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This week on the Showtime Podcast, we dive deep into the vibrant world of De La Salle College's latest production, *Little Shop of Horrors*. Join us as we chat with key cast members Fred Kennedy, who plays Seymour, and Mary Duggan as Audrey, as they share their experiences preparing for this iconic show. Fred opens up about stepping into his first lead role and the excitement—and challenges—of managing the complex vocal range required. Mary discusses her joy over landing the role of the ditzy blonde, highlighting the standout songs that bring the character to life. We also catch up with a trio of young performers, Billy, Luke, and Naoise, none of whom are part of stage schools, and they share their thoughts on the sense of community fostered through their school production. As they prepare for opening night, we also hear from Jennifer White the choreographer and producer. We hear about the important roles each person plays in making the show come together seamlessly. From the producers to the backstage crew, their hard work and dedication shine through every rehearsal. Enjoy this behind-the-scenes look at *Little Shop of Horrors*! Remember to grab your tickets online at gr8events.ie and support local theatre. You can also listen back for all this and more on this week's episode on www.wlrfm.com Showtime is proudly sponsored by Worldwide Wines.
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Showtime - 003 - February 23rd 2025 - Pat McEvoy and the Green Rooms
This weeks Showtime Podcast focusses on the only game in town in the arts world in Waterford at the moment.Pat McEvoy dropped into studio to give us an update on some of the shows in Waterford over the last month. He also discussed the highly anticipated Green Room awards.Pats reviews include*Soul Dance Arts who presented Grease and a variety show in Act 2. This took place in Theatre Royal, late January.*The David Hennessy Stage School presented Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. This took place in Garter Lane in Late January / Early February. *The Sorry Miscellany was presented by BrokenCrow Theatre group. This again took place in Garter Lane in Late January / Early February*The Portlaw Panto lit up the Premier Hall in Portlaw in early February. This is their 43rd production.*Eugene Broderick is doing another highly successful season of talks in the Garden Room of the Medieval Museum.*Six was the choice of TheatreBox Stage School and that took to the stage in mid February in Garter Lane.After the reviews Pat discusses the Green Room Awards. We chat about why they are so important to the arts community in Waterford. Pat also discussed the Lifetime Achievement Award and the Peoples Choice award. Both of these awards are hugely significant. One is decided by the public of Waterford. The other is a recognition of a lifetimes dedication to the arts in Waterford.For more on Showtime and all our other shows click on www.wlrfm.com
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Showtime - 002 - February 16th 2025 - 10th Anniversary and saving 'Far Far Away...'
This weeks Showtime Podcast has two great features for you. Waterford Musical Society will take to the stage this year for their 10th anniversary celebration. This time though it is not a show. It is a concert. Olga Green and Seneiva Magill discuss reality of life in Musical Societies. There is plenty of highs. There is also more than a fair share of lows to go with the highs. From the heights of award winning shows to the lows of losing money - the ladies tell all.Shrek is going to arrive out to Ballyduff and save Far Far Away this week. Helen Millea director along with four of her cast paid a visit. Meibhin Connolly plays Fiona. Bobby Reid plays Shrek. Rory Larkin plays Donkey. Archie Burke plays Prince Fancy Pants. Ballyduff Youth Drama is going from strength to strength. Helen and the gang tell us all about it.
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Showtime - 001 - February 9th 2025 - Six, SETU and Sondheim
This weeks Showtime Podcast has three great features for you.Six takes to the stage in Garter Lane Theatre this week. TheatreBox and a cast of 50 are bringing it to the Waterford Stage. Four of the six Queens and director Paula Weldon join to tell all about the production.The Sondheim Festival has reached its third year. This year the headline concert is by the wonderful Rachel Tucker. Rachel is a star of both Broadway and the West End. Festival Director Christine Scarry joined me to tell me all about the festival and the special concert next Sunday night.SETU has broken the mould and moved its concerts to Spring and Autumn. Their first Spring concert for the Music School takes place this Wednesday in the College Chapel. Conductor and Lecturer Steven Mackey joined me to tell all about the concert.Don't forget to check out www.wlrfm.com for the full playback of Showtime and all of WLR's shows on the listen back section. You can catch all the music there as well as the features.
Join Wayne Brown each Sunday for Showtime - the very best of music from the world of musicals and stage. Wayne brings his wealth of knowledge and experience of theatre to the radio waves and chats to people involved in the industry.
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