With Wicked flying into Melbourne next week, be sure to check out our 3 wonderful episodes with superstar Galinda, Courtney Monsma and the truly magical Simon Burke! Courtney: https://open.spotify.com/episode/32Yq2Mm4KXBZI7XtmZBq51?si=d3019bfaf4e04a39…

Simon's eps: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4I4aDb4SbEz5qluSSwSkxQ?si=39de4bbbddaa4cb1…

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3MrwN9OUXOEUTFuEheJfPz?si=7822ee0cb3be40c5

EP112 Hex and Violins w/ Manoel Felciano! (Broadway!)

Attend the tale of Ma-no-el! Because this week, we're joined by Broadway's Heartthrob-turned-Daddy (his words) Manoel Felciano! (Say what?! *faints*) In this week's hilariously charming episode, the star of 2005's Sweeney Todd has a close shave with Amaranthe's album 'Helix', before we get up to mischief with 'Amelie' with the original Broadway recording. Plus, we chat scene partners, the Oz debate continues, puddle-jumping makes a return, we discuss Swedish music education, and AW investigates whether or not Manoel is in possession of a possessed violin- DUN-DUN-DUNNNN! Plus heaps more!!!

This episode is dedicated to Ryan Touzell. RIP. https://open.spotify.com/artist/4otAPsjJapGpfHLbcM5gmP?si=m0eEa-7vRE6eV_8_4X_Dag

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Mano... Isn't on socials, but maybe soon at: https://www.instagram.com/manofelciano

TnT/Bloop Network https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasure https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure ***** Help support Thrash 'n Treasure and keep us on-air, PLUS go on a fantastical adventure at the same time! Grab your copy of The Tonaston Tales by AW, and use the code TNT20 when you check out for 20% off eBooks and Paperbacks! https://www.thetonastontales.com/bookstore - TNT20  *****

Ep110 Cuck of the Walk w/ Peter Rowsthorn! (AUS)

Look at us, Kimmy! Coz this week we're joined by Aussie comedy legend, Peter Rowsthorn! (Say what?! *faints*) Joining AW and Matt fresh from visiting Roxy at the Cook County Jail, the star of 'Kath and Kim', 'Crackers', and 'Chicago: the Musical' -currently touring Australia- brings his affable charms into our torture chamber for some Murderdolls' 'Women and Children Last', before we queue up to 'Ride the Cyclone' with the cult Canadian smash hit! Plus, we chat the current Chicago tour, Kath and Kim noses, Chicago again, The Comedy Company, Ownership of Characters, Mama Asabi in Chicago, Nike Moccasins, and even MORE Chicago: the Musical!

'CHICAGO: the Musical' Tickets: https://chicagomusical.com.au/ - Now Playing in Brisbane, then Melbourne (March), Sydney (June), and Adelaide (August).

-SOCIALS- Peter on IG: https://www.instagram.com/peterrowsthorn/

Matt: https://www.instagram.com/mattyoungactor/

***** Juxtaposing Metal with Musicals - joined by iconic guests from the worlds of Music, Broadway, Hollywood, and more! https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasure https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure ***** Help support Thrash 'n Treasure and keep us on-air, PLUS go on a fantastical adventure at the same time! Grab your copy of The Tonaston Tales by AW, and use the code TNT20 when you check out for 20% off eBooks and Paperbacks! https://www.thetonastontales.com/bookstore - TNT20  *****

Ep111 Slippy the Welsh Kangaroo w/ Caroline Sheen! (West End!)

Winds in the east, there's a mist coming in, an episode's brewin', about to begin with none other than West End legend, Caroline Sheen! (Say what?! *faints*) This week, the superlatively fantaslistic Caroline joins AW and guest co-host, Jean-Paul Yovanoff, in A Perfect Circle with their hit album 'Mer de Noms' before conjuring up a wickedly good time with The Witches of Eastwick. Plus, we chat trips to Australia, Home and Away Vs Neighbours, Superhero Nannies, Animal Studies, and heaps more in this hilariously magical episode!

See Caroline in 'Plaza Suite' - now playing at the Savoy Theatre in London's West End! Tickets:https://plazasuiteuk.com/ --SOCIALS--

Caroline on IG: https://www.instagram.com/carolinesheen/

Jean-Paul and MTR (Musical Theatre Radio): https://www.musicaltheatreradio.com https://www.twitter.com/MTR_tweets https://www.instagram.com/musicaltheatreradio

TnT/Bloop Network https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasure https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure ***** Help support Thrash 'n Treasure and keep us on-air, PLUS go on a fantastical adventure at the same time! Grab your copy of The Tonaston Tales by AW, and use the code TNT20 when you check out for 20% off eBooks and Paperbacks! https://www.thetonastontales.com/bookstore - TNT20  *****

Ep109 Thrashin' Ferals w/ MiG Ayesa! (SongDivision!)

