In The Frame: Theatre Interviews from West End Frame

Fresh from releasing his debut novella Miller Rose Roberts, Joseph Millson is playing Monsieur André in the 40th anniversary cast of The Phantom of the Opera at His Majesty’s Theatre.Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera first opened in London's West End in 1986 and has become one of the world's most successful musicals. Joseph joins the anniversary cast alongside Sierra Boggess, reuniting with his former Love Never Dies leading lady more than 15 years after they originated the roles of Raoul and Christine in the original London production.Joseph is also a writer. His memoir Work – And Other Four Letter Words was shortlisted for the Theatre Book Prize, while his debut fiction novella, Miller Rose Roberts, has recently been published.Joseph has worked extensively across theatre, with credits including The Forsyte Saga, The Rover (RSC), Much Ado About Nothing, King John, Merchant of Venice 1936 (West End), Noises Off (West End), Betrayal (Theatre Royal, Bath), Mary Poppins (West End), Mr Foote's Other Leg (West End), Macbeth (Shakespeare's Globe), The Fairy Queen (Glyndebourne), Love Never Dies (West End – WhatsOnStage Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Musical), The Clearing and The Mill on the Floss (Shared Experience), The Real Inspector Hound / Black Comedy (West End), David Copperfield (Sheffield Crucible), The Fantasticks (King's Head Theatre) and David Copperfield: The Musical! (National Tour).His screen credits include The Amateur, Creation Stories, Angel Has Fallen, Casino Royale, Moon Knight, Professor T, The Last Kingdom, Endeavour, Grantchester, Penny Dreadful, The Chelsea Detective, Midsomer Murders, New Tricks, EastEnders and Doctors. He has also performed in over 50 radio plays and was nominated for Best Actor at the BBC Radio Drama Awards.In this episode, Joseph discusses joining the 40th anniversary cast of The Phantom of the Opera, the full-circle experience of reuniting with Sierra Boggess and reflecting on Love Never Dies. He also talks about his journey as a writer, the publication of Miller Rose Roberts, and lots more!Miller Rose Roberts is out now and The Phantom of the Opera runs at His Majesty's Theatre.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. 

Sara Poyzer is starring as Donna in the West End production of Mamma Mia!. She has played the role on-and-off for fifteen years, both in London and on tour across the UK and internationally. Mamma Mia! celebrated its 27th birthday in April and is the third longest-running West End musical of all time.Sara starred as Beverley Bass in the first UK & Ireland tour of Come From Away, and has recently appeared on screen as Fiona Morley in Coronation Street. Her theatre credits also include: Assassins (Watermill Theatre), Rutherford & Son (The Other Palace), Othello (Trafalgar Studios), Billy Elliot The Musical (Victoria Palace), Forever Young and All Quiet on the Western Front (Nottingham Playhouse), Abigail’s Party (Theatre Royal, York), Satin in Satin ‘n’ Steel (Nottingham Playhouse & UK Tour), Up n Under (Hull Truck), The House of Bernada Alba (Yvonne Arnaud) as well as The School for Scandal, The Merchant of Venice, Antigone and Poetry or Bust (Northern Broadsides). On screen, Sara has appeared in Casualty, EastEnders, Doctors, Cast Offs, Paradise Reclaimed, Heartbeat, Dangerfield, Playing the Field, Peak Practice and ODDinary People.Recorded backstage in Sara's dressing room, in this episode Sara discusses her journey with Mamma Mia!, and how her relationship with Donna has developed over the past fifteen years. She also reflects on her path into theatre and talks all-things Come From Away... plus more!Mamma Mia! runs at the Novello Theatre. Visit www.mamma-mia.com for info and tickets. This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. 

