Twice Nightly: The Theatre Podcast

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat with fellow cast mates, Ian ' H' Watkins, Gareth Thomas and Caryl Parry Jones ahead of their upcoming pantomime Y Bont Fean 'Elves Overboard'. We discuss all things Christmas, Cowbridge and theatre, but which of our stars would love a pig in their electric blanket? Have a listen to find out...

Elves Overboard runs from the 16th -24th December at Cowbridge Town Hall. Click here for tickets

https://www.cowbridgepanto.com/booktickets

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey in chatting to the ultra fabulous Kit Green.

From a chance meeting at an event hosted by Paul O’Grady and gatecrashed by Chrissie Hynde, Kit opens up about their life as a performer, songwriter, artist and cabaret star.

We discuss everything from Kits alter egos Ida Barr and Tina C to their work as artist in residence at the British Library.

Kit reveals all about their show ‘Music Hall Monster’ discussing controversial music hall star Fred Barnes and treats us to a love performance of a song from the show.

We also feature exclusive clips from Kit’s incredible album ‘Always Here’. Kits album is available on all music platforms, go and have a listen and let us know your favourite tracks, you might be spoiled for choice!

We also go on a mission to discover whether we’re big in Hong Kong, and you can discover who Leila is, Maria’s stealthy houseguest. Listen to find out……

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Cabaret, Music, LGBTQ+, Kit Green, Wiltons Music Hall, Victoria Wood, Variety Theatre,

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey in chatting to Helen Lannaghan & Joseph Seelig OBE, the directors of 'The London International Mime Festival'. Now in its 47th year, the festival presents image-rich performance for an adventurous and curious audience. Helen and Joseph reveal all about the origins of the festival, how they have sustained it through challenging times and give us the low down on their top picks for this year. This year's venues include Barbican, Jacksons Lane, LAMDA, Little Angel Theatre, Sadler’s Wells, Shoreditch Town Hall, The Place and Wilton’s Music Hall. Buy tickets for these unique and inspiring shows below. Recorded live at the Concert Artistes Association, we chat all things from juggling to saw playing, and Michael reveals his favourite new item of clothing, 'The Oodie'. No idea what an oodie is? Have a listen to find out...

Links: 

London International Mime Festival: www.mimelondon.com

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Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey in chatting to Paul Hunter the artistic director of 'Told By An Idiot' theatre company and director of the 5*  production of 'Charlie and Stan'. The show tells the true(ish) tale of Charlie Chaplin and Stan Laurel's friendship at the start of their careers, before they went on to become two of the biggest stars of the age.  The show can be found at this year’s London International Mime Festival and runs from the 18th Jan - 4th Feb at none other than the fabulous Wiltons Music Hall, before embarking on a UK Tour. We also talk panto, the return of the Twice Nightly Show and Michael’s favourite Easter film. "But which film is it?" we hear you ask! Have a listen to find out...  

Links:  Told By An Idiot Website: www.toldbyanidiot.org  

Told By An Idiot Podcast: https://www.toldbyanidiot.org/Listing/Category/regretsivehadafew 

London International Mime Festival: www.mimelondon.com  

Wiltons Music Hall Tickets: https://wiltons.org.uk/whatson/768-charlie-stan?gclid=Cj0KCQiAiJSeBhCCARIsAHnAzT8LRqsOlPbczbXk9Ls8y6yCABm8cHxik74fg6RkoyGsjuUQ2vqcaUAaAgPeEALw_wcB  

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In this special feature episode, Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey shine a light on one of the greatest performers of all time, Josephine Baker. 

Joined by Nichelle Gainer, author of ‘Vintage Black Glamour’ and Grant Simpson of the Prairie Vaudeville Podcast, we delve into the life and career of this remarkable pioneering woman who was one of the most popular entertainers of the 20th century, not to mention an activist and even a spy! 

Whether you’re an expert or a novice, there’s so much to enjoy about our salute to Josephine Baker, a legend if ever there was one.

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Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat to Paulus, The Cabaret Geek, during his run of 'Looking For Me Friend' at the Edinburgh fringe. This critically acclaimed show celebrates the wonderful body of work by the late, great Victoria Wood and we can't think of a more fitting person to do so. Paulus also takes us on a journey through the history of cabaret itself and offers tips for budding performers. We also find out who Michael threw his knickers at last weekend, have a guess who and then listen to find out...

What are you waiting for? Grab your tickets for 'Looking For Me Friend' now! Links below…

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Key words: Cabaret, West End, Vaudeville,  Broadway,  Queer Performance, Dinnerladies, Stand up, Comedian, Comediennes, Cabaret Performer, Le Chat Noir, Let's Do it, The Ballad of Barry and Freda, The Royal Variety Performance, Tom Jones, The Minnack Theatre, The Crazy Coqs 

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat to author Alison Child about her journey discovering the forgotten 1920's variety theatre double act Gwen Farrar and Norah Blaney. Together they barely disguised the secret of their lesbian partnership which was to endure across three decades against all the odds. Singing the popular love songs of the day to each other both on stage and off, we discuss how our heroines lived creative, turbulent and daring lives full of all the sparkle we have come to expect of The Bright Young Things. Alison reveals which Hitchcock blonde kept her best jewels in a teapot! Have a guess who and then listen to find out...

What are you waiting for? Grab your copy of Alison's book 'Tell Me I'm Forgiven' now!  Links below…

https://www.behindthelines.info/tell-me-i-m-forgiven-gwen-farrar-norah-blaney/

“I adored this lovely, moving story, so well researched, such amazing photos."

Miriam Margolyes

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Key words: Tallulah Bankhead, Brighton, Music Hall, West End, Vaudeville, Zeigfeld Follies, Broadway, Ru Pauls Drag Race, Drag Kings, Drag Queens, Gay Pride, Noel Coward, Queer Performance 

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat to the Chief Executive of the brand spanking new Shakespeare North Playhouse, Melanie Lewis. With a variety of productions ready to bring the playhouse to life, our hosts discuss everything from Ken Dodd's Memorial Garden to The Lord Chamberlain's Men, with a brief stop including glow sticks and Johnny Vegas on the way! Find out more about how you can get involved with the Shakespeare North Playhouse and be part of their grand opening on the 15th of July 2022 at ... https://shakespearenorthplayhouse.co.uk/event/all-the-joy-that-you-can-wish. 

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Key words: Shakespeare, Prescot, Liverpool, Theatre, Playhouse, Ken Dodd, Jimmy McGovern, Johnny Vegas, Judi Dench, The Globe, The RSC, Man vs Bee, Rowan Atkinson, Comedy, Play, Show, Regional Theatre 

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat to the theatre director who is taking the world by storm, Guy Unsworth. With a variety of productions under his belt, Guy's latest offering is a self-penned adaptation of the classic sitcom ‘Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em’. We talk everything from leading man (and comedy royalty) Joe Pasquale’s task of taking on the iconic role of Frank Spencer, to those daring and hilarious stunts that made Michael Crawford (and roller skates) a household name. 

Tickets are still available for ‘Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em’ which is touring the UK in some of our most loved theatres. 

What are you waiting for? Grab your berets and your overcoats and come and see this brilliant, slapstick magic for yourself. Links below…

https://somemothersdoaveem.com/

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Key words: Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em, Frank Spencer, Michael Crawford, Joe Pasquale, Susie Blake, Spamalot, Monty Python, Mr Bean, Man vs Bee, Rowan Atkinson, Comedy, Science, Slapstick, Theatre, Director, West End, Tour, Richmond Theatre, Sitcom

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they take you on a whirlwind tour of their personal highlights from series one. Guests include The Royal Variety Charity Chairman Giles Cooper and Head of PR David Pogson, Tiller Girl Jean Dudley-Hardy, The Play That Goes Wrong director Mark Bell, Clapham Grand's 'Loose Producer' Ally Wolf, comedy writer to the stars Brad Ashton, actor Daniel Taylor, London City Ballet's Michael Bare and Marian St Clare and The British Music Hall Society's Adam Borzone. What was your favourite moment from series 1? Tell us at www.speakpipe.com/TwiceNightlyThePodcast

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Key Words: Music Hall, Variety, Cabaret, Hackney Empire, Clapham Grand London Palladium, Bruce Forsyth, Groucho Marx, Tommy Cooper, Lady Gaga, Bette Middler, Blackpool, Princess Diana, Tom and Jerry, Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, Marie Lloyd 

Back by popular demand, this week Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey continue their conversation with their very special guests Michael Beare and Marian St Claire. This episode they focus on their time with The London City Ballet, from the companies creation to its' Royal Patronage. Maria & Michael also have some right royal news themselves, but what is it? Have a listen and find out...

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Key Words: Ballet, Royal Ballet, Royal Festival Ballet, English National Ballet, London City Ballet, Princess Diana, Margot Fonteyn, Rudolf Nureyev,  Double Act, Music Hall, Variety Theatre, London Theatre, The Royal Albert Hall, The Royal Variety Performance, The Royal Variety Charity. 

This week Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey talk about variety theatre in 2021 with Ally Wolf, the self-proclaimed 'loose' producer of The Clapham Grand. Find out all about the history of this incredible theatre, how Ally and his team keep Dan Leno's legacy thriving with the fun-filled 'briche' events being held there today, and why Ally has a problem with the term 'Variety Theatre' itself. Our duo also discuss their eventful day trip to Brighton, when visiting author Alison Child and reveal which unlikely thief stole Maria's donut right out of her hand....

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Key Words: Clapham Grand, Blackpool, Las Vegas, Dan Leno, Marie LLoyd, Baga Chipz, Ant & Dec, Peter Kay, Noel Fielding, Double Act, Music Hall, Variety Theatre, London Theatre, The British Music Hall Society, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Bruno Mars, Mars Attacks, Alison Child, The Royal Albert Hall. 

This week Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey talk to comedy writer for the stars, Brad Ashton. Brad shares stories about working with some of the comedy giants of the industry, including Groucho Marx, Tommy Cooper, Kenneth Williams and Bob Monkhouse to name a few. We also hear about our duo's wonderful time at the blue plaque unveiling of music hall performer Fred Barnes' Warrick Avenue home, hosted by The British Music Hall Society. Which famous 'Savage' did they encounter there? Have a listen and find out...

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Key Words: Groucho Marx, Tommy Cooper, Kenneth Williams, Les Dawson, Sabrina, Bob Monkhouse, Sid James, Ken Dodd Carry On Films, Double Act, Music Hall, Variety Theatre, Doctor Who, The London Palladium, The Hackney Empire, The Finsbury Park Empire, The British Music Hall Society, Fred Barnes, Queer Performance, Paul O'Grady, Lily Savage, Blue Plaque, Comedy writer, Christopher Green. 

This week Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey had the pleasure of chatting about all things Variety theatre with their very special guests Michael Beare and Marian St Clare direct from their living room. Hear all about performing with Dame Margot Fonteyn, collaborating with Princess Diana, and touring everywhere from Cuba to Aberystwyth. Our duo also discuss the unapologetic Joan Collins after they attended her latest show hosted by Graham Norton, but which undeniable variety legend did they meet in the audience? Have a listen and find out... 

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Key Words: Ballet, Royal Ballet, Royal Festival Ballet, English National Ballet, London City Ballet, Princess Diana, Margot Fonteyn, Rudolf Nureyev, Graham Norton, Christopher Biggins, The Ivy, Dynasty, Damian Hirst, Joan Collins, Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Double Act, Music Hall, Variety Theatre, London Theatre

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey on their second episode of their mini-pod series 'Theatre of The Week'. This week the duo take a deep dive into the fabulous world of The Clapham Grand as brought to their attention by director Mark Bell in episode 3. Which theatrical dynasty came to the theatres rescue on risk of closure? Have a listen and find out....

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The Time Warp - The Rocky Horror Picture Show

UK Hun? The Cast of Ru Pauls Drag Race

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Key Words: Clapham Grand, Dan Leno, Mark Bell, Ally Wolf, The Time Warp, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Ru Paul's Drag Race, UK Hun, Double Act, Music Hall, Variety Theatre, Vanessa Redgrave, Theatre, Theatre History, History, London Theatre

This week our duo, Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey chat about the life and career of the Queen of The Hall's -  Marie Lloyd. They are also joined by the Chair of The British Music Hall Society in the 'Get To Know More Zone With Adam Borzone'. Ending the episode with a quiz from The Cougar re-capping past episodes, see how Michael scored, join in yourself and let us know how you did...

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Key words: Marie Lloyd, Music Hall, Graucho Marx, Imposter Syndrome, An Audience With, Dame Edna, Paul O'Grady,  Marlene Dietrich. Tommy Cooper, Charlie Chaplin, George Harrison, Mark Bell, Clown, Vaudeville, Josephine Baker, Laurel & Hardy, Fred Karnos Circus, Wiltons Music Hall

In this series of mini-pods our duo Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey throw the spotlight on our guests' favourite theatres. This week it is none other than Wilton's Music Hall. They also introduce you to a new feature of the podcast with none other than the chair of The British Music Hall Society in 'The Get To Know More Zone With Adam Borzone'. We also listen to some classic music hall standards* including Tommy Trinder's 'Champagne Charlie' and the late great Barbara Windsor serenading us with 'Daddy Wouldn't Buy Me A Bow Wow Wow'.

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In the aftermath of their fun-filled comedy show 'Twice Nightly', Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey chat about all things Variety theatre, costume malfunctions and the Met Gala's vaudeville-inspired looks. Who else is on the bill we hear you ask? The duo talk to Mark Bell, the award-winning director of 'The Play That Goes Wrong' & 'The Comedy About A Bank Robbery'. Mark's latest show 'Horse Country' is playing at Wilton's Music Hall later this month. Which famous double act does Mark claim to be an early comic influence? Make a guess and then listen to find out...

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Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat about all things Variety theatre ahead of their fun-filled variety show 'Twice Nightly' which they will be performing at The Liverpool Theatre Festival this week. Who else is on the bill we hear you ask? The Duo talk to actor and musician Daniel Taylor about all things George Harrison ahead of his performance in 'Something About George' at the LTF on the 12th of September. The duo also quiz Taylor on his Tommy Cooper expertise due to his critically acclaimed performance in 'The Tommy Cooper Show'. But which surprising role challenged him the most? Have a listen to find out.

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Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat about all things Variety theatre ahead of their fun-filled variety show 'Twice Nightly' which they will be performing at The Liverpool Theatre Festival & Thorington Theatre this September. But what is Variety Theatre? The Duo talk to the chairman of The British Music Hall Society, Adam Borzone and discuss everything from Bruce Forsyth to Britney Spears tribute acts in nursing homes. We find out which UK theatre is Adam's favourite, along with which much loved puppet spoiled his 10th birthday - can you guess who it was? Have a listen to find out. 

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