The Delfont Mackintosh Theatres Podcast

S3 E5: Debris Stevenson and Simon Evans talk Cyrano de Bergerac

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.

S3 E4: Simon Lipkin discusses the West End production of Oliver!

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.

S3 E3: Meet Hamilton stars Alex Sawyer and Jay Perry

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 [https://www.victoriapalacetheatre.co.uk/whats-on/hamilton]

S3 E2: Bryan Cranston and Marianne Jean-Baptiste talk starring in Arthur Miller’s classic play All My Sons

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.

S3 E1: Shobna Gulati and Hugh Dennis talk The Importance of Being Earnest

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.