Episodes
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Kirsty Anne Shaw
Good things come to those who wait… The post Kirsty Anne Shaw appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Jack Sheehan
Designer, dresser and magician! It’s Jack Sheehan. The post Jack Sheehan appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Steve McMahon
Writer, actor and prolific audience member, Steve McMahon returns to the pod! The post Steve McMahon appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Ciara Flynn
The triumphant return of Ciara Flynn! The post Ciara Flynn appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Joe Atkinson
A musical theatre kid with an unending passion for the form, it’s Joe Atkinson! The post Joe Atkinson appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Kari Hall
Playwright, former actor, and chef Kari Hall. Their play, “hame. teeth. CLUB.” is a love letter to their younger self and the working class Scottish club scene they grew up in. It’s a hilarious, dark, and deeply personal story about class, identity, and finding your way. The post Kari Hall…
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Hiftu Quasem
“I’m Scottish, yes, I’m Bangladeshi. I was born in London. I’m proud of all aspects of my identity, but I’m also so much more than just that.” Hiftu Quasem talks to Brian about identity, representation and the pressure actors can sometimes feel to explain or represent an entire culture, religion…
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Steve Lauder-Russell
“Very rarely does my original idea or concept end up being what’s on stage, it’s a negotiation, a collaborative experience. That’s when the magic happens.” Steve Lauder-Russell has choreographed pantos, directed youth theatre productions, and worked as a movement director on everything from...
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Down the Line
Cole and Brian do the Glasgow to London catch-up! The post Down the Line appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Stephen Matthews
“I started at a drama school in London. I left after four days.” Stephen Matthews has been a jobbing actor for over 30 years, but he’s never forgotten who’s in the seats. We talk about the trap of long running shows, how easy it is to slip into autopilot when you’ve done 500 performances and how…
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Yana Harris
Yana Harris spoke to Brian about her West End debut in Trainspotting: The Musical. She learned firsthand how quickly things shift in commercial theatre from having her main song cut hours before the first preview to finding out the national tour was cancelled mid-run. They talk about handling...
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Tyler Collins
Actor Tyler Collins soundproofed his home studio with leftover meal kit packaging stuck to acoustic foam, a trick he found completely by accident. We sat down with the Alaska-raised, Glasgow-trained actor (you’ll know him from panto stages across Scotland, plus voice work in Eiyuden Chronicle and...
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Izzie Rush
Izzie Rush grew up performing in professional child choirs before finding her true home in technical theatre at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. We chat about her transition from performer to Head of Sound, the balance between technical precision and invisible artistic mixing on major…
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The Reason and the Topic
Brian reflects on his first ever sick days and how it impacts his spreadsheet… The post The Reason and the Topic appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Jo Freer
Jo Freer joins Cole Stewart to talk about two decades in Scottish theatre, becoming "the Dormouse" after a memorable Tron panto role, and her unexpected move into BBC storylining — training at EastEnders before working on River City until the show ended. A candid conversation about panto…
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Ben van Tienen
A musical director at the top of their game, all the way from Tasmania! It’s BVT! The post Ben van Tienen appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Baker Mukasa
Theatre, travel, spirituality – all that and more with the wonderful Baker Mukasa! The post Baker Mukasa appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Fred Gray
An old friend we only just met – it’s the inspirational Fred Gray! The post Fred Gray appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Anya Ferdinand
A dancer, a creator, a twin – the amazing Anya! The post Anya Ferdinand appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Creative Space
It’s a meandering episode today – better late than never! The post Creative Space appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Peter Forbes
The nicest man in showbusiness returns to the pod for a third time! You don’t want to miss this one… The post Peter Forbes appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Ros Watt
The actor and writer returns to the show before the fringe run of his show, “Trans People Are Awful”. The post Ros Watt appeared first on Putting it Together.
