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New Books NetworkGlenn Richardson, "WOLSEY" (Routledge, 2020)Through a thematic and broadly chronological approach, WOLSEY (Routledge, 2020) offers a fascinating insight into the life and legacy of a man who was responsible for building Henry VIII’s reputation as England’s most impressive king.
The book reviews Thomas Wolsey’s record as the realm’s leading Churchman, Lord Chancellor and political patron and thereby demonstrates how and why Wolsey became central to Henry’s government for 20 years. By analysing Wolsey’s role in key events such as the Field of Cloth of Gold, the study highlights how significant Wolsey was in directing and conducting England’s foreign relation...2025-07-2846 min
New Books in British StudiesGlenn Richardson, "WOLSEY" (Routledge, 2020)Through a thematic and broadly chronological approach, WOLSEY (Routledge, 2020) offers a fascinating insight into the life and legacy of a man who was responsible for building Henry VIII’s reputation as England’s most impressive king.
The book reviews Thomas Wolsey’s record as the realm’s leading Churchman, Lord Chancellor and political patron and thereby demonstrates how and why Wolsey became central to Henry’s government for 20 years. By analysing Wolsey’s role in key events such as the Field of Cloth of Gold, the study highlights how significant Wolsey was in directing and conducting England’s foreign relation...2025-07-2846 min
Cardinal Wolsey14 - Cardinal Wolsey by Mandell CreightonThis podcast dives deep into the life of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (1473-1530), the Lord Chancellor who met his downfall when he couldnt secure King Henry VIIIs marriage annulment to Catherine of Aragon. Noted British historian, Mandell Creighton, paints Wolsey as a figure condemned by Tudor historians as the minion of the Pope, and the upholder of a foreign despotism. However, an abundance of documents unveiled in the 19th century related to Henry VIIIs reign allowed for a more accurate portrayal of Wolseys ambitious plans and his ingrained patriotism. Through his diligent diplomacy and strategic alliances, Creighton asserts that at a...2025-07-2523 minCardinal Wolsey13 - Cardinal Wolsey by Mandell CreightonThis podcast dives deep into the life of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (1473-1530), the Lord Chancellor who met his downfall when he couldnt secure King Henry VIIIs marriage annulment to Catherine of Aragon. Noted British historian, Mandell Creighton, paints Wolsey as a figure condemned by Tudor historians as the minion of the Pope, and the upholder of a foreign despotism. However, an abundance of documents unveiled in the 19th century related to Henry VIIIs reign allowed for a more accurate portrayal of Wolseys ambitious plans and his ingrained patriotism. Through his diligent diplomacy and strategic alliances, Creighton asserts that at a...2025-07-2528 minCardinal Wolsey12 - Cardinal Wolsey by Mandell CreightonThis podcast dives deep into the life of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (1473-1530), the Lord Chancellor who met his downfall when he couldnt secure King Henry VIIIs marriage annulment to Catherine of Aragon. Noted British historian, Mandell Creighton, paints Wolsey as a figure condemned by Tudor historians as the minion of the Pope, and the upholder of a foreign despotism. However, an abundance of documents unveiled in the 19th century related to Henry VIIIs reign allowed for a more accurate portrayal of Wolseys ambitious plans and his ingrained patriotism. Through his diligent diplomacy and strategic alliances, Creighton asserts that at a...2025-07-2527 minCardinal Wolsey11 - Cardinal Wolsey by Mandell CreightonThis podcast dives deep into the life of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (1473-1530), the Lord Chancellor who met his downfall when he couldnt secure King Henry VIIIs marriage annulment to Catherine of Aragon. Noted British historian, Mandell Creighton, paints Wolsey as a figure condemned by Tudor historians as the minion of the Pope, and the upholder of a foreign despotism. However, an abundance of documents unveiled in the 19th century related to Henry VIIIs reign allowed for a more accurate portrayal of Wolseys ambitious plans and his ingrained patriotism. Through his diligent diplomacy and strategic alliances, Creighton asserts that at a...2025-07-2529 minCardinal Wolsey10 - Cardinal Wolsey by Mandell CreightonThis podcast dives deep into the life of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (1473-1530), the Lord Chancellor who met his downfall when he couldnt secure King Henry VIIIs marriage annulment to Catherine of Aragon. Noted British historian, Mandell Creighton, paints Wolsey as a figure condemned by Tudor historians as the minion of the Pope, and the upholder of a foreign despotism. However, an abundance of documents unveiled in the 19th century related to Henry VIIIs reign allowed for a more accurate portrayal of Wolseys