To celebrate her final scheduled show as Alternate Eva and remarkable performance as The Mistress in Jamie Lloyd’s acclaimed production of Evita at the London Palladium, its breakout star reflects on a milestone chapter in her career.
We dive into performing the iconic Another Suitcase in Another Hall nightly, the significance of her now-signature stage bob (and why she’s letting YOU the audience name it), and her unexpected journey from ensemble member to leading star.
We also explore the impact of Jamie Lloyd’s visionary direction for The Mistress, along with the evolving role of social media in shaping the stage experience for 2025 — for both performer and audience alike.
She also opens up about battling imposter syndrome when stepping into her first confirmed performance as Eva in place of “titan” Rachel Zegler, and how she found strength in the love of Rachel, her cast mates and the audiences who showed up in their thousands. And when her Don’t Cry for Me Argentina performance soared past 2M views in one viral clip, how what began as a daunting challenge became a career-defining moment.
Plus, we dive into social media to read through your comments as the love comes pouring in. From Insta moments to viral TikTok's, the internet has spoken: Bella Brown > everything. Supremacy unlocked.
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
evitathemusical.com
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S11 Ep10: Georgie Buckland
She’s the exquisite stage actor and vocalist on the creative joy of originating Andy in the Elton John-penned stage adaption of The Devil Wears Prada, her continuing obsession with Anne Hathaway and why iconic lines, serving camp and understanding the power of laughter helped carve out her take on Andy.
We also explore the thrilling creative journey of developing a script and navigating changes during previews, her £3,000 fashion looks in the show and the unexpected challenges of the fashion world and how commentary from audiences about her appearance and size has been a fight she didn’t quite expect.
Plus we dive into the genius of Jerry Mitchell, having Sir Elton John as a colleague and collaborator, and why she is not afraid to slay! Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
devilwearspradamusical.com
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S11 Ep9: Marisha Wallace
The 2x Olivier nominee on her history-making performance as Sally Bowles in Cabaret on Broadway - a role she reprises direct from the West End opposite Billy Porter - the joyful challenge of mastering the British accent and why she is fully standing in her power.
We also talk about overcoming both the doubt and the haters to keep standing tall, originating in Waitress alongside Sara Bareilles and the late Gavin Creel – and why she hopes her roles in Oklahoma! and Guys & Dolls has helped usher in a more inclusive space for everybody to be seen and heard.
Plus, how almost ten years in London all started with what should have been a brief few weeks standing in as Effie White in Dreamgirls and why her new album Marisha Wallace: Live In London is a celebration of the journey so far - and why you should never give up!
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
slinky.to/MarishaLiveinLondon
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S11 Ep8: Jess Folley
The music writer and vocal slayer on leading the London stage adaptation of Burlesque at the Savoy Theatre as Ali Rose, the thrill of singing signature songs like Tough Lover, Express and Bound to You live each performance (alongside many incredible new songs written exclusively for the musical!) and how there’s no faking it when you’re serving for the gods in a role like this.We also dive into beginning her writing journey with the show at 19, performing Ali live on stage in front of the OG movie star and her vocal idol Christina Aguilera and why she’s here to honour with great love what came before.
Plus, we take a little lesson in the history of Burlesque, working with exciting artists like her co-star and director Todrick Hall and why she's proud to sing LOUD!
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
burlesqueonstage.com
Welcome to eleven. The official theatre podcast that brings the biggest stars and creatives together in one place to discuss life in the arts. Follow eleven on social media via @elevenpodcast and via elevenpodcast.com.
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S11 Ep7: Natasha J Barnes
The London star on joining the cast of Tina – The Tina Turner musical as Rhonda Graam, music titan and best friend to the late Tina Turner.
We also dive into spreading kindness as part of the UK touring company of Come From Away, understanding the daily pressures of navigating singing hit songs like Don’t Rain On My Parade when starring as Fanny Brice in Funny Girl, and how facing audiences when you’re not the listed above the title star can be as nerve wracking as it sounds.
Plus, why she shares the power of being present in even the craziest of career highs.
Host: William J Connolly
Produced by: William J Connolly/Darren Bell
tinathemusical.com
Welcome to eleven. The official theatre podcast that brings the biggest stars and creatives together in one place to discuss life in the arts. Follow eleven on social media via @elevenpodcast and via elevenpodcast.com.
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The official theatre podcast that brings the biggest stars and creatives together in one place to discuss life in the arts.
Hosted by William J Connolly
elevenpodcast.com
@elevenPodcast
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