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Ep124 Muriel's Anniversary w/ Pippa Grandison! (AUS)

See that girl, watch that scene, diggin' THE Pippa Grandison! (Say what?! *fangirls*) This week, the star of both the classic 1994 film Muriel's Wedding AND its musical version, joins us to get a whiff of Amyl and the Sniffer's album 'Comfort to Me', as well as reliving Muriel's Wedding the Musical - giving Spencer the culture shock of his young life! Plus, we chat stepping into Wicked Australia on short notice, Getting Older, Pre-Menopause, Personal Tragedies, Accidental Auditions, Sydney 2000, we continue our crusade to create an Arts Olympics, plus Pippa takes us behind the scenes on that iconic 'Muriel's' Bitch Fight- and so much more on this incredibly open, and honest episode!

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Pippa isn't on socials!

Spencer: https://twitter.com/SpencerSher_ Fake Bands, Real Songs: thegreenroom42.venuetix.com/show/details/vY0xuJCef0sqB65dZMEy

***** 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  *****  

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Ep123 Christina, Bring Me the Acts! w/ Christina Bianco! (West End!)

It's our 4th Birthday! And to celebrate, we're joined by not one, not two, but a thousand Legendary Divas in the shape of one Theatre Icon, Christina Bianco! (Say what?! *faints!*) In our latest anniversary episode, the gorgeous Christina hangs up the Technicolor Dreamcoat, ready to kick her heels up to Diablo Swing Orchestra's 'Pandora's Piñata' before reigning over our Birthday parade with the classic musical, Funny Girl! Plus, we chat British Weather, Sketch Comedy, British Slugs, Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (ticket details below!), Raffi on Broadway, Six on Blossom, and so much more in this episode of many voices!

--SOCIALS-- Christina - Twitter: https://x.com/XtinaBianco1 IG: https://instagram.com/XtinaBianco1 Joseph Tickets: https://uk.josephthemusical.com/

Spencer: https://twitter.com/SpencerSher_ Fake Bands, Real Songs: thegreenroom42.venuetix.com/show/details/vY0xuJCef0sqB65dZMEy

***** 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  *****  

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Ep122 Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Corpse w/ Jon Robyns! (West End!)

It doesn't suck to be us this week, because we're joined by West End Leading Lothario, Mr. Jon Robyns! (SAY WHAT?! *Faints*) In this much-anticipated, fully-sick episode, we're stacked to the heavens with West End Icons as we're ALSO joined by EXTRA-special guest co-host, Caroline Sheen! (Yaaayyy!) This week, we conjure up some 'Momentum' with Grand Magus' early effort, before putting Jon on the spot Then, Now and Next for his debut musical creation! Plus, we chat Jon's' Late Nite West End' Project, Aussie Accents, Olympic Ceremonies, Gender-Swapped Roles, Les Misérables, Weird Connections, Corpsing, and more topics than could fill a Hamilton rap!

--SOCIALS-- Jon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/j_robyns/

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

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  *****

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LOST Crossword!

Happy 20th Birthday!

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Ep121 Sunset Brew-haha w/ David Thaxton! (Divisions!)

I'm ready for my new episode, Mr. DeMille! Lucky, because we're joined by West End-turned-Broadway star, David Thaxton! (Say what?! *faints*) This week, the Oliver Award-winning front-man of Divisions joins the chamber to Rage Against the Machine with their eponymous album, before heading down Sunset Boulevard with the Original Broadway Cast. Plus, we chat David's pub The Kentish Belle, Aussie Beer, Les Misérables, Come From Away, Navigating the Ego, Nicole Scherzinger's devotion to the role of Norma Desmond, and David's Only the Brave co-star Caroline Sheen- plus heaps more in this brilliant episode! 

--SOCIALS-- David: Twitter: https://x.com/YoungThacko -- IG: https://instagram.com/YoungThacko

The Kentish Belle: https://www.thekentishbelle.co.uk/

Divisions on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4pT3cnAqm7WC74gN9PdHr5?si=TdoJO8ujQ7-myzwj1nZtpA

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Second City NYC: https://www.secondcity.com/shows/new-york Sarah and the Seed: https://www.sarahandtheseed.com

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

Show Submissions/EGOT Panel Auditions: networkbloop@gmail.com ***** 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  *****

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Ep120 Urinal Etiquette w/ Duncan Sheik! (Broadway!)

Hold your breath, coz we're barely breathing to have the one-and-only Mr. Duncan Sheik spring back into our torture chamber! (Yaayyyy!!!) In his return appearance, this Grammy and Tony Award-Winning legend helps us analyze the classic Australian punk band 'Cosmic Psycho' with their eponymous album, before we dissect American Psycho the Musical! Plus, we chat Rush, Texting, Urinal Etiquette, Recording Issues, Taylor Swift, Diss-Tracks, Union Issues, Piano Issues, Muppets, and sooo much more in this EPIC episode!

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Duncan- IG/Threads: https://www.instagram.com/theduncansheik/

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Second City NYC: https://www.secondcity.com/shows/new-york 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

Show Submissions/EGOT Panel Auditions: networkbloop@gmail.com ***** 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  *****

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Drag Race Crossword #1

We made a little crossword for fans of the show!

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Not many people realize that the #openingceremony parkour guy wasn't actually one person, it was 35 French mice stacked-up and working together simultaneously. #olympics#closingceremony

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Ep119 World of Warcraft: the Musical w/ Glenn Slater! (Broadway!)

Praise the Lord, because the lyricist dearicist to our hearts is back- Glenn Slater! (Say what?! *faints*) In this weeks School of Rock reunion, Mr JWags takes the reigns as lead host for the first time as we welcome this Oscar-Nominated legend back into the chamber to review Lord's Fallen Idols, before jumping into the deep-end with a Leap of Faith- but will we be crucified and left revived?!

Plus, we chat terrible reviews, what makes a good lyric, Jonathan's School of Rock performance, Lizzie Bea and Alfie Parker, Sister Act the Musical Australia, Casey Donovan, how Hugh Jackman ruined Leap of Faith, and so much more in this honest and warm conversation!

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Glenn - Twitter: https://x.com/SlaterLyrics

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Second City NYC: https://www.secondcity.com/shows/new-york 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

Show Submissions/EGOT Panel Auditions: networkbloop@gmail.com ***** 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  *****

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Ep115 Unlocking Baldur's Gate 3 w/ Neil Roberts! (Dark Urge)

Resist the urge to fangirl because we're joined by THE Dark Urge, Mr. Neil Roberts! (Say what?! *faints*) This week, the Charming Neil joins AW for an exclusive 1-on-1 deep-dive into the superstar breakout character of Baldur's Gate 3- the Dark Urge! But not before we dig up Soundgarden's 'Louder Than Love'- almost-, before reliving Neil's 'Salad Days', with the classic British musical. Plus, we chat working on 'Charmed', Dream 'Chicago' cast, Baldur's Gate 3's Impact, Video Games, The Gollum Disaster, Nick Fury: Agent of SHIELD, US Vs UK Filming, and heeeaaaps more in this special extended episode that'll give you extra Thrash for your Treasure!

-SOCIALS- Neil on Twitter: https://x.com/NeillyRoberts

Neil on IG: https://www.instagram.com/neilyroberts/

Neil on Twitch: http://twitch.tv/neilyroberts

Book Neil on Cameo: https://v.cameo.com/e/ruB40FGu9Gb

Neil's Website: https://neilroberts.co.uk/

***** 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  *****

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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

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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  *****

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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  *****

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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  *****

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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

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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  *****

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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: 80playspodcast@gmail.com

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: 80playspodcast@gmail.com 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