ambitious plans and his ingrained patriotism. Through his diligent diplomacy and strategic alliances, Creighton asserts that at a...2025-07-2539 minCardinal Wolsey09 - Cardinal Wolsey by Mandell CreightonThis podcast dives deep into the life of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (1473-1530), the Lord Chancellor who met his downfall when he couldnt secure King Henry VIIIs marriage annulment to Catherine of Aragon. Noted British historian, Mandell Creighton, paints Wolsey as a figure condemned by Tudor historians as the minion of the Pope, and the upholder of a foreign despotism. However, an abundance of documents unveiled in the 19th century related to Henry VIIIs reign allowed for a more accurate portrayal of Wolseys ambitious plans and his ingrained patriotism. Through his diligent diplomacy and strategic alliances, Creighton asserts that at a...2025-07-2527 minCardinal Wolsey08 - Cardinal Wolsey by Mandell CreightonThis podcast dives deep into the life of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (1473-1530), the Lord Chancellor who met his downfall when he couldnt secure King Henry VIIIs marriage annulment to Catherine of Aragon. Noted British historian, Mandell Creighton, paints Wolsey as a figure condemned by Tudor historians as the minion of the Pope, and the upholder of a foreign despotism. However, an abundance of documents unveiled in the 19th century related to Henry VIIIs reign allowed for a more accurate portrayal of Wolseys ambitious plans and his ingrained patriotism. Through his diligent diplomacy and strategic alliances, Creighton asserts that at a...2025-07-2528 minCardinal Wolsey07 - Cardinal Wolsey by Mandell CreightonThis podcast dives deep into the life of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (1473-1530), the Lord Chancellor who met his downfall when he couldnt secure King Henry VIIIs marriage annulment to Catherine of Aragon. Noted British historian, Mandell Creighton, paints Wolsey as a figure condemned by Tudor historians as the minion of the Pope, and the upholder of a foreign despotism. However, an abundance of documents unveiled in the 19th century related to Henry VIIIs reign allowed for a more accurate portrayal of Wolseys ambitious plans and his ingrained patriotism. Through his diligent diplomacy and strategic alliances, Creighton asserts that at a...2025-07-2545 minCardinal Wolsey06 - Cardinal Wolsey by Mandell CreightonThis podcast dives deep into the life of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (1473-1530), the Lord Chancellor who met his downfall when he couldnt secure King Henry VIIIs marriage annulment to Catherine of Aragon. Noted British historian, Mandell Creighton, paints Wolsey as a figure condemned by Tudor historians as the minion of the Pope, and the upholder of a foreign despotism. However, an abundance of documents unveiled in the 19th century related to Henry VIIIs reign allowed for a more accurate portrayal of Wolseys ambitious plans and his ingrained patriotism. Through his diligent diplomacy and strategic alliances, Creighton asserts that at a...2025-07-2534 minCardinal Wolsey05 - Cardinal Wolsey by Mandell CreightonThis podcast dives deep into the life of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (1473-1530), the Lord Chancellor who met his downfall when he couldnt secure King Henry VIIIs marriage annulment to Catherine of Aragon. Noted British historian, Mandell Creighton, paints Wolsey as a figure condemned by Tudor historians as the minion of the Pope, and the upholder of a foreign despotism. However, an abundance of documents unveiled in the 19th century related to Henry VIIIs reign allowed for a more accurate portrayal of Wolseys ambitious plans and his ingrained patriotism. Through his diligent diplomacy and strategic alliances, Creighton asserts that at a...2025-07-2537 minCardinal Wolsey04 - Cardinal Wolsey by Mandell CreightonThis podcast dives deep into the life of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (1473-1530), the Lord Chancellor who met his downfall when he couldnt secure King Henry VIIIs marriage annulment to Catherine of Aragon. Noted British historian, Mandell Creighton, paints Wolsey as a figure condemned by Tudor historians as the minion of the Pope, and the upholder of a foreign despotism. However, an abundance of documents unveiled in the 19th century related to Henry VIIIs reign allowed for a more accurate portrayal of Wolseys ambitious plans and his ingrained patriotism. Through his diligent diplomacy and strategic alliances, Creighton asserts that at a...2025-07-2529 min
Tudor History with Claire RidgwayCardinal Wolsey’s Secret Family: A Scandalous Tudor Tale
When you think of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, you imagine power, influence, and unwavering loyalty to Henry VIII. But behind the grandeur of Tudor politics lies a secret life filled with intrigue and scandal. Did you know that Wolsey, the Church’s highest-ranking official, had a mistress and two children?