How do you measure... measure a guest? In AWESOMENESS, that's how! Because this week we're joined by a literal Thrashin' Treasure, the iconic MiG Ayesa! (Say what?! *Faints!*) In this episode, this rock star in excess of any who've joined us before chats with Mr J Wags and AW about Def Leppard's Pyromania, before jumping on a taxi and heading to the 'FAME' schoolsical with the original London cast. Plus, we chat The Ferals, RENT's fandom and social impact, the Original Aussie cast of RENT, Rock Star: INXS, vocal care, and SOOO much more in this hilariously fun episode!

--SOCIALS-- MiG: Twitter: https://twitter.com/MiGAyesa -- Instagram: https://instagram.com/MiGAyesa

Mr J Wags: Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrJWags -- Instagram: https://instagram.com/MrJWags

Around the World in 80 Plays: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/around-the-world-in-80-plays/id1709294420 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6M8Yff4VPblqINhu2SSrrg

Ep108 That Wascally Babbitt! w/ Joe DiPietro! (Broadway!)

We love him, he's perfect, now change into your fanciest hat before we're joined by the legendary lyricist, Mr. Joe DiPietro! (say what?! *faints) In this week's EXTRA-special surprise Thanksgiving episode, the two-time Tony Award winning author of Memphis joins us to discuss his latest play, Babbitt, now playing at the powerhouse La Jolla Playhouse until December 10th, as well as his beloved long-running musical 'I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change'. (And we cover Rose Tattoo's Rose Tattoo for the Metal album) Plus, we chat working with this incredible cast, overworking this incredible cast, pro-shots, Diana the Musical, dying satire, and heaps more in this jam-packed episode!

Babbitt is sold out. A limited number of tickets may be released daily, so please check the website 'Babbitt': https://lajollaplayhouse.org/show/babbitt/

--Socials-- Joe: https://twitter.com/joedipietronyc

Around the World in 80 Plays: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/around-the-world-in-80-plays/id1709294420 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6M8Yff4VPblqINhu2SSrrg

***** Juxtaposing Metal with Musicals - joined by iconic guests from the worlds of Music, Broadway, Hollywood, and more! https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasure https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure ***** Help support Thrash 'n Treasure and keep us on-air, PLUS go on a fantastical adventure at the same time! Grab your copy of The Tonaston Tales by AW, and use the code TNT20 when you check out for 20% off eBooks and Paperbacks! https://www.thetonastontales.com/bookstore - TNT20  *****

Hullo, Dolly! (Stop 2: Hull)

Episode 2: Hull – On the second stop, our hosts stop by a local farm for a week, where Lizzie educates listeners with the New Theatre’s amazing WWII history, plus Alfie and  Dolly to a local art gallery where we meets Bootleg Shreg.

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Sister Act: the Musical 2023-24 UK/Ireland Tour Tickets: https://www.sisteractthemusical.co.uk/

Show Socials: https://twitter.com/80Playspodcast -- https://www.instagram.com/thrashntreasurepodcast/ -- https://www.tumblr.com/aroundtheworldin80playspod E-mail suggestions/questions: [email protected]

Lizzie on Socials: https://twitter.com/LizzieBea3 -- https://www.instagram.com/lizziebea101/ Alfie on Socials: https://twitter.com/ParkerAlfie -- https://www.instagram.com/parkeralfie/

Also, support '80Plays' and buy our theme song 'Blue Sky' and help support our show! - https://www.thetonastontales.com/bookstore/p/blue-sky-by-walken-mp3-around-the-world-in-80-plays-podcast-theme-song Or buy the full album 'Current Melbourne Temperature' by Walken from Bandcamp - https://walkentheband.bandcamp.com/album/current-melbourne-temperature

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Production Credits

Hosts: Lizzie Bea and Alfie Parker Producers: Aaron Ware (EP) and Spencer Sher (AP) Co-Producers: Alfie Parker and Lizzie Bea Editor: Aaron Ware Location Assistant: Seher Ackrim Theatre Photography Courtesy of Kristian Lavercombe Podcast Support Pets: Dolly the Dog; Belle the Dog Press/Advertising Enquiries: [email protected] Theme Song ‘Blue Sky’ by Walken (written by Baines, Bowie, Smith, Soussan, Tsipas) Buy the ‘Blue Sky’ MP3 single and help support ‘Around the World in 80 Plays’ at https://www.thetonastontales.com/bookstore/p/blue-sky-by-walken-mp3-around-the-world-in-80-plays-podcast-theme-song Music Video for Blue Sky - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXeCN0yRfcU Powered by Transistor.FM

Ep107 American Horror Spoily w/ Dominic Burgess! (Hollywood!)

