Theatre Audience Podcast

Author: Natalie Maher & Darren Murphy

Step into the captivating world of live performance with the Theatre Audience Podcast! Hosted by the dynamic duo, Natalie and Darren and special guests. This ongoing series promises to whisk you away into the heart of the theatre scene.Every Thursday afternoon, we bring you insights into the latest shows, buzz-worthy theatre news, and exclusive interviews with industry insiders. It's your backstage pass to the drama, the laughter, and the sheer magic of the stage.Join us on this exhilarating theatrical journey where the curtains never close on excitement. Tune in, stay ahead of the curve, and let your love for theatre shine bright! Don't miss out... Subscribe now for a front-row seat to the most thrilling episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jesse Jones on Leading Royal & Derngate
Episode 13
Thursday, 12 March, 2026

Our guest this week is director and theatre-maker Jesse Jones, Artistic Director of Royal & Derngate, who joins Darren to talk about bold programming, new writing, and why theatre should never be afraid of dividing opinion.Jesse’s career spans devised theatre, new writing, large-scale adaptations and West End hits. He co-founded the award-winning The Wardrobe Ensemble and previously served as Associate Artistic Director at Paines Plough.In this episode we discuss leading a regional producing theatre, protecting risk in new writing, and his latest production Top Gs Like Me by Samson Hawkins, a provocative new play exploring masculinity, identity and online culture.A thoughtful conversation about bold programming, new voices, and why theatre that divides opinion can sometimes be the most exciting kind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.