Episodes

  • Episode 72 - Artist Chat: Benjamin Maio Mackay

    Episode 72 - Artist Chat: Benjamin Maio Mackay
    Sep 16 2024
    🎭 Dive into a fascinating conversation with Benjamin Maio Mackay, an award-nominated, critically acclaimed director, producer, actor, and musician. Benjamin shares their journey in the world of theatre, from co-headlining at the iconic Off-Broadway venue 54 Below, to their artistic direction of Adelaide-based Preachrs Productions. Benjamin gives us an inside look into directing the non-replica production of RENT at the Queens Theatre in 2022, and following it up with a season of tick, tick...BOOM! in June 2023. We also explore their nationwide tour with Great Detectives and chat about our favourite musical theatre productions. Discussion Highlights: Directing RENT and tick, tick...BOOM! in Adelaide Musical Theatre Chat What’s next for Preachrs Productions? Find out more about Benjamin and Preachrs Productions: 🌐 Website: https://www.benjaminmaiomackay.com/ 🔗 Unlock exclusive content and full videos through our Patreon membership for just $3/month. 📱 Connect with us on Instagram @theatrethoughtsaus and @ttpod_official, and follow us on TikTok at Theatre Thoughts Australia. 🔗 https://linktr.ee/ttpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • Episode 71 - Almitra Malvalvala talks bittersweet farewells and a Blacklisted homecoming

    Episode 71 - Almitra Malvalvala talks bittersweet farewells and a Blacklisted homecoming
    Sep 2 2024
    🎭 Join in our chat with our friend Almitra Malvalvala before she went back home (for now) as we talk making theatre and the joy of art. Almitra talks about creating her shows Blacklisted and For the Love of Paper, both of which premiered in Sydney, with Blacklisted going on a Fringe tour. Discussion Highlights: The writing process for original pieces of work Leaving to go home to Karachi & the meaning of 'home' Blacklisted and For the Love of Paper - What was it like making these? Theatre Thoughts Questions Find our more about Almitra through her website: https://www.almitramavalvala.com/ 🔗 Unlock exclusive content and full videos through our Patreon membership for just $3/month. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR93_M-PPoNEGtRSc23sq4g 📱 Connect with us on Instagram @theatrethoughtsaus and @ttpod_official, and follow us on TikTok at Theatre Thoughts Australia. https://linktr.ee/ttpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • Episode 70 - Lou Wall, Illuminati Party and Flat Earthers...it's a Musical!

    Episode 70 - Lou Wall, Illuminati Party and Flat Earthers...it's a Musical!
    Aug 19 2024
    *Note: The following podcast was recorded in October, 2023 🎭 Join host Justin Clarke as he sits down with the multi-talented Lou Wall, the creative force behind "Flat Earthers: The Musical" at Hayes Theatre. Discover Lou’s inspiring journey as an award-winning comedian, composer, and content creator. Dive into the intricacies of their thought-provoking productions, including "Lou Wall vs. The Internet" and their acclaimed film, "Lousical the Musical." Discussion Highlights: Unveiling the process behind "Flat Earthers: The Musical." Exploring Lou’s award-winning productions and their impact. Discussing the challenges and inspirations in the realm of socially conscious comedy. Watch a snippet of the production with Lou Wall performing the song Illuminati Party https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xrd-Gbkwy2s 🌏 See "Flat Earthers: The Musical" at Hayes Theatre from 11th October to the 9th November 2024. Tickets: https://hayestheatre.com.au/event/flat-earthers-the-musical/ 🔗 Unlock exclusive content and full videos through our Patreon membership for just $3/month. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR93_M-PPoNEGtRSc23sq4g 📱 Connect with us on Instagram @theatrethoughtsaus and @ttpod_official, and follow us on TikTok at Theatre Thoughts Australia. https://linktr.ee/ttpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • Episode 69 - Environmentally Sustainable Theatre? Izabella Louk explains how!

    Episode 69 - Environmentally Sustainable Theatre? Izabella Louk explains how!
    Aug 5 2024
    🎭 Join host Justin Clarke as he sits down with Izabella Louk as they discuss environmentally sustainable theatre. Discover Izabella's career in theatre including how she created Blinking Light Theatre and turned her passion towards sustainably produced shows. We also get the latest scoop on Blinking Light's latest production! Discussion Highlights: Unveiling the process behind putting on sustainable theatre ExploringIzabella's theatre career Theatre Thoughts Questions Discussing the challenges and inspirations in the realm of environmentally conscious theatre. Find out more about Blinking Light Theatre and their upcoming shows here. https://www.blinkinglighttheatre.com/ 🔗 Unlock exclusive content and full videos through our Patreon membership for just $3/month. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR93_M-PPoNEGtRSc23sq4g 📱 Connect with us on Instagram @theatrethoughtsaus and @ttpod_official, and follow us on TikTok at Theatre Thoughts Australia. https://linktr.ee/ttpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • Episode 68 - Pippa Evans helps IMPROV your life with SHOWSTOPPERS! The Improvised Musical

