Interviews with theatre's biggest stars! West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, sits down with West End performers and creatives for candid, in-depth discussions about their careers and latest projects.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 7 days 10 hours 19 minutes
episode 21: S8 Ep21: Claire Machin, Madame Thénardier in Les Misérables
Olivier nominee Claire Machin recently joined the West End production of Les Misérables at the Sondheim Theatre as Madame Thénardier.
Claire has history with the show, having made her West End debut as a swing and understudy for Eponine at the Palace Theatre before returning once before as an understudy for Madame Thénardier.
In 2017, Claire received an Olivier nomination for her performance as Cora in the West End production of The Girls...
episode 22: S8 Ep22: Rachel John, August in The Secret Life Of Bees & original Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton
Olivier nominee Rachel John is In The Frame for an extra special episode!
Rachel is currently starring as August in the UK premiere of The Secret Life of Bees at the Almedia Theatre. Adapted from Sue Monk Kidd's novel, the musical has a book by Lynn Nottage, music by Duncan Sheik and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead...
episode 23: S8 Ep23: Teddy Hinde, Mike Teavee in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Teddy Hinde is currently starring as Mike Teavee in the first ever UK and Ireland tour of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Based on the novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and Chocolate Factory has a book by David Greig, music by Marc Shaiman and lyrics by Mark Shaiman and Scott Wittman. This new production is directed by James Brining and designed by Simon Higlett...
episode 24: S8 Ep24: Brandon Lee Sears, Donkey in Shrek & Jimmy Early in Dreamgirls
Brandon Lee Sears is about to head off on tour as Donkey in the brand new production of Shrek The Musical.
He most recently starred as Jimmy Early in the first ever UK & Ireland tour of Dreamgirls to tremendous acclaim...
episode 25: S8 Ep25: Courtney-Mae Briggs, Andrea in Once On This Island
Courtney-Mae Briggs is currently playing Andrea in the London revival of Once on this Island at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre.
With music by Stephen Flaherty and music & book by Lynn Ahrens, this revival is directed by Ola Ince.
Courtney originated the role of Jennifer Parker in Back To The Future (Manchester Opera House / Adelphi Theatre). She was also part of the original West End cast of Hamilton and went on take over as Maria Reynolds and Peggy Schuyler...
episode 26: S8 Ep26: Sifiso Mazibuko & Kyle Cox, Otis & Paul in Ain't Too Proud
Sifiso Mazibuko and Kyle Cox are currently playing Otis Williams and Paul Williams in the original West End cast of Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations.
Having opened on Broadway in 2019, Ain't Too Proud opened in London to huge acclaim earlier this year. The show follows the remarkable journey of The Temptations from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame...
episode 27: S8 Ep27: Danny Mac, John Wilkes Booth in Assassins
Danny Mac is playing John Wilkes Booth in Polly Findlay’s revival of Assassins by Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman at the Chichester Festival Theatre.
Danny made his professional debut as a child, playing Gavroche in Les Misérables. After training at ArtsEd, Danny made his West End debut in Wicked as part of the ensemble whilst understudying the role of Boq.
Danny then landed the role of Dodger in Channel 4’s Hollyoaks and stayed with the show for four years to great acclaim...
episode 28: S8 Ep28: Miracle Chance, Veronica in Heathers
Miracle Chance is currently playing Veronica in the London production of Heathers at The Other Palace.
Heathers received its UK premiere at The Other Palace in 2018 ahead of two West End runs. The show returned to The Other Palace in 2021 where it continues to run in addition to a UK & Ireland touring production.
Some of Miracle’s theatre credits include Loserville, Footloose, The Wedding Singer, The Christmasaurus Live, Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Unfortunate...
episode 29: S8 Ep29: Olivia Moore, Sandy in Grease
Olivia Moore is currently playing Sandy in the West End revival of Grease.
Returning to the Dominion Theatre for a second year, this is an all-new production of Grease directed by Nikolai Foster with choreography by Dame Arlene Philips.
Olivia made her professional debut in the UK premiere of Heathers at The Other Palace and stayed with the show for its West End transfer to the Theatre Royal Haymarket, understudying the roles of Veronica and Heather McNamara...
episode 30: S8 Ep30: Leandra Ellis-Gaston, Anne Boleyn in Six on Broadway
Leandra Ellis-Gaston is starring as Anne Boleyn in Six on Broadway!
Leandra joined Six at the end of 2022 as part of the first full replacement company on Broadway. Having premiered in the UK in 2017, Six kicked off its first US tour in 2019 ahead of landing on Broadway in 2020. The show has been a huge hit in America, with two US tours currently running in addition to the Broadway production...