In The Frame: Theatre Interviews from West End Frame

Natey Jones is starring as Ivan in The Harder They Come at Theatre Royal Stratford East.

Following acclaimed runs in New York and London, Natey has returned to the role for the production's second season at Stratford East. His performance as Ivan was named West End Frame's Top Performance of 2025.

Natey's theatre credits include Richard Bullock and Raymond Hill in Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Aldwych Theatre), Get Up, Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical (Lyric Theatre), Death of a Salesman (Piccadilly Theatre), Small Island (National Theatre), Rockets and Blue Lights (Royal Exchange Theatre), Doctor Faustus, Don Quixote and The Alchemist (Royal Shakespeare Company), Romeo and Juliet (International Tour) and Tomorrow (White Bear Theatre). His screen credits include Casualty, Doctors, Father Brown, Waffle the Wonder Dog and Shakespeare Live! From the RSC.

In this episode, Natey discusses returning to The Harder They Come and how his portrayal of Ivan has evolved across the show's different productions. He also reflects on the demands of the role, his journey into theatre via law school, why he doesn't consider himself a singer despite starring in major musicals, and lots more along the way.

The Harder They Come runs at Theatre Royal Stratford East until 4th July. Visit www.stratfordeast.com for info and tickets.

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Tosh Wanogho-Maud is the alternate Lola in the West End revival of Kinky Boots.

Tosh guest stars as Lola on Monday evenings at the London Coliseum, having previously played the role full-time on the European leg of the show's tour.

Prior to joining Kinky Boots, Tosh starred as The Iceberg in the West End production of Titanique (Criterion Theatre). His theatre credits also include David Ruffin in Ain't Too Proud (Prince Edward Theatre), Ben E. King and Rudy Lewis in The Drifters Girl (Garrick Theatre), Jimmy "Thunder" Early in Dreamgirls (Savoy Theatre), Pharaoh in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Toronto), Little John in Robin Hood (London Palladium), Jud Fry in Oklahoma! in Concert (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Reverend Hightower in Bat Boy in Concert (London Palladium), Buddy Foster in Side Show in Concert (London Palladium), Joe in Show Boat (Gillian Lynne Theatre), Mutumbo in The Book of Mormon (Prince of Wales Theatre), Young Simba in The Lion King (Lyceum Theatre) and Winston in Whistle Down the Wind (Aldwych Theatre).

His screen credits include Man on Phone in Still Up (Apple TV+), Suitor in Bridgerton (Shondaland/Netflix), Husband in Roadkill (BBC One), Police Officer in A Discovery of Witches (Bad Wolf) and Pip in Jingle Jangle (Netflix).

Marking his third time In The Frame, in this episode Tosh discusses returning to Kinky Boots and stepping into the heels of Lola in the West End. He talks about how he approaches the role and why it's meaningful to be embracing a different side of his identity onstage. Tosh also shares his thoughts on advocating for yourself in this industry, with lots of other reflections (and plenty of chaos!) popping up along the way.

Kinky Boots runs at the London Coliseum until 11th July, with Tosh performing as Lola every Monday.Visit www.kinkybootslondon.com for info and tickets.

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Kayna Montecillo is playing Ocean in the London production of Ride The Cyclone.

Following a record-breaking run at Southwark Playhouse last year, the cult musical is returning to London, with Kayna joining the cast as Ocean O'Connell Rosenberg.

Kayna made her professional debut as Pearl in the original cast of the London revival of Starlight Express at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. She subsequently took part in the workshop of Bliss and starred as Annabeth in the UK tour of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical.

In this episode, Kayna discusses joining Ride The Cyclone and why she's excited to be playing Ocean. She also talks about making her professional debut in Starlight Express, navigating the early stages of her career, her training and path into theatre, and lots more along the way.

Ride The Cyclone runs at Southwark Playhouse Elephant 19th June - 22nd August. Visit www.southwarkplayhouse.co.uk for info and tickets.

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Angela Marie Hurst is in her third year as the alternate Satine in the West End production of Moulin Rouge The Musical.

Angela made her West End debut as a child, when she played Young Nala in The Lion King.

Her theatre credits include: West Side Story (Salzburg), Rock Follies (Chichester Festival Theatre), Motown The Musical (Shaftesbury Theatre) and Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Aldwych Theatre). In an incredible full-circle moment, Angela returned to The Lion King in the West End as an adult and understudied the role of Adult Nala.

In this episode, Angela discusses what it's like to play Satine and why she loves being part of Moulin Rouge. She also talks about her path into theatre, going from Young Nala to Adult Nala, growing her confidence in singing and lots more.

Moulin Rouge runs at the Piccadilly Theatre.

Follow Angela on Instagram: @angemariehurst

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Ryan Carter is coming to the end of his run as The Iceberg in the West End production of Titaníque at the Criterion Theatre.

Ryan is a multi-faceted performer and creative. Prior to his run in Titaníque, Ryan starred as Jagwire in Bat Out Of Hell in the West End and on tour.

His other theatre credits include: Motown The Musical (Shaftesbury Theatre), Choir Of Man (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), The Boyfriend (Menier Chocolate Factory) and The World Goes Round (Barn Theatre). Most recently, Ryan played Smokey Robinson and covered Eddie Kendricks in the West End production of Ain’t Too Proud (Prince Edward Theatre).

As the Creative Producer of RyCa Productions, Ryan produced the acclaimed Refresh concerts, as well as a series of shows at Jack Solomons. Ryan was one of the Creative Directors for Turn Up London and was Creative Director of Digital Projects for The Barn Theatre, where he made the interactive concert The Secret Society of Leading Ladies and worked on Now Or Never by Matthew Harvey. He was the Casting Director for The Wiz at the Hope Mill Theatre and has also worked with Urdang. Ryan also does graphic design and creates and manages social media content for productions within the theatre industry, including the UK premiere of Ride The Cyclone and the reunion concert of Spring Awakening.

In this episode, Ryan discusses landing his role in Titaníque and the impact of Bat Out Of Hell. He also delves into his work as a creative, explains why it is important for him to stand up for what he believes in and reflects on his path into theatre.

Ryan plays The Iceberg in Titaníque at the Criterion Theatre until 7th June 2026. Follow him on Instagram: @ryanjesse95

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