    Episode 68 - Pippa Evans helps IMPROV your life with SHOWSTOPPERS! The Improvised Musical
    Jul 22 2024
    On this episode we head over to the UK to talk to comedian and improviser extraordinaire, Pippa Evans about Showstoppers! The Olivier Award winning improvised musical! Pippa joins host, Justin Clarke, to discuss Showstoppers! The Improvised Musical as well as her career in comedy, where Showstoppers! began and some hilarious moments of comedy and heart. Discussion Highlights: Pippa's Career in Theatre Improvising as a respected form of comedy Theatre Thoughts Questions Showstoppers! Tickets for Showstoppers! The Improvised Musical can be booked below Tickets - https://showstopperthemusical.com/ 🔗 Unlock exclusive content and full videos through our Patreon membership for just $3/month. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR93_M-PPoNEGtRSc23sq4g 📱 Connect with us on Instagram @theatrethoughtsaus and @ttpod_official, and follow us on TikTok at Theatre Thoughts Australia. https://linktr.ee/ttpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Episode 67 - Yve Blake unleashes FANGIRLS in London!

    Episode 67 - Yve Blake unleashes FANGIRLS in London!
    Jul 8 2024
    The legendary and *ICONIC* writer of Fangirls the Musical, Yve Blake returns to the podcast to capture a moment in time as Fangirls has its official UK premiere in July! Yve is an accomplished writer and performer and is on the ride of her life as Fangirls goes from Belvoir St, to the Sydney Opera House, and now the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre in London. While not technically* on the West End, we say it's damn near good enough! Listen and watch the full episode now. Discussion Highlights: - Taking Fangirls to the UK - Performing at West End Live! - The differences in the production - Being on the HSC Prescribed Texts List - Theatre Thoughts Questions Tickets to Fangirls the Musical in London: https://lyric.co.uk/shows/fangirls/ Listen to the full cast album: https://www.fangirlsmusical.com/castalbum 🔗 Unlock exclusive content and full videos through our Patreon membership for just $3/month. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR93_M-PPoNEGtRSc23sq4g 📱 Connect with us on Instagram @theatrethoughtsaus and @ttpod_official, and follow us on TikTok at Theatre Thoughts Australia. https://linktr.ee/ttpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Episode 66 - Andrew G Showtime and the Love of Musicals

    Episode 66 - Andrew G Showtime and the Love of Musicals
    Jun 24 2024
    On this episode we chat to Naarm based producer, Andrew G, about the love of musical theatre! Andrew joins host, Justin Clarke, to discuss The Boy From Oz which opens at the National Theatre in St Kilda from July 2024. Andrew G talks his career in radio and theatre, producing musicals for the National Theatre in Melbourne and opening nights that nearly didn't happen! Discussion Highlights: Andrew's Career in Theatre Producing Musical Theatre Theatre Thoughts Questions The Boy From Oz Tickets for The Boy From Oz can be booked below Tickets - https://theatrical.com.au/boyfromoz/ 🔗 Unlock exclusive content and full videos through our Patreon membership for just $3/month. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR93_M-PPoNEGtRSc23sq4g 📱 Connect with us on Instagram @theatrethoughtsaus and @ttpod_official, and follow us on TikTok at Theatre Thoughts Australia. https://linktr.ee/ttpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • Bonus Episode - Lois Neville takes us to the Hollywood Fringe Festival

    Bonus Episode - Lois Neville takes us to the Hollywood Fringe Festival
    Jun 17 2024
    Lights, Camera, Fringe! On this episode we head to Hollywood baby! We're chatting exclusively with one of the brains behind this year's Hollywood Fringe Festival, Lois Neville. Hear about Lois' favourite Fringe memories, as well as what L.A locals can be expect from the Fringe in 2024. Stay tuned until the end of the episode to hear a snippet from upcoming entertainer Dallas James Pritt's new musical single Somehow (Beautiful to Me). Discussion Highlights: - Who is Lois Neville? - Hollywood Fringe Festival 2024 - Theatre Thoughts Questions - The beauty of a Fringe Festival The full program and tickets for the Hollywood Fringe Festival can be booked below: https://www.hollywoodfringe.org/ Listen to the full version of Dallas James Pritt's new musical single Somehow (Beautiful to Me) below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YvAzt8K_pmY 🔗 Unlock exclusive content and full videos through our Patreon membership for just $3/month. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR93_M-PPoNEGtRSc23sq4g 📱 Connect with us on Instagram @theatrethoughtsaus and @ttpod_official, and follow us on TikTok at Theatre Thoughts Australia. https://linktr.ee/ttpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins