The Catheteria

Paul Capsis is an Australian icon and one of a kind. From day 1 he was told he would never work in the industry; a gay man of Greek and Maltese heritage which in the 80's in Australia meant he was largely uncastable. That didn't stop Paul and thank goodness it didn't. Cut to headlining some of the world's most prestigious arts festivals, feature roles on screen and treading the boards for the likes of the Sydney Theatre Company and the Victorian Opera. His message? Never give up! Talking everything from his fascinating obsession and synchronicity with Janis Joplin, to how he shaped his career. Please enjoy this interview with multiple Helpmann Award winner, Paul Capsis.

A very special episode of the Catheteria, a thrilling insight into the history of Australian showbiz from a man in the trenches. Cath's guest this week has done, seen and felt it all. You've seen and heard him on your TV on The Big Gig and Good News Week and for the last 22 years he has titillated you in the Wharf Review. He is one of Australia's most revered artists, writers, composers and satirists. He is the most hilarious, compassionate and generous soul in the industry. He is also Catherine's co-star. Please enjoy this interview with Mr. Phillip Scott.

Kirby Burgess has been on your telly in Here Come the Habibs and The Voice, and on the big screen in Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby However, no-one puts this baby from Bateman’s Bay in a corner. Kirby has starred in a staggering amount of stage productions including Grease the Musical, Barnham, Bring It on, Big Fish, The Wedding Singer and did THAT lift as Baby in Dirty Dancing The Musical.  She’s currently starring as Kathryn in the 90’s cult classic Cruel Intentions, which is touring Australia right now. In episode 4 of The Catheteria, I present to you the beautiful and talented Kirby Burgess.

My guest on today’s episode of The Catheteria is someone who's been described as the evil love child of Liza Minelli and Jim Carey. The London Times describes him as a new comedy star. Reuben Kaye is what happens when you tell your child they can be anything they want. I recently caught up with Reuben at the Adelaide Cabaret Festival and he gave insight into how hard life on stage really can be as well as the drive needed to stay in the spotlight. An eye opener of an interview.... but also endearing. I think by the end of this you will love Reuben Kaye as much as I do.If you'd like to know more about Reuben or want to get in touch head to https://www.reubenkaye.com/

My guest on today’s episode of The Catheteria is a very special person, she’s a woman, she’s a wife, she’s a mother, she’s a life… she ought to be congratulated According to her Linkedin she's been the head of everything arts in Australia. She’s now the Executive Producer of the Adelaide Caberet Festival and as I record this we are just hours away from the 2022 program, which let's be honest is better than Xmas. Strap in for a very insightful chat with super woman Alex Sinclair

Welcome to episode 1 of The Catheteria…where everyone gets a serve!Next week, I head off to open Tina Arena’s 2022 Adelaide Cabaret Festival, so I felt it fitting to that my very first guest should be none other than Adelaide born come journalist come international Superstar HANS, or as some of you may not know him, Matt Gilbertson.Strap in for a very funny episode where we talk all things audience hostility, German translation and of course…showbiz!