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A podcast about all things theatre related, hosted by two friends who would much rather be sitting in a theatre than at home right now!
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Season 2, Episode 8: A ramble about Mischief Movie Night and other things
After a small break, this week's episode originates as a discussion about Mischief Movie Night, and devolves from there!
If you'd like to listen to the songs mentioned in both this and previous episodes, you can find our 'Act One Beginners Call Playlist' on Spotify! -
Season 2, Episode 7: Annie (2014)
In this weeks episode, Gigi and Olivia endure the movie that is Annie (2014) and share their (rather negative) opinions on the reimagining of a classic movie musical. Unimpressed, they talk about problems and issues they found whilst watching the film together, finishing with a discussion about a live streamed piece of theatre they watched as well.
In this weeks episode, Olivia was without her usual microphone so apologies for the sound discrepancies!
If you'd like to hear the songs mentioned in this and previous episodes, you can find our Spotify playlist: Act One Beginners Call Playlist
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Season 2, Episode 6: Just a Casual Chat
In this weeks episode, Gigi and Olivia decide to take things easy and just have a casual chat with minimal planning. This sparks conversations about favourite movie musicals, what they expect theatre to look like post-Covid, and how to play Gigi like a Hurdy Gurdy.
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Season 2, Episode 5: Drama Schools and University
In this weeks episode, Gigi and Olivia decide to have a discussion about what their experiences at Uni and Drama School have been like, ranging from the application/audition processes to what experiences and societies they've been apart of. As well as this, there is also the usual bout of tangents and theatre discussions.
If you would like to keep up to date with the show, follow our Instagram: @Act1BeginnersCall
You can also listen to our playlist on Spotify: Act One Beginners Call Playlist -
Season 2, Episode 4: LGBTQ Representation in Theatre
In a first for the podcast, Gigi and Olivia welcome their first guest - Hannah! The trio discuss LGBTQ focused theatre as well as representation in theatre. In an episode that spans from plays focused on AIDs to whether or not Olivia has seen Bare the musical, listen to debates over casting and the depictions of religion as part of LGBTQ identity on stage.
If you want to hear all the songs mentioned, plus any other songs featured previously, you can follow our Spotify playlist at: Act One Beginners Call Playlist (spotify:playlist:6wyWYxFw3vKOtiHKRmjBoW)
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Season 2, Episode 3: The Prom Film
In this episode Gigi and Olivia discuss their thoughts after watching the recent movie adaptation of The Prom Musical on Netflix. Discussing opinions on the story, directing, music and even the casting of Golden Globe nominee James Cordon.
If you want to listen to the musicals mentioned on this podcast, you can listen to our Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6wyWYxFw3vKOtiHKRmjBoW?si=aTGnFhbkT7S8HmBt7alwYw
Make sure you are following our Instagram for updates on the podcast: @Act1BeginnersCall