The Delfont Mackintosh Theatres Podcast

Your chance to get a behind-the-scenes peek into the magical world of wigs, hair, and makeup – or WHAM as it’s known in the trade – in the latest DMT podcast. We chat with the talented Kirsty Lamb, who holds the demanding role of WHAM Manager for Cameron Mackintosh Ltd, and who is Wigs Supervisor for the iconic production of Les Misérables. Find out what it takes to manage the intricate details of theatrical aesthetics night after night and discover the secrets behind some of the West End's most famous looks.

Don't miss the latest DMT episode! We sat down for an in-depth conversation with director Simon Evans and co-adapter Debris Stevenson about their acclaimed production of Edmond Rostand’s Cyrano de Bergerac.The show, a major hit, moved to the West End after a sold-out run for the Royal Shakespeare Company at The Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon.Tune in to hear this creative duo share their unique perspective on bringing one of theatre's most beloved tragic romances to the stage.

The latest episode of the Delfont Mackintosh Theatres podcast features a discussion with Simon Lipkin, currently starring as Fagin in the 2025-2026 West End revival of Lionel Bart’s iconic musical Oliver!  This critically acclaimed new production, staged at London’s Gielgud Theatre, is directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne. It received a five-star review from the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday, making it a must-see for musical theatre fans.Lipkin shares the stage with a talented cast, including Ava Brennan (known for Hamilton and Les Misérables) as Nancy, Aaron Sidwell (Henry VI, Wicked) as Bill Sikes, and Aaron MacGregor as the Artful Dodger.

The latest Delfont Mackintosh Theatre podcast takes us  behind-the-scenes of the international hit musical, Hamilton.In this episode, we are lucky enough to have an exclusive chat with two stars of the West End production – Alex Sawyer, who plays US Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, and Jay Perry, who takes on the role of Hamilton’s bitter rival and eventual killer, Aaron Burr.Lin-Manuel Miranda’s groundbreaking musical tells the compelling story of Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who rose to become the first US Secretary of the Treasury. He served as George Washington's aide-de-camp during the American Revolutionary War and was instrumental in shaping the foundation of modern America.If this episode sparks your interest in seeing the show, click the link below to buy tickets!https://www.victoriapalacetheatre.co.uk/whats-on/hamilton

For Series 3 episode 2 of the Delfont Mackintosh podcast, we spoke to two of Hollywood's biggest names  Bryan Cranston and Marianne Jean-Baptiste. Emmy and Tony award-winning actor Cranston is best known for TV shows Breaking Bad and Malcolm in the Middle, while his co-star, Oscar-  Bafta- -and Golden Globe-nominated actor Jean-Baptiste, is acclaimed for her portrayal of Vivian Johnson in the TV series Without a Trace (2002–2009), and for her role in the Mike Leigh film Secrets & Lies. All My Sons centres on Joe Keller, played by Cranston, and his wife, Kate, played by Jean-Baptiste. Joe is a self-made businessman whose wartime profits came at a terrible cost: selling defective aircraft engines. This deceit led to the deaths of multiple pilots, including his own son, Larry. The action unfolds years later as the full truth of Joe's transgression comes to light.

Get ready for a star-studded start to Series 3 of the Delfont Mackintosh podcast. For our highly anticipated first episode, we are thrilled to welcome two big names of British stage and screen – Shobna Gulati and Hugh Dennis.Shobna, best known for her role as Sunita in Coronation Street, and Hugh, star of Outnumbered and Mock the Week,  currently star alongside each other in a critically acclaimed production of Oscar Wilde's timeless comedic masterpiece, The Importance of Being Earnest. We sit down with them to delve into their experiences of bringing this classic play to life, discussing everything from their interpretations of Wilde’s iconic characters to joys of performing such beloved material on stage.Tune in to hear exclusive insights into their careers, their collaborative chemistry, and what makes The Importance of Being Earnest a play that continues to resonate with modern audiences. This episode promises to be a fascinating conversation.

To conclude the second series of the DMT Insider podcast, we have a special episode celebrating 40 years of Les Misérables.Our guests include Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Killian Donnelly and Bradley Jaden talking about the musical's enduring popularity.They reflect on the show's global impact – sharing anecdotes from its performances worldwide – and on its influence on audiences and actors alike.Listen now, and be sure to get your tickets to see Les Misérables at the Sondheim Theatre at: ⁠www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk/whats-on/les-miserables⁠The DMT Insider podcast is produced by cabbells.co.uk

We caught up with the award-winning producer Jack Maple about his early career, past ventures, and his newest project, The Hunchback of Notre Dame.

Our latest episode of the DMT insider podcast sees host Billy Differ interview playwright Liz Duffy Adams - the award winning playwright behind Born with Teeth starring Ncuti Gatwa and Edward Bluemel.

We sat down with Mischief’s Adele James and Dave Hearn to find out more about the challenges of performing laugh-out-loud, perfectly-timed slapstick comedy in their hilarious 1960s CIA and KGB escapade, The Comedy About Spies.

We were lucky to spend time with Jamaal Fields-Green, who plays MJ in MJ the musical. He talks dedication, family and what it takes to be at the top of your game!

In this special episode of the DMT podcast, we give you behind the scenes access to not one, two, but FOUR guests.We catch up with Bernadette Peters, Bonnie Langford, Beth Leavel with producer Sir Cameron Mackintosh in New York about 'Old Friends' taking Broadway by storm!www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk

In our latest episode, we hear from writer and director Sean Foley about Dr. Strangelove, an explosively funny satire of mutually assured destruction which will leave a whole new generation of audiences laughing and afraid.Dr. Strangelove is on at the Noel Coward theatre. To buy tickets and find out more, visit: www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk/whats-on/dr-strangelove

We're back with a brand new series and we're launching with an exclusive interview with Lez Brotherston OBE, the Tony and Olivier winning set designer behind the latest West End production of Oliver! Join us as we get an insight into what it takes to really bring a show to life. 

We caught up with Olivier and Grammy Award nominated Caissie Levy, who is appearing alongside a stellar cast in Next to Normal at Wyndham's Theatre, to find out more about her emotional portrayal of Diana.Get your tickets at www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk

In our latest episode, we take you behind the curtain with Chris Boone, Technical Director UK at Cameron Mackintosh Ltd. With decades of experience in the theatre industry, Chris shares his journey, insights and the technical wizardry that brings some of the world’s most beloved productions to life.https://www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk/podcast

In our latest episode we have two heavyweights of the theatre world – actor Sir Ian McKellen and director Robert Icke. They speak with about their production of 'Player Kings' which is currently on tour until the end of July 2024.To book tickets and to find out more, visit ⁠www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk

In our latest episode we chat with producer Lia Vollack, who brings MJ the Musical to the Prince Edward Theatre in the West End.We also learn more about the role of a producer and how they link into big Broadway and West End productions.To book tickets and to find out more, visit ⁠www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk

In our fourth episode, New York Times theatre critic Matt Wolf interviews Hollywood and West End star Brian Cox and director Jeremy Herrin about their new West End show, Long Day’s Journey Into Night. To book tickets and to find out more, visit www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk

In the third episode of the Delfont Mackintosh Theatres podcast, we gain exclusive insights from Sheridan Smith as she was travelling between TV appearances, to discuss the upcoming West End production of Opening Night. www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk/

In this, the second in the series, we hear the two winners of the ITV reality singing competition sharing their path to fame, their nervous moments, family ties and how important karaoke is!

In Episode 1 we hear Cameron Mackintosh in conversation with the legendary stars of Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends, Lea Salonga and Bernadette Peters.