Tina! Bring me Agorax! Because we're joined by the Pride of Stoke, Mr. Dominic Burgess! (say what?! *faints*) This week, AW flies solo with this British-expat who delicately takes part in the ultimate music Feud with Incubus' S.C.I.E.N.C.E, against' the romantic chemistry of 'Gigi'.. Plus, we chat American Horror Story, Stoke-on-Trent, Character Actor Vs Actor, fan-favourite Standing Ovations, and which franchise does Dominic have urges to get involved with- amongst heaps more topics in this hilariously foot-in-mouth episode! 

--Socials-- Dominic: https://twitter.com/dominicburgess -- https://www.instagram.com/dominicburgess1

Around the World in 80 Plays: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/around-the-world-in-80-plays/id1709294420 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6M8Yff4VPblqINhu2SSrrg

***** Juxtaposing Metal with Musicals - joined by iconic guests from the worlds of Music, Broadway, Hollywood, and more! https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasure https://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure ***** Help support Thrash 'n Treasure and keep us on-air, PLUS go on a fantastical adventure at the same time! Grab your copy of The Tonaston Tales by AW, and use the code TNT20 when you check out for 20% off eBooks and Paperbacks! https://www.thetonastontales.com/bookstore - TNT20  *****

Ep104 The Vampire Bat in the Hat w/ Andrew Keenan-Bolger! (Broadway!)

Extra-Extra! We caught ourselves a Newsie! *Fangirls-out* And it's who, Sir? It's all who, Sir? It's Mr. Andrew Keenan-Bolger! (Say what?! *faints*) And he's here to take a bite out of some Heavy Metal with Faith No More's Angel Dust, before reliving the wubbulous world of Seussical the Meussical after it's floppulous run in 2000! Plus, we chat Andrew's latest play- Dracula: a Comedy of Terrors; Puppetry; Success; Fansies; Night of a Thousand Chips; Playing multiple characters in one scene, plus HEAPS more in this hilariously charming episode!

Andrew on Socials: https://twitter.com/KeenanBlogger -- https://instagram.com/KeenanBlogger -- https://www.andrewkeenanbolger.com

Dracula: a Comedy of Terror Tickets: https://draculacomedy.com/#tickets

Ep100 Flavour Variations - Now inc/ Miss Peppermint! (Broadway!)

HAPPY #TNT100! *Phone rings, door chimes* in struts the phenomenal superstar, Miss Peppermint (say what?! *faints) and we are HERE. FOR. IT! Fresh from her divine performance in 'A Transparent Musical' in LA, this deliciously talented Queen joins us for our EPIC 100th episode- and they said we'd never last! This week, the trail-blazing Miss Pepper Longstocking runs away with some 'Purple' Stone Temple Pilots', before scrubbing up and looking -inward- for a surprise party with some great 'Company' by the greater Stephen Sondheim! Plus, we chat RuPaul's Drag Race, Drag Race Down Under, Artist identity, Broadway 2023, Treble Clefs, future Snatch Game characters, we have our very first listener video questions, and to top it off- there's a MARRIAGE PROPOSAL?! You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll scream "OH MY GOD!" - and be left minty fresh after this truly stunning celebration!

For all things Miss Peppermint: Linktree- https://linktr.ee/Peppermint247 ACLU Drag Defense Fund - https://action.aclu.org/give/support-drag-defense-fund Website- http://www.peppermintonline.com/ Socials- https://www.instagram.com/peppermint247/ Town Hall: a Black Queer Podcast (w/ Bob the Drag Queen) - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2cC9fq7olRqIBSGTQNJLUb?si=2e5f78b77c284a2c

Ep106 Simons are a Bert's Best Friend w/ Bert LaBonté and Simon Burke! (AUS)

Heelllooooo Chickees! It's Australia's own Harold Zidler- Simon Burke, and fellow Bohemian, Bert LaBonté! This week, we hop on the bullet-train to Montmartre... but in Melbourne... for a catch-up with these two affable stars of Moulin Rouge! The Musical - currently playing a final Encore Season at the Regent Theatre, Melbourne (and worldwide!) - where we dive into the Underworld with Symphony X, before we find out if these Gentlemen Prefer Blondes! Plus we chat Moulin Rouge! the Musical!, Harold Zidler, Bert's interpretation of Toulouse Lautrec, Topdog/Underdog, Moulin Roast!, and we find out which normal, everyday thing do our superstar guests fail miserably at in one of our funniest moments yet- plus HEAPS more!

