The Delfont Mackintosh Theatres Podcast

S3 E7: To Kill a Mockingbird with actor Richard Coyle

Richard Coyle is a distinguished actor known for his versatile performances across stage, television and film. He had his breakout role as the socially awkward Jeff Murdock in the 2000-2004 BBC sitcom Coupling.   In this episode of the DMT podcast, he discusses his role as Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird, and how the show explores themes of justice, empathy and moral integrity. The conversation highlights the play's relevance today and the importance of teaching moral values through theatre.  To see this production of To Kill a Mockingbird, click the link below to buy tickets. https://www.wyndhamstheatre.co.uk/whats-on/to-kill-a-mockingbird [https://www.wyndhamstheatre.co.uk/whats-on/to-kill-a-mockingbird]

S3 E6: Kirsty Lamb on WHAM

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.

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]