Mayflower Spotlights Podcast

Ep #7 - Matilda The Musical special!

Join presenter Zoe Hanson as she chats to Rebecca Thornhill and Ryan Lay about performing in Tim Minchin's musical world, Matilda The Musical! Natalie from St Marks C of E Primary School also sits down with Zoe to chat about The Royal Shakespeare Company's 'Change My Story' scheme and what impact this has on her pupils.

Ep #6 - Petra & Lou - Oliviers, Tour Life & BTS Stories

This time, we chat to Petra Joan-Athene from Olivier Award-nominated The Boy at the Back of the Class, which has recently performed at Mayflower Studios. Petra is also a recipient of Mayflower’s Higher Education Grant in 2023. Lou Cobbold, our very own Production & Stores Supervisor at Mayflower talks to Zoe Hanson about her role within the organisation and experiences within the industry.

Ep #5 - From Monarchs to Mayflower: SIX & Michael Ockwell

This time, we chat with two of the touring queens from SIX the Musical! They chat about all things ‘Herstory’ and their return to Mayflower Theatre in October 2026. Mayflower’s Chief Executive Michael Ockwell talks about what is coming to our venues, and why theatre is so important in the region. Will your favourite show be coming to Mayflower?

Ep #4 - Max Fulham (and Gordon the Monkey!) & New Rehearsal Development at Mayflower

This time, Max Fulham (and Gordon!) join us fresh from their panto run, and Mayflower’s Chief Operating Officer, Matt Goode informs us of Mayflower Theatre’s new building development.

Ep #3 - Steps, Festive Fun, plus Theatre in Education

It's time to shine the spotlights on Claire Richards and Faye Tozer, talking all things HERE & NOW: The Steps Musical. We also step into the festive magic with Counting Down to Christmas Director, Sarah Shephard. From Oasis Academy Lordshill, Gabby Holloway discusses the importance of theatre in education.