TICKETS to Moulin Rouge! The Musical! (Melb) https://moulinrougemusical.com/australia/home/

Bert on Socials: https://www.instagram.com/bertlabee/

Simon on Socials: https://www.instagram.com/simon__burke/

Regent Theatre, Melbourne: https://marrinergroup.com.au/regent-theatre

We're launching a couple of new shows soon...

So if anybody has any ideas, or the seeds on an idea, for their own show- let us know coz we're looking to develop and release some more shows (especially NON-theatre related shows!) - let us know!

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Has anybody got a spare billion dollars so we can build this Broadway theme park that I designed for absolutely no reason other than something to do and the idea was there?

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Ep106 Simons are a Bert's Best Friend w/ Bert LaBonté and Simon Burke! (AUS)

Heelllooooo Chickees! It's Australia's own Harold Zidler- Simon Burke, and fellow Bohemian, Bert LaBonté! This week, we hop on the bullet-train to Montmartre... but in Melbourne... for a catch-up with these two affable stars of Moulin Rouge! The Musical - currently playing a final Encore Season at the Regent Theatre, Melbourne (and worldwide!) - where we dive into the Underworld with Symphony X, before we find out if these Gentlemen Prefer Blondes! Plus we chat Moulin Rouge! the Musical!, Harold Zidler, Bert's interpretation of Toulouse Lautrec, Topdog/Underdog, Moulin Roast!, and we find out which normal, everyday thing do our superstar guests fail miserably at in one of our funniest moments yet- plus HEAPS more!

TICKETS to Moulin Rouge! The Musical! (Melb) https://moulinrougemusical.com/australia/home/

Bert on Socials: https://www.instagram.com/bertlabee/

Simon on Socials: https://www.instagram.com/simon__burke/

Regent Theatre, Melbourne: https://marrinergroup.com.au/regent-theatre

Ep105 Tanning the Willy w/ Adam Zwar! (AUS)

Who's-a-good-boy?! Who's-a-good-boy?! We are! Because this week we're joined by Dog's best friend, Adam Zwar! (Say what?! *faints*) This week, AW and Matt are joined by Australian Television's most affable writer/producer/creator/actor/icon to march Forward Into Battle with some English Dogs, before celebrating Snoopy's 73rd Birthday with Snoopy!!! the Musical and an awkward cake! Plus, we chat the death of Aussie Sitcoms, Past TnT Guest Bert La Bonte, Wilfred, Famous Friends, Tanned Willies, Selling a Show to Hollywood, Aussie Comedy Films, AW Confesses Adam Traumatized Him Years Ago- and SO much more you'll need a nap on top of a kennel right after- GREAT Grief!

Adam on Socials: https://twitter.com/adamzwar

Ep104 The Vampire Bat in the Hat w/ Andrew Keenan-Bolger! (Broadway!)

Extra-Extra! We caught ourselves a Newsie! *Fangirls-out* And it's who, Sir? It's all who, Sir? It's Mr. Andrew Keenan-Bolger! (Say what?! *faints*) And he's here to take a bite out of some Heavy Metal with Faith No More's Angel Dust, before reliving the wubbulous world of Seussical the Meussical after it's floppulous run in 2000! Plus, we chat Andrew's latest play- Dracula: a Comedy of Terrors; Puppetry; Success; Fansies; Night of a Thousand Chips; Playing multiple characters in one scene, plus HEAPS more in this hilariously charming episode!

Andrew on Socials: https://twitter.com/KeenanBlogger -- https://instagram.com/KeenanBlogger -- https://www.andrewkeenanbolger.com

Dracula: a Comedy of Terror Tickets: https://draculacomedy.com/#tickets

Ep103 A Slice of WGA Strike w/ Tim Doyle! (Hollywood!)

[Redacted] In solidarity with the WGA writer's strike, there shall be no puns this week to welcome Mr. Tim Doyle back to the torture chamber- I had one written, but I just couldn't pick it. This week, our favourite Sitcom writer/producer/creator returns from 65 (million) episodes ago to flick on the Killswitch Engage album, As Daylight Dies... before hitting the club for A Slice of Saturday Night. Plus, this affable chap thoroughly explains the WGA Writer's Strike, what it means for Hollywood, the future of Film/TV, the international repercussions terrifying the studios, the dangers of AI replacing artists, the death of cinematic comedy, what makes Sitcoms successful, and heeeaaaps more in this Aaronless episode! (Say what?! *faints*)

Please note: this episode was recorded on Day 54 of the WGA Strike, before SAGaftra went on strike; therefore, some information may be out of date or may have changed in the past 100 days-or-so.

Tim on Socials: https://twitter.com/FlakedAndFormed

Spencer on Socials: https://twitter.com/SpencerSher_

Matt on Socials: https://twitter.com/mattyoungactor