In The Frame: Theatre Interviews from West End Frame

Myla Carmen is playing Clove in The Hunger Games: On Stage at the Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre.

Based on the novel by Suzanne Collins and the subsequent Lionsgate film, The Hunger Games: On Stage is adapted by Conor McPherson and directed by Matthew Dunster.

Myla’s theatre credits include Evita (London Palladium), The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (West End), Jesus Christ Superstar (UK Tour), Before I’m Dead (The Glitch) and The Queen of Hearts (Greenwich Theatre). Their screen credits include The Crown and The Secret Santa Project.

In this episode, recorded during a break from rehearsals, Myla discuss joining such a physically demanding production, their love of The Hunger Games and why they’re so excited to be part of the show. We also talk about their experience performing in the iconic balcony scene in Evita at the London Palladium, representation in theatre and lots more.

The Hunger Games: On Stage is booking at the Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre until 14th February 2027. Visit www.thehungergamesonstage.com for info and tickets.

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Jordan Luke Gage is back In The Frame to talk about some very special news... his debut musical Redcliffe is transferring to the West End!

Jordan is the writer and star of Redcliffe, which is transferring to the Criterion Theatre following its sold-out premiere at Southwark Playhouse. In this very special episode, Jordan joins us to discuss the exciting news about the show’s next chapter!

With book, music and lyrics by Jordan, Redcliffe tells the true story of William Critchard and Richard Arnold, two men who fell in love in 18th-century Bristol at a time when homosexuality was criminalised. Following workshop performances at The Other Palace and Turbine Theatre, Redcliffe made its fully staged world premiere at Southwark Playhouse Borough this year, with Jordan starring as William.

Jordan’s stage credits include Marilyn in Taboo (Brixton Clubhouse), Strat in Bat Out of Hell (Dominion Theatre), Romeo in & Juliet (Manchester Opera House and Shaftesbury Theatre), JD in Heathers (Theatre Royal Haymarket), Clyde Barrow in Bonnie & Clyde (Arts Theatre and Garrick Theatre), Cal in Titaníque (Criterion Theatre) and JD in Thelma and Louise (Young Vic).

His concert credits include The Light in the Piazza (Alexandra Palace Theatre), Bat Boy and Bare (London Palladium). Jordan has also taken part in numerous workshops of new musicals. In 2022, he performed two sold-out solo shows at HERE at Outernet. On screen, Jordan has appeared in Cilla(ITV), Cucumber (Channel 4) and How Not to Disappear Completely, and starred as a series regular in Sky’s Royal Kill List.

In this episode, Jordan shares how he’s feeling about Redcliffe's West End transfer, reflects on the journey so far, gives an update on the cast album and discusses his recent run in Thelma & Louise.

You can see Redcliffe at the Criterion Theatre from January 2027. Visit www.redcliffemusical.com for more info.

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Olivier nominee Danielle Fiamanya is starring as Joanne in the West End revival of RENT.

Coinciding with the 30th anniversary of Jonathan Larson’s beloved musical, RENT is directed by Luke Sheppard with choreography by Tom Jackson Greaves.

Danielle’s theatre credits include Nettie in The Color Purple (Curve Theatre and Birmingham Hippodrome), ensemble and cover Juliet in & Juliet (Shaftesbury Theatre), ensemble and cover Elsa in Frozen (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Winnie Mandela in Mandela (Young Vic), May Boatwright in The Secret Life of Bees (Almeida Theatre) and Macbeth (Wessex Grove).

Last year, Danielle starred as Fiona MacLaren in Brigadoon at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, sharing the role with Georgina Onuorah and receiving an Olivier Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical. Her screen credits include The Crown (Netflix), Halo (Paramount) and Counsels (BBC).

Recorded in Danielle's dressing room a the Tom Stoppard Theatre, in this episode she discusses all-things RENT, including why the opportunity came along at exactly the right time, the Joanne look and what makes this show so special. Danielle also reflects on her journey from growing up in Scotland to moving to London and carving out a career in theatre, sharing some of her highlights along the way.

