Backstage Curry

First created in the 1960’s and going on to enjoy chart success in the Uk, USA, Japan and most of Europe, The Three Degrees are still performing and Valerie Holiday, who joined in 1967, talks about the THEN and NOW of being with the group.. and how the 2024 tour is wowing their fans.

As well as winning, “Eurovision”- “Bucks Fizz”, had 3 UK no1 hits. One of their songs, “New Beginning”, is an apt title to describe what’s happening for three of the originals. Cheryl Baker talks about how the band were forced to change their name, about Mike Nolan leaving and about her and Jay Aston looking for a replacement. Let’s go on tour with.. “The Fizz”!

“YOU’RE IN THE MIX”This is what a performer hears when they’re down to the last few for a role in a show. Jane Deitch offers a fascinating glimpse into the TV and Theatre world of the Casting Director whilst offering some vital “do’s and don’ts” for those auditions!

LET’S DO THE SHOW RIGHT HERE! with Celia MackayA magical woodland glade in 39 acres of beautiful Leicestershire countryside is the setting for one of the UK’s leading outdoor theatrical venues. Kilworth House Theatre was created by Celia Mackay and this is her story of how it all happened and how a classic musical is staged at Kilworth every summer.

PETER DICKSON - COME ON DOWN!He is one of the most successful voice-over artists ever and in this episode, Peter Dickson takes us behind the microphone to explain how his became the voice saying, “COME ON DOWN”, on, “The Price Is Right”… and…”IT’S TIME, TO FACE, THE MUSIC”, on, “The X Factor”. Just two of his classic vocal creations amongst so many others. His career path is an interesting one and he’s got some excellent advice for any voice-over performers out there.

In July 2024, on the beautiful grass courts of Devonshire Park in Eastbourne, a pre Wimbledon professional tennis tournament celebrated a 50th anniversary. So many famous players have taken part over the years and the new tournament director, Rebecca James talks about the pressures of running such a major tennis event.

The well established and vastly experienced actress Louise Jameson joined the ITV soap, EMMERDALE, in 2022 as Mary Goskirk. Here she describes, in detail, how the role came her way and the everyday workings of being a series regular.

SPAIN THROUGH MUSICIn 2017, Flamenco guitarist Daniel Martinez created his own company which has received awards and rave reviews. Together with his wife, the dancer Gabriela Pouso, they talk about their 2024 UK and Europe tour.