Joel and Nadeem discuss the importance of taking holiday and the challenges that arise when scheduling holiday in a busy West End show or tour.Av Joel Montague and Nadeem Crowe

Nadeem and Joel chat about Equity, the actors union. What it does well and what could do with some improvement!Av Joel Montague and Nadeem Crowe

In the first episode of seasons 2. Nadeem talks to Joel about how his career might change now he is married and has a child on the way.Av Joel Montague and Nadeem Crowe

In episode 21 of the podcast, I will be chatting to the marvellous Heidi Steel and Matthew Barker from the play 'The Fish Bowl' at Summerhall during the Edinburgh Fringe. 'The Fish Bowl' is a moving and emotional piece of theatre about the impacts of dementia on those who have it, and those surrounding them. Based on real people and true events, Ma…

Joel and Nadeem discuss some of the shows that have inspired them and others that left them wanting more.Av Joel Montague and Nadeem Crowe

The podcast is back! After nearly a year away, we're back. After visiting the Edinburgh Fringe in the summer, I emailed my absolute favourite creatives to see if I could have a quick chat - thankfully, my absolute favs said yes! First up is Linus Karp - writer and star of "Diana: The Untold and Untrue Story". Linus is a theatre maker, actor, and al…

Nadeem and Joel discuss how well on stage intimacy is managed. Is consent still an issue and what has the industry done to bring more focus to those blurred lines?Av Joel Montague and Nadeem Crowe

Joel and Nadeem discuss the world of the agent-client relationship. What makes or breaks it and is self representation a more viable option in 2023?Av Joel Montague and Nadeem Crowe

Joel and Nadeem take a break from the more stressful side of the business and discuss what keeps them coming back for more despite the trials and tribulations. From the magic of getting your first job West End job to the buzz of bringing a script to life.Av Joel Montague and Nadeem Crowe

Nadeem and Joel discuss their time at drama school. Do you need to train? Does training guarantee you a job? Nadeem recounts the day his acting teacher told him he couldn't be an actor and a doctor.Av Joel Montague and Nadeem Crowe

Joel and Nadeem talk auditions. What is it like to audition? How long does the process take and what makes a positive audition experience?Av Joel Montague and Nadeem Crowe

Nadeem and Joel talk everything money in theatre. We talk West End pay and Joel tells us how he would structure the West End pay-scale. Also, can stunt-casting save a show?Av Joel Montague and Nadeem Crowe

Welcome to Breaking the Fourth Wall. A podcast hosted by West End actors Nadeem Crowe and Joel Montague. In our first episode, get to know your hosts and learn about our very different journeys in to the world of professional theatre. Joel's journey started through his family dance school. Nadeem took a little time out of his medical training to tr…

For the 19th episode of the podcast, James chats to half of the incredible theatre group “SPITLIP” David Cumming and Natasha Hodgson. Spitlip are The amazing creators of the hit London musical 'Operation Mincemeat' which is based on a true story about a secret WW2 operation involving a corpse being dumped on the Spanish coast. Since opening at the …

For the 18th episode of the podcast, James is chatting to thriller author Phoebe Morgan. Phoebe has written 4 incredible thrillers - "The Doll House", "The Wild Girls", and "The Babysitter". Not only is Phoebe a hugely successful author she is also an editorial director currently at HarperCollins, working on Thriller, Crime, Women's Fiction, and Sa…

For the 17th episode of the podcast, James is chatting to musical theatre star Joel Montague. Joel is currently playing the role of King George III in the smash hit musical Hamilton in London's West End. Joel has a massive list of theatrical credits to his name, including playing Eddie in Funny Girl at the Menier Chocolate Factory (for which he was…

For the final episode of the trilogy, James is sitting down with actor, director, and lecturer Nick Hutchison. Nick lives in Suffolk and his work covers theatre, television, film, voiceover and radio. He has worked with the BBC, ITV, the RSC, the Royal National theatre, and does a lot of work for Shakespeare’s Globe. Directing wise, Nick has direct…

For the 2nd episode of the trilogy, James is chatting to the founder and artistic director of the nationally renowned and Suffolk-based theatre company " Red Rose Chain", Joanna Carrick. Joanna set up the company in 1990 and since then has directed and adapted many brilliant productions, including their highly acclaimed annual "Theatre in the Fores…

