In this episode, we’re buzzing with excitement as we count down to our upcoming trip to New York City for the Broadway Teachers Workshop – less than five weeks to go! We chat about what this opportunity means for us as theatre-makers, and what we’re hoping to bring back to our Stage 8 community.

We also dive into what it really means to be a director – the chaos, the creativity, and the caffeine – and things get hilariously unhinged with a round of Theatre Would You Rather? (Would you rather forget all your lines or fall off the stage? Yeah… it gets messy.)

Grab a cuppa and come hang out for some laughs, some insight, and a whole lot of Broadway buzz.

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In this episode, we’re joined by the one and only Marcus – student, student helper, and budding tech theatre legend! From learning lines to laying cables, Marcus gives us the inside scoop on what it’s like juggling classes, helping younger students, and stepping into the exciting (and sometimes chaotic) world of tech theatre. We chat about favourite moments, behind-the-scenes mishaps, and what it takes to run the show when the spotlight’s not on you. It’s honest, funny, and full of heart – just like Marcus himself.

🎧 Tune in for laughs, insight, and a whole lotta Stage 8 spirit!

In this week’s episode, we’re catching up, cracking up, and fully embracing the chaos. Join us for a laugh-filled session as we dive into some improv games that definitely go off-script and hear all about Jay’s truly iconic travel mishaps!

Expect embarrassing stories, unpredictable games, and the kind of backstage banter you only get at Stage 8. Buckle up – it’s going to be a turbulent (but hilarious) ride!

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In this week’s episode of The Stage 8 Podcast, we’re lifting the curtain and heading backstage for a chat with our brilliant Technical Director, Cath! From lighting plots and sound desks to building sets and keeping everything running smoothly, Cath is the powerhouse who makes the magic happen behind the scenes. We talk all things tech, her journey with Stage 8, and the essential (and often chaotic!) role she plays in every production. It’s one for the theatre nerds and curious minds alike!

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This week, we welcomed the brilliant CANDO into the theatre as they record a special version of 'ROOM WHERE IT HAPPENED' from Hamilton for their upcoming Dance Days performance, we talk through the choatic and hilarious recording session we had!

Oh, and somewhere along the way… we accidentally became a travel podcast. Expect tangents, holiday dreams, and the usual Stage 8 chaos. It’s a packed episode full of music, laughs, and more than a few detours!

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It’s all fun and games… until someone sings the wrong lyric! In this episode of The Stage 8 Podcast, we’re keeping it light, chaotic, and very musical. Join us for a catchup full of theatre gossip, belly laughs, and a few totally unhinged games that may or may not end in dramatic harmonies and questionable accents. Grab a brew and get ready to play along!

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The Between the Shows Show: Are We A Cult?!?!

In this special in-betweeny episode recorded on stage at the Gwyn Hall between the matinee and evening on the last day of little shop, we’re answering the big questions—like are we accidentally running a theatre cult?

Join us for a hilarious and slightly chaotic catch-up as we chat all things Stage 8 between productions, reflect on the madness of Little Shop, peek ahead to Elf, and share some behind-the-scenes gossip, giggles, and questionable leadership tactics. Spoiler alert: there may be robes. Probably not. Definitely not. Or… maybe?

This week, we're diving headfirst into the weird and wonderful world of theatre superstitions! From banning the “M-word” to ghost lights and broken legs, we’re exploring the stories, origins, and chaos behind the stage’s most iconic taboos. Plus, we share some of our own backstage rituals (and mishaps). Whether you're a seasoned stagey or just curious, this episode is a spooky-good time.