Miles Anthony Daley is playing Richard Holland and Prince in I'm Every Woman: The Chaka Khan Musical at Troubadour Wembley Park.With a book by Nia T. Hill, I'm Every Woman tells the story of Chaka Khan's extraordinary life and career. The musical premiered at Hackney Empire before transferring to Troubadour Wembley Park, with Chaka Khan attending the show's press night.Miles' theatre credits include George Treadwell in The Drifters Girl (UK & Ireland Tour), The Romantic in The Choir of Man (Arts Theatre and Playhouse Square, Cleveland) and Thriller Live (West End & International). He understudied Raymond Hill in Tina: The Tina Turner Musical in the West End (Aldwych Theatre), and later played the role full-time in the show's Australian production (Melbourne). Elsewhere, Miles appeared on The Voice UK.In this episode, Miles discusses the development of I'm Every Woman and why being part of the production feels like such a significant moment in his career. He also talks about his path into theatre, some of the biggest challenges he has faced and the crazy journey the industry has taken him on so far. I'm Every Woman: The Chaka Khan Musical runs at Troubadour Wembley Park until 27th September.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. 

Jessica Aubrey is currently starring as Jane Seymour in SIX The Musical at the Vaudeville Theatre.Written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, SIX has direction by Lucy Moss and Jamie Armitage with choreography by Carrie-Anne Ingrouille. SIX was first performed in London in 2017, and is now the winner of over 35 international awards including two Tonys.Her theatre credits include Rose in Titanique (Lido Paris), ensemble and understudy Elphaba and Nessarose in Wicked (Apollo Victoria Theatre), Megan in But I'm a Cheerleader (Turbine Theatre), swing and understudy Eglantine Price in Bedknobs and Broomsticks (UK Tour) and Sandy in Grease (Royal Caribbean Cruise Line).In this episode, Jessica discusses all things SIX and why playing Jane Seymour is such a special and meaningful chapter in her career. She also reflects on her path into musical theatre via a degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics, what it was like to play Elphaba in Wicked (as the show's first ever third cover Elphaba!), and lots more along the way. Recorded backstage in Jessica's dressing room at the Vaudeville Theatre, there are also a few surprise guests who pop up during the conversation!SIX is booking at the Vaudeville Theatre until 28th November 2027. Visit www.sixthemusical.com for info and tickets.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. 

Leonor Correia is starring as Gabriella Montez in the brand new stage production of High School Musical, which marks 20 years since the release of the iconic film.This production, which is co-directed by Joseph Houston and William Whelton with choreography by Aaron Renfree, will open at The Lowry in Salford, before transferring to London for a run at Troubadour Wembley Park.Leonor trained at Urdang and made her West End debut as the alternate for Jane Seymour and Katherine Howard in Six The Musical at the Vaudeville Theatre, whilst also understudying Catherine of Aragon.Recorded during a break from rehearsals, in this episode Leonor discusses all-things High School Musical, including her favourite parts of the show, the rehearsal process and why it's such a big moment for her career journey. She also discusses her route into theatre and what Six taught her... plus more!High School Musical runs at The Lowry 22nd August – 19th September and Troubadour Wembley Park 12th October – 3rd January. Visit www.highschoolmusicalonstage.com for info and tickets.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. 

Liberty Stottor is starring as Heather Chandler in Heathers the Musical.Heathers has returned to London for a run at The Arts at Marble Arch before embarking on a new UK tour. Based on the cult 1989 film, the musical features a book, music and lyrics by Kevin Murphy and Laurence O'Keefe and is directed by Andy Fickman.Liberty trained at The Urdang Academy. She toured as Lead Vocalist in Emerald Storm before starring as Jane Seymour in SIX, first on the UK & International Tour and later in the West End.In this episode, Liberty discusses taking on the iconic role of Heather Chandler and why it has been such a gear change for her. She also talks about her vocal choices and the show's huge fanbase, as well as her journey with SIX, her path into theatre and lots more along the way.Heathers runs at The Arts at Marble Arch until 22nd August before continuing on a UK tour. Visit www.heathersthemusical.com for info and ticket.sThis podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. 

