Hurtwood: Beyond The Hill

S2.8 Lucy Mason-Lockett: Theatre Stage Manager

Having interviewed many Hurtwood West End stars, James finds out what it is like to have a career behind the scenes in stage management. In this episode, he discusses technical theatre with Lucy Mason-Lockett, currently Deputy Stage Manager at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, working on Disney's new musical extravaganza 'Hercules'. James and Lucy discuss RADA and the productions she has worked on including '9 to 5: The Musical' at the Savoy Theatre, 'Pretty Woman' on Tour and the Secret Cinema production of 'Guardians of the Galaxy'. It's a small world for Hurtwood alumni as she has worked alongside many other ex-Hurtwood students such as Katie Buchholz (see Episode 2 Series 1) star of 'Witness for the Prosecution' and now Luke Brady (see Episode 5 Series 1) who is playing the lead role of 'Hercules'. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

S2.7 Alex Baranowski: Composer

Award winning composer and sound designer Alex Baranowski chats all things music with James Gaffney. In this episode Alex discusses the songwriting process and composing for different genres from major Netflix films and television shows to theatre productions and commercials. Known for his versatility, Alex has been nominated for a Tony Award on Broadway and has composed soundtracks for 'The Kitchen' (Film 4/Netflix) and the multi-award winning Warner Bros film 'The Windermere Children'. Most recently he scored 'Brides' which premiered at Sundance Film Festival directed by Young Vic artistic director Nadia Fall. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

S2.6 Josie Ferguson: Author and Clinical Psychologist

Josie Ferguson, best-selling author of 'The Silence In Between' returns to Hurtwood. In this episode Josie talks to James about the process of writing her novel and being shortlisted for Waterstones Debut Fiction Prize. They discuss her initial career in publishing and how training as a clinical psychologist gave her an understanding of the complexity of human nature which she now explores as a writer.  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

S2.5 Georgina Steele: Co-Founder of Maiven

How do you set up your own AI company? Our next guest, recently named on the 'Forbes 30 under 30' Europe 2025 list, has done just that, launching 'Maiven' last year securing £1.8 million from investors. In this episode, Georgina reflects on how her remarkable career has developed since studying Engineering at Cambridge University, telling James all about designing Formula 1 racing cars for McLaren and the many ways in which her new AI company helps businesses.  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

S2.4 Toby Miles: West End Star

What is it like to be a lead role in the biggest musical in the West End? James sits down with Toby Miles, who was cast as Marius in 'Les Misérables' for his West End debut. In this episode, Toby comes back to Hurtwood to discuss auditions, Drama School and the many different leading roles that he has played. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.