The Jammy Podcast is back! After a long break, the podcast is back with 3 interviews with some incredible guests. To start the trilogy, Jammy will be talking to Susan Bennett - voiceover artist most famous for being the original voice of Apple's Siri. Susan has also done voiceovers for companies such as McDonald's, Cartoon Network, Coca-Cola, and F…

For the 13th episode of the podcast, Jammy chats with the award-winning improviser, comedian, actress, and author, Pippa Evans. Author of the book “Improv Your Life”, Pippa is a core member of the Olivier award-winning ‘Showstopper the improvised Musical’, and has toured the Uk and internationally. She can often be heard on BBC radio 4 in many come…

For the 2nd episode of season 2, Jammy will be chatting to the actor Peter Singh. Peter has had a massive career in film, tv and theatre. You may have seen him in The Personal History of David Copperfield, Disney's Christopher Robin, Hampstead alongside the academy award-winning Dianne Keaton, and Johnny English Strikes Again, as well as many other…

To open season 2, Jammy will be chatting with the esteemed mezzo-soprano singer Hanna Hipp. Hanna, a graduate of the Royal Opera House's Jette Parker Young Artist's Programme, has performed all around the world including in the Royal Albert Hall, the Glynderbourne opera festival, and the Royal Opera House many times. Hanna is extremely well-known i…

For the 10th and final episode of The Jammy Podcast season 1, Jammy will be chatting to the runner up of Britain’s Got Talent 2015, and one of the most watched magicians in the world, Jamie Raven. Since coming second in the 2015 series of Britain’s Got Talent, Jamie has headlined the most successful magic show in West end history, toured the world …

For the 9th episode of the Jammy Podcast, Jammy will be chatting to the New York Times bestseller author and co-creator of Guardians of the Galaxy, Dan Abnett. Dan has had an incredible career in comic book writing and novels, having released over 50 books. In 2009, he co-created the famous “Guardians of the Galaxy” which has since went on to becom…

In the 8th episode of the Jammy Podcast, Jammy is joined by the incredible BBC journalist and podcast presenter Simon Mundie. Hosting his very own podcast for BBC radio 4 called Don't Tell Me The Score, Simon has interviewed some of the most famous sporting figures including Caitlyn Jenner and Sir Chris Hoy. As well as hosting his podcast, he is al…

In the 7th episode of the Jammy Podcast, Jammy interviews the incredible film and theatre director Phyllida Lloyd CBE. Best known for directing the movie Mamma Mia! and The Iron Lady Phyllida has had an amazing career in theatre and film, directing theatre productions for the RSC and the National theatre (to name a couple), as well as Broadway and …

For the 6th episode of the Jammy Podcast Jammy is chatting to two thirds of the wild swimming brothers! Growing up in the Peak District, brothers Jack, Callum and Robbie fell in love with wild swimming. After taking their separate career paths, In 2015 they swam the length of the River Eden together - the wild swimming brothers was born. Since then…

In the 5th episode, Jammy chats with the associate musical director of Hamilton UK, Chris Hatt. Before Hamilton, Chris was the musical director of Billy Elliot and has musical directed many productions. They'll be talking about how Chris got into theatre, the emotional last night of Billy Elliot, and when the west end will return.…

In the 4th episode of the Jammy podcast, Jammy chats with the Olivier award-winning composer Adrian Sutton. Writer of music for 8 National theatre plays including the hits Curious Incident about the Dog in the Night-Time and War Horse. They'll be chatting about all things theatre, as well as Adrian's favourite play to work on and where he keeps his…

This episode, Jammy chats the muli-award winning children’s author and illustrator Rob Biddulph. Winner of the Waterstones Children’s book prize 2015, Rob has created 10 incredible children’s books. During lockdown, Rob started “draw with rob”, his online art lesson, which earned him a guiness world record and a point of light award from the prime …

For the second episode , Jammy interviews the olivier-award winning playwright and actor Henry Shields. Long time member of mischief theatre, Henry is the co-writer of big west end hits such as The Comedy About a Bank Robbery and the Play That Goes Wrong. Henry will be talking about all things theatre, mischief's tv series and laughing on stage! Li…

In the first episode of the Jammy Podcast, Jammy interviews Cosmo-chemist and finalist of the BBC 2 series "Astronauts: Do you have what it takes?" Dr Tim Gregory. Dr Tim will be talking about all things space, what he's been up to during lockdown and his passion for the guitar!Av Jammy