Bradley Gibson is starring as Hercules in Disney's Hercules at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane.Inspired by the 1997 Disney film, Hercules features music by Alan Menken, lyrics by David Zippel and a book by Robert Horn and Kwame Kwei-Armah. Directed and choreographed by Casey Nicholaw, with co-choreography by Tanisha Scott, the musical opened in the West End in 2025. Bradley previously played the role in the show's run at at Paper Mill Playhouse in New Jersey and is now reprising his performance for his West End debut.Bradley's starred as Simba in Disney's The Lion King on Broadway. His other theatre credits include: Fremont Ave. (Arena Stage and South Coast Repertory Theatre), A Bronx Tale (Broadway), Rocky (Broadway), Love's Labour's Lost (The Public Theater) and The School for Scandal (Red Bull Theater). His screen credits include Mid-Century Modern (Hulu), Disney's The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl (Disney+), Partner Track (Netflix), Power Book II: Ghost (Starz), Kung Fu (The CW), Mozart in the Jungle (Prime Video) and Fire Island (Hulu). Bradley's music is available on streaming platforms. Recorded backstage at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, in this episode Bradley discusses his journey with Hercules and why this West End chapter is extra special. He also talks about being unapologetic about who he is, adapting to London life and lots more. Hercules runs at Theatre Royal Drury Lane until 5th September 2026. Visit www.herculesthemusical.co.uk for info and tickets.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. 

Olivier nominee Tyrone Huntley is reprising his acclaimed performance as Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber at the London Palladium.Directed by Timothy Sheader, Tyrone first played Judas ten years ago when this revival premiered at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. He reprised his performance at Regent's Park multiple times and also played Judas in the production's US tour.Last year Tyrone played Simon in the Hollywood Bowl revival of Jesus Christ Superstar, whilst also understudying Cynthia Erivo in the role of Jesus.His theatre credits include Barnaby Tucker in Hello, Dolly! (London Palladium), Che in Evita (Curve Leicester), Jordan in Living Newspaper (Royal Court), Hunter in [title of show] (London Coliseum), Wes in The View UpStairs (Soho Theatre), Obi in Leave to Remain (Lyric Hammersmith), C.C. White in Dreamgirls (Savoy Theatre), Gator in Memphis(Shaftesbury Theatre), Porgy and Bess (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), Seaweed in Hairspray (Curve Leicester), Doctor in The Book of Mormon (Prince of Wales Theatre) and TJ in Sister Act (UK & Ireland Tour).As a director, Tyrone made his debut with Ain't Misbehavin', which played at Mercury Theatre Colchester and Southwark Playhouse, before joining the creative team of The Drifters Girl as Associate Director.In this episode, Tyrone takes a deep dive into what it takes for him to play such a hugely demanding role – and the crazy path of his Jesus Christ Superstar journey. He also discusses his reunion with Cynthia Erivo, his move to LA and lots more.Jesus Christ Superstar runs at the London Palladium until 5th September. Visit www.london.jesuschristsuperstar.com for info and tickets.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. 

Ellis Kirk is the alternate Frankie Valli in the new UK and Ireland tour of Jersey Boys.Featuring the music and story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Jersey Boys has a book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice, music by Bob Gaudio and lyrics by Bob Crewe. Directed by Des McAnuff and choreographed by Sergio Trujillo, the Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical tells the true story of the rise of one of the biggest bands in music history and has returned for a new UK and Ireland tour to celebrate its 20th anniversary.Ellis' theatre credits include Evan in Dear Evan Hansen (Asia Tour), alternate Marty McFly in Back to the Future (Adelphi Theatre), JD in Heathers (The Other Palace), understudy Dougal in Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York (Criterion Theatre), understudy Evan Hansen and Connor Murphy in Dear Evan Hansen (Noël Coward Theatre) and Dirk Lloyd in The Dark Lord (MTFest, The Other Palace).His television credits include Emmerdale, Jericho, Billionaire Boy and Hank Zipzer.In this episode, Ellis takes a deep dive into what it's like to be playing Frankie Valli, which is one of the toughest roles in musical theatre. He also reflects on his journey with Dear Evan Hansen, navigating life as an understudy, standby and alternate, the path of his career and more.Jersey Boys tours the UK and Ireland until August 2027. Visit www.jerseyboysmusical.co.uk for info and tickets.This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.