You can see RENT at the Tom Stoppard Theatre, currently booking until 29 May 2027. Visit www.rentthemusical.com for info and tickets.

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Melissa Errico is a Tony Award-nominated Broadway star, celebrated concert and recording artist, and writer whose career spans musical theatre and beyond.

Melissa made her professional debut as Cosette in Les Misérables on the US national tour, before making her Broadway debut in Anna Karenina. Her Broadway credits include Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady, Tracy Lord in High Society, Isabelle in Amour, Mina Murray in Dracula and Betty Haynes in White Christmas. Her performance in Amour, the only Broadway musical by legendary composer Michel Legrand, earned her a Tony Award nomination. Beyond Broadway, she has performed in Sunday in the Park with George at the Kennedy Center, Passion at Classic Stage Company and Do I Hear a Waltz? with New York City Center Encores!

Alongside her stage career, Melissa has become one of the leading interpreters of the music of Stephen Sondheim and Michel Legrand. Her acclaimed recordings include Sondheim Sublime, Sondheim in the City and Legrand Affair, which she made in collaboration with Legrand himself. Her extensive concert career has taken her around the world, and she is also an accomplished writer whose essays have appeared in The New York Times.

In this episode, Melissa reflects on her remarkable career, the composers and collaborators who have shaped her artistry, and the different ways she approaches storytelling through theatre, concerts and recordings... as well as her love for London!

For more information about Melissa, visit her website www.melissaerrico.com for more info.

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Caroline Sheen is playing Madame de Rols in Martin Guerre at the Old Vic.

Martin Guerre is written by Claude-Michel Schönberg and Alain Boublil, the creators of Les Misérables. Directed by Matthew Warchus, the Old Vic production brings the musical back to the stage.

Caroline recently played Maureen in the premiere of Pride at the Sherman Theatre in Cardiff and the National Theatre in London, and will reprise her performance at the Bridge Theatre later this year.

Caroline has had an incredible career, covering Sophie in the original cast of Mamma Mia! before going on to play countless iconic roles. Her theatre credits include Eponine and Fantine in Les Misérables (West End), Sandy in Grease (UK Tour), Truly Scrumptious in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (UK Tour), Mary Poppins in Mary Poppins (West End and US Tour), Clara in The Light in the Piazza (Curve), Lilli Vanessi/Kate in Kiss Me, Kate (Kilworth House Theatre), Violet Newstead in 9 to 5 (Savoy Theatre), Guenevere in Camelot (Watermill Theatre), Alaura/Carla in City of Angels (Donmar Warehouse), Polly in Crazy for You (Watermill Theatre), Rebecca in Rags (Lyric Theatre), and Susan Walker in Once in a Lifetime (National Theatre). Other credits include The Witches of Eastwick (original cast), Putting It Together (St James Theatre), Under Milk Wood (Watermill Theatre), Only the Brave (WMC/Soho Theatre/Birdsong), Extraordinary Women (Jermyn Street Theatre), Plaza Suite (Savoy Theatre) and Military Wives (York Theatre Royal).

On screen, Caroline has appeared in Ted Lasso, Casualty, The Way, The Mallorca Files, Doctors, The Sister Boniface Mysteries, Ghosts, Silent Witness, Pitching In, Mr Burton, Four Kids and It, Nativity Rocks and the film adaptation of Les Misérables.

In this episode, Caroline discusses starring in Martin Guerre and why the production is such a special, full-circle moment for her, having been a superfan of the musical when it first premiered. She also chats about her incredibly busy year, balancing Martin Guerre with Pride, and reflects on her career journey and the many iconic roles she has played along the way.

Martin Guerre runs at the Old Vic until 31st August. Visit www.oldvictheatre.com for info and tickets.

Pride begins performances at the Bridge Theatre on 12th November.

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