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A wee catchup
Cole and Brian connect down the line to chat theatre, decorating and stagey childhoods… The post A wee catchup appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Lois Craig
We chat to super swing and Oliver! asst. dance captain, the amazing Lois Craig! The post Lois Craig appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Katie Slater
Emerging director Katie Slater joins Cole for a gorgeous Glasgow chat! The post Katie Slater appeared first on Putting it Together.
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100 Shows at Cabaret!
Brian celebrates hitting his first significant milestone at Cabaret in the West End. The post 100 Shows at Cabaret! appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Tom Scanlon
A theatre person and an internet personality rolled into one – Tom Scanlon pops into the studio for a chat! The post Tom Scanlon appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Jennifer Neil
Top-class vocalist, mainstay of the Pavilion Panto and a true podcast pal – Jen Neil chats work and life with Cole! The post Jennifer Neil appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Sally Swanson
From Cabaret to War Horse and everything in between – Brian chats to the ebullient Sally Swanson! The post Sally Swanson appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Stephanie MacGaraidh
Cole chats to the actor and writer whose solo shows opens next week at A Play, a Pie and a Pint! The post Stephanie MacGaraidh appeared first on Putting it Together.
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The Swift Course of Time
Brian returns to muse on the nature of the long-running show and remembers his school “work experience” project from 25 years ago. The post The Swift Course of Time appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Rosie Graham II
Rosie Graham returns to the pod, this time speaking to our new co-host, Cole! The post Rosie Graham II appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Hello from Cole!
A quick word from our new co-host. The post Hello from Cole! appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Matt Willis
The Busted star sits down with Brian to talk Cabaret Emcee, addiction and recovery, and much more! The post Matt Willis appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Robert Hands
Our resident Herr Shultz shares a little slice of his life and career! The post Robert Hands appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Kayla Lomas-Kirton
A dancer, choreographer and movement director with a beautiful approach to work! The post Kayla Lomas-Kirton appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Tunnel Visions
A meander through daily routine, art, capitalism and having £10,000,000… The post Tunnel Visions appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Shanelle Clemenson
A dancer and choreographer with a unique story and an inspirational take on life! The post Shanelle Clemenson appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Adam Linstead
A long-standing cast member of Phantom of the Opera with a string of amazing West End credits, it’s the gorgeous Adam Linstead! The post Adam Linstead appeared first on Putting it Together.
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To Be a Clown
Brian reflects on how he was unwittingly prepared for Cabaret by his theatre training… The post To Be a Clown appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Where are the Grown-Ups?
Brian enters the tech process for Cabaret and tries his best to practice self-compassion… The post Where are the Grown-Ups? appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Have a Word
At the halfway point of rehearsals for the Cabaret prologue in the West End, Brian realises it’s time to have a word with himself… The post Have a Word appeared first on Putting it Together.
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The Conjuring
Rehearsals are underway for the new prologue company of Cabaret and Brian shares his thoughts on the process so far… The post The Conjuring appeared first on Putting it Together.
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The Journey
Join Brian on the road as he moves to London! The post The Journey appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Gregor John-Owen
A young actor musician with a zeal for performing and a unique story! The post Gregor John-Owen appeared first on Putting it Together.
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2026 New Year Special!
Cole and Brian take a look back at 2025 and a look forward into 2026! The post 2026 New Year Special! appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Erin Carter
Writer, director, actor and, it’s fair to say, raconteur – Erin Carter joins us for this Christmas Special… The post Erin Carter appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Fraser Lappin
The man who took his childhood puppet shows and made them a reality, it’s set and costume designer Fraser Lappin! The post Fraser Lappin appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Gary Cameron
Sound designer and composer Gary stops by for an inspiring and down-to-earth chat with lots of laughs! The post Gary Cameron appeared first on Putting it Together.
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Caitlin Forbes
An actor muso who’s a true quadruple threat, Caitlin leaves behind the tour bus for an afternoon to come into the studio for a chat! The post Caitlin Forbes appeared first on Putting it Together.
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