Who was the mysterious Mistress Larke? What became of their children? And how did Wolsey juggle his sacred vows with his hidden family? Discover the story of a man torn between ambition, faith, and forbidden love.
Dive into the secret life of one of Tudor England’s most powerful figures—Cardinal Wolsey.
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New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 44: The multi-talented Sleeping Beauty cast bring the latest news and some festive cheerIt's the ultimate rockin’ reawakening of 'Sleeping Beauty' as Ipswich’s award-winning ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime storms the stage!This year’s panto is a dazzling explosion of live rock and pop, including some of your favourite songs from Guns 'N' Roses, The Human League, Imagine Dragons, Beyoncé, The Monkees and much more!In this episode we introduce the brilliant, funny and super-talented cast of Sleeping Beauty...Learn more about their panto characters.What do they think of the show?Favourite songs?Why you should come and see it (and if you can't com...2024-11-1834 min
The Suffolk Pod ShowEpisode 53: Discover your writing talents with The Wolsey Writers groupIf you've ever felt like you could write novels, poetry, comedy and more - then this podcast episode will inspire you to get your pen to paper!Wolsey Writers is an independent creative writing group which meets at the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich on the first Saturday morning of the month. Their community includes novelists, scriptwriters, poets, storytellers, children’s literature, comedy, and nonfiction. They welcome writing in any genre, writers from diverse backgrounds and all levels of experience and aspirations – from haiku to blockbuster trilogy. The monthly meeting takes...2024-10-1128 min
The Collective VoiceBonus Episode - Rev. Roger Wolsey Joins The 787 Collective CouncilIn this BONUS episode Rev. Roger Wolsey joins The 787 Collective Council, a group of nine young adutls that act as an advisory council and so much more. Roger shares his background as a United Methodist pastor and his experiences in campus ministry and the local church. He discusses the inspiration behind his vulnerability in his book, Discovering Fire: Spiritual Practices That Transform Lives, and the importance of sharing personal stories.During the episdoe the group engages in a presence practice led by Roger, then reflect on their experiences and the significance of being present. The conversation shifts to...2024-09-131h 24
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 43: Discover your writing talents with The Wolsey Writers groupIf you've ever felt like you could write novels, poetry, comedy and more - then this podcast episode will inspire you to get your pen to paper!Wolsey Writers is an independent creative writing group which meets at the New Wolsey Theatre on the first Saturday morning of the month. Their community includes novelists, scriptwriters, poets, storytellers, children’s literature, comedy, and nonfiction. They welcome writing in any genre, writers from diverse backgrounds and all levels of experience and aspirations – from haiku to blockbuster trilogy. The monthly meeting takes place in our beautiful upstairs New Wolsey Theatre Café...2024-09-1328 min
Talking TudorsEpisode 260 - The Tudor World in the Wolsey Rooms with Brett DolmanWelcome to another episode of Talking Tudors with your host, Natalie Grueninger. This episode is sponsored by the Gloucester History Festival, where history enthusiasts can enjoy live talks from renowned historians and speakers.
