The Delfont Mackintosh Theatres Podcast

In this episode of the DMT Insider Podcast, host Billy Differ goes behind the scenes at the Novello Theatre to chat with the new cast of MAMMA MIA!.Kyle Cox (who plays Sky) joins fellow cast members Charlie Garton (Pepper) and Eddie Turner (Eddie) to discuss stepping into such iconic West End roles. Tune in to hear about bringing a fresh, personal take to beloved characters, surviving the intense choreography (including those gruelling box jumps!), the realities of West End life versus touring. MAMMA MIA! is running at the Novello Theatre. Book your tickets up until 2 October 2027 at Delfont Mackintosh Theatres

In a new production of Noël Coward’s classic comedy Hay Fever, directed by Emily Burns, Christine Baranski – making her West End debut – and Richard E. Grant star as Judith and David Bliss. Set in the Bliss family's country home, the play centres on Judith, a retired actress longing for the spotlight of her former career while her self-absorbed family remains reluctant to indulge in her desires. The play is running for a limited season, from 22 September to 12 December, at Wyndham's Theatre. To book tickets, click the link below.  https://shorturl.at/Gu3bu

For the season three finale of the DMT Insider Podcast, we are joined by Grammy and Tony Award winner Leslie Odom, Jr. Following his highly anticipated West End return, Leslie sits down for a candid conversation about stepping back into the shoes of Aaron Burr in Hamilton for a limited run ending 5 September 2026.In this episode, he shares insights on reprising his iconic role, his experience of living in London and the impact of this groundbreaking musical. If this episode sparks your interest in seeing the show, click the link below to buy tickets!https://shorturl.at/PS35d

Richard Coyle is a distinguished actor known for his versatile performances across stage, television and film. He had his breakout role as the socially awkward Jeff Murdock in the 2000-2004 BBC sitcom Coupling.  In this episode of the DMT podcast, he discusses his role as Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird, and how the show explores themes of justice, empathy and moral integrity. The conversation highlights the play's relevance today and the importance of teaching moral values through theatre. To see this production of To Kill a Mockingbird, click the link below to buy tickets.https://www.wyndhamstheatre.co.uk/whats-on/to-kill-a-mockingbird

Your chance to get a behind-the-scenes peek into the magical world of wigs, hair, and makeup – or WHAM as it’s known in the trade – in the latest DMT podcast. We chat with the talented Kirsty Lamb, who holds the demanding role of WHAM Manager for Cameron Mackintosh Ltd, and who is Wigs Supervisor for the iconic production of Les Misérables. Find out what it takes to manage the intricate details of theatrical aesthetics night after night and discover the secrets behind some of the West End's most famous looks.

Don't miss the latest DMT episode! We sat down for an in-depth conversation with director Simon Evans and co-adapter Debris Stevenson about their acclaimed production of Edmond Rostand’s Cyrano de Bergerac.The show, a major hit, moved to the West End after a sold-out run for the Royal Shakespeare Company at The Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon.Tune in to hear this creative duo share their unique perspective on bringing one of theatre's most beloved tragic romances to the stage.

The latest episode of the Delfont Mackintosh Theatres podcast features a discussion with Simon Lipkin, currently starring as Fagin in the 2025-2026 West End revival of Lionel Bart’s iconic musical Oliver!  This critically acclaimed new production, staged at London’s Gielgud Theatre, is directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne. It received a five-star review from the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday, making it a must-see for musical theatre fans.Lipkin shares the stage with a talented cast, including Ava Brennan (known for Hamilton and Les Misérables) as Nancy, Aaron Sidwell (Henry VI, Wicked) as Bill Sikes, and Aaron MacGregor as the Artful Dodger.

The latest Delfont Mackintosh Theatre podcast takes us  behind-the-scenes of the international hit musical, Hamilton.In this episode, we are lucky enough to have an exclusive chat with two stars of the West End production – Alex Sawyer, who plays US Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, and Jay Perry, who takes on the role of Hamilton’s bitter rival and eventual killer, Aaron Burr.Lin-Manuel Miranda’s groundbreaking musical tells the compelling story of Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who rose to become the first US Secretary of the Treasury. He served as George Washington's aide-de-camp during the American Revolutionary War and was instrumental in shaping the foundation of modern America.If this episode sparks your interest in seeing the show, click the link below to buy tickets!https://www.victoriapalacetheatre.co.uk/whats-on/hamilton

For Series 3 episode 2 of the Delfont Mackintosh podcast, we spoke to two of Hollywood's biggest names  Bryan Cranston and Marianne Jean-Baptiste. Emmy and Tony award-winning actor Cranston is best known for TV shows Breaking Bad and Malcolm in the Middle, while his co-star, Oscar-  Bafta- -and Golden Globe-nominated actor Jean-Baptiste, is acclaimed for her portrayal of Vivian Johnson in the TV series Without a Trace (2002–2009), and for her role in the Mike Leigh film Secrets & Lies. All My Sons centres on Joe Keller, played by Cranston, and his wife, Kate, played by Jean-Baptiste. Joe is a self-made businessman whose wartime profits came at a terrible cost: selling defective aircraft engines. This deceit led to the deaths of multiple pilots, including his own son, Larry. The action unfolds years later as the full truth of Joe's transgression comes to light.

Get ready for a star-studded start to Series 3 of the Delfont Mackintosh podcast. For our highly anticipated first episode, we are thrilled to welcome two big names of British stage and screen – Shobna Gulati and Hugh Dennis.Shobna, best known for her role as Sunita in Coronation Street, and Hugh, star of Outnumbered and Mock the Week,  currently star alongside each other in a critically acclaimed production of Oscar Wilde's timeless comedic masterpiece, The Importance of Being Earnest. We sit down with them to delve into their experiences of bringing this classic play to life, discussing everything from their interpretations of Wilde’s iconic characters to joys of performing such beloved material on stage.Tune in to hear exclusive insights into their careers, their collaborative chemistry, and what makes The Importance of Being Earnest a play that continues to resonate with modern audiences. This episode promises to be a fascinating conversation.