Natalie welcomes Brett Dolman, curator and historian at Hampton Court Palace, to discuss the newly opened exhibition, The Tudor World in the Wolsey Rooms. Brett shares insights into the exhibition, which showcases rare Tudor paintings, historical artefacts, and provides a deeper look into the lives of ordinary men and women who served at the Tudor court.
The episode delves into the significance...2024-08-0935 min
British Theatre Guide podcastNew Wolsey travels 500 miles to Pitlochry with FootloosePitlochry Festival Theatre in Scotland and The New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich are co-producing a new production of the stage musical Footloose, based on the ‘80s film of the same name that starred Kevin Bacon. BTG Editor David Chadderton spoke to New Wolsey Artistic Director Douglas Rintoul, who will direct the production, and Pitlochry’s Artistic Director, Elizabeth Newman, about the production, other musicals that both their theatres are producting this year (Little Shop of Horrors, Beautiful: The Carol King Musical, The Sound of Music). They also spoke about the advantages of co-productions—and when they m...2024-05-1746 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 42: Breaking down barriers and the feeling of isolation through creativity and joy.Equity and equality for all!Philip Carter Goodyear, Social Justice Lead and Head of Suffolk Family Support at Ipswich Job Centre talks to Tony Casement, Head of Creative Communities at The New Wolsey Theatre.Philip talks about his belief and mission to re-engage families and individuals, who feel isolated through unemployment, with the community. Offering creative experiences for families is essential to well-being and a journey to feeling connected again.Philip collaborates with many organisations over Suffolk (including The New Wolsey Theatre and Suffolk Libraries) and together they have curated a...2024-05-0336 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 41: Martha Loader - nationally acclaimed playwright from Ipswich on her career and latest show - BindweedMartha Loader is simply an awesome person! We talk to her about her love of writing and the steps she has taken to get to an award-winning playwright. Martha also talks about her brilliant play, Bindweed - soon to be on the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre and the Colchester Mercury.Bindweed is written by Martha Loader, as part of the Mercury Playwrights scheme, and won the Judges’ Award at the Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting 2022.A Mercury Original co-produced with HighTide and New Wolsey Theatre in association with The Royal Exchange Theatre.Sho...2024-05-0124 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 40: Unpacking the brilliance of musical play ‘Community Service’In this podcast episode we talk to James Yarker, Artistic Director at Stan's Café about their fantastic new play, full of live music and wit - 'Community Service'.James talks about the inception of Stan's Café, now in its 34th year of making theatre and explains the concept of devising theatre and how it differs from traditional theatre.He also talks about how Community Service began and the life of Trevor Prince.Community Service is currently on tour at the following venues:23 - 27 APR at the Tobacco Factory, Bristol30 APR - 1 MAY...2024-04-1620 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 39: How Youth Theatre changes young people's lives for the betterWe rewind to the best bits from The Young Company (Youth Theatre Seniors) at the New Wolsey Theatre and listen to them talk about the phenomenally positive impact it has had on their lives and the change it has made to their outlook and confidence.Tony Casement, Head of Creative Communities starts with an overview of the Youth Theatre followed by The Young Company of 2023.Members: Kaycee Totten, Victoria Zietek, Leo Maynard, Jace Palmer, Fin Adams. Charlotte Cathcart and Joe Hullis.To find out more about our Youth Theatre for all ages please visit:2024-03-1919 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 38: Panto Pay it Forward - Help us share the magic this year.In this podcast episode we chat with Jack Parker (Marketing Officer at the New Wolsey Theatre) who has driven this wonderful campaign from an idea to a reality. He explains, that with the help of our audiences and anyone who would like to get involved, that we’re aiming to give 800 free tickets to children and adults who may otherwise not be able to experience the magic of panto this year.Our award-winning pantomime this year is SLEEPING BEAUTY - a full on Rock n Roll panto packed with live rock and pop m...2024-03-1710 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 37: Why culture is the key to connecting people and prosperous communitiesTony Casement (Head of Creative Communities at The New Wolsey Theatre) chats to Stephen Skeet – Head of Business Development and Impact for the social action charity Volunteering MattersStephen talks about his approach to working with young people and local communities. and about his life long relationship with the New Wolsey Theatre, as well as the similarities between theatre and football and his conviction that culture, in all its forms, is the key to building the connections that allow individuals and communities to prosper. Volunteering Matters websiteTell us...2024-01-2248 min
Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy PodcastDisciplinary Literacy With Dr. Thomas DeVere WolseyDisciplinary Literacy With Dr. Thomas DeVere Wolsey In today’s episode Matt Sroka chats with Dr. Thomas DeVere Wolsey about disciplinary literacy. They discuss what disciplinary literacy is and how it can be applied in today’s classrooms. They also explore some perceived limitations of disciplinary literacy and how educators should react to those limitations. Their conversation stems from the article Intersections of Literacy and Teaching With the Disciplines and Professions: We Asked Some Experts by Thomas DeVere Wolsey, Diane Lapp, Maria C. Grant, and Ibrahim M. Karkouti. Thomas DeVere W...2024-01-171h 14
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 36: News, fun and laughs from the Dick Whittington and his Cat Rock 'n' Roll Panto Cast!We are backstage with the cast and find out a lot more about this year’s eagerly awaited Rock ‘N’ Roll Panto – Dick Whittington and his Cat.Featuring all of the cast - we chat about their hilarious characters, as well as what they love about this year’s panto . . AND, we get the inside scoop on some of the songs they’ll be playing live on stage!There’s also a good helping of festive fun – with some terrible jokes, some curious festive habits and a quiz – where the cast go head-to-head– some of them slightly more co...2023-11-1437 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 35: Vikki Stone talks Panto! Oh yes she does!Vikki Stone, British award-winning comedian, actor and musician, joins us to chat about how she wrote the New Wolsey Theatre's 2023/24 Rock 'n' Roll panto, Dick Whittington and his Cat!Vikki talks about the form of panto, including the beats and the joy of mixing tradition with contemporary. She also gives us an insight into how she prepares before she writes, and shares her absolute love of Rock 'n' Roll panto! We also ask her 'how do you know what you write is funny?' - listen out for her great answer!...2023-10-3015 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEp 34: Up close with the cast and director of THE RED LION play, written by Patrick MarberIn this episode we get up close to the brilliant cast and director of a New Wolsey Theatre stage production of 'The Red Lion', written by Patrick Marber We explore deep into the story of 'The Red Lion', the characters and their relationship with one another, and the intense dynamism that's building between them on stage. As professional actors they also talk about preparation for these roles, their feelings about their characters and how, as a team, they are building an electrifying performance.Cast:Olatunji Ayofe Crispin LettsAla...2023-09-0123 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEp 33: Why Youth Theatre is so important for young people and behind the scenes of their play 'Metamorphoses'In this podcast episode we talk to Tony Casement, Head of Creative Communities and some of our brilliant young people from the Senior Youth Theatre - Kaycee Totten, Victoria Zietek, Leo Maynard, Jace Palmer, Fin Adams. Charlotte Cathcart and Joe Hullis.The young company talk about why they first joined the youth theatre and what it means to them personally, the journey they have been on, and what they aspire to do in the future. They also reveal a couple of highlights from their forthcoming show, Metamorphoses, and talk about the how the show...2023-08-0439 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 32: Actors Keziah Joseph and Mofetoluwa Akande reveal the extraordinary true stories of hit show 'Family Tree'"Possibly one of the most important untold stories in history!" West End Best FriendFive star hit show 'Family Tree' was written by actor, playwright, director and producer Mojisola Adebayo and directed by theatre-maker and Olivier Award winner Matthew Xia (Actors Touring Company Theatre).Actors Keziah Joseph and Mofetoluwa Akande give us a deep insight into this beautifully poetic and layered play, talking us through the storylines and reflecting on the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks, one of the most influential Black women of modern times. Henrietta's c...2023-05-3115 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 31: The benefits of theatre membership with long-term member David WalkerIn this podcast episode David talks to Ellis Northrop and Lucy Mellamphy (Relationship Team at NWT) about why having a membership with the New Wolsey Theatre is so important to him.David talks about his favourite moments, why he supports the theatre and what being a Director Circle member means to him personally.Listen to David talk about his passion for theatre and why he will continue being a member for years to come.Thank you David for a wonderful chat and we look forward to seeing you at the next...2023-05-1812 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 30: Luke Wright, British poet, chat about his show, The Remains of Logan Dankworth!In this podcast episode we talk to British poet Luke Wright all about his show, The Remains of Logan Dankworth, which finally plays with us at the New Wolsey Theatre at the end of May, having been unfortunately postponed in 2020 due to the pandemic!We chat about the Edinburgh Fringe Festival (including his dread of flyering!), and how this politically-themed play was received when he took it there before. We dive into the origins of this show, why he chooses to write his plays in verse, and how the show has changed over...2023-04-0120 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 29: The Noël Coward Foundation on 'Brief Encounter' and Coward himself - The Master!We're joined by Robert Hazle (Cultural Development Officer) and Ella Radley (Digital Marketing Officer) from The Noël Coward Foundation to chat about Coward and one of the best British Films ever made in the history of the big screen - Brief Encounter We start with the world of Coward glimpsing at his life and work. Robert and Ella are full of fascinating facts and passion as they chat in depth about Coward and how his Brief Encounter, originally adapted from short play 'Still L...2023-03-1529 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 28: Paulus on Victoria Wood and his fabulous show 'Looking For Me Friend!'Paulus, AKA The Cabaret Geek joins us for a chat about his fabulous new show - Looking For Me Friend.The show, with 5 star reviews, is dedicated to legendary Victoria Wood with more than 20 of her songs from her incredible repertoire.Paulus talks about his life long adoration for Vic, as he calls her. He never met her, although nearly did, and - well,... you can listen to the story - he tells it better than us!Chatting from his home in London, and in the company of his ca...2023-03-0221 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 27: Actor ROBERT DAWS chats about Wodehouse in Wonderland and his passion for PG WodehouseIn this podcast episode we plunge into the literary world of PG Wodehouse with well-known actor, Robert Daws. Robert appeared in the TV series of Jeeves and Wooster as Tuppy Glossop and played Dr. Gordon Ormerod in the long-running ITV drama series The Royal– to name just two from a long, successful and highly acclaimed career.Robert is an expert on the works of PG Wodehouse – and he tells the story of how he came to be touring with the show and what an incredible success the tour has been so far...2023-02-2020 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 26: Chatting to the hilarious Dave Hearn about 'The Time Machine'!In this episode we managed to grab the hilarious Dave Hearn for a chat during rehearsals for The Time Machine!We speak about his beginnings in comedy, specifically learning about improvisation, and of course about the world-famous theatre company he co-founded, Mischief Theatre, who are known for shows like The Play that Goes Wrong (West End/Broadway) and The Goes Wrong Show (BBC1).Dave lets us in on some inside secrets of filming The Goes Wrong Show and how performing in a theatre compares to a TV set with a studio...2023-02-1515 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 25: Doug Rintoul on dark comedy play - DNA, and emerging talent from the regionDouglas Rintoul talks about the black comedy with a dark heart - DNA (written by Dennis Kelly) - or as The Guardian quotes "sharp shocker of a play cleverly piles on the twists, as guilt and madness work their poison on group dynamics". Listen to Doug's fascinating views on this explosive play and how he is about to create a gripping show which hits the New Wolsey Stage from 2 - 9 Feb 2023.He says:“DNA is a special project for the New Wolsey Theatre, it’s my first production as Chief Execu...2023-01-0521 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 24: NWT Staff Highlights of 2022!It's episode 24 of the New Wolsey Theatre Podcast and this time, we sit down and chat with different members of staff from all across the theatre about some of their standout moments of 2022!We speak to people from various different teams, including Marketing, Relationships, Technical, Café & Bar and many more!From specific one-nighters to our three-week run of Kinky Boots, learning about accessibility to winning awards and even staff coming into work during a snowstorm (the show really must go on!), w...2022-12-2344 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 23: Our fabulous 'Goldilocks' cast are back to chat again!In this episode, six of our lovely Goldilocks and the Three Bears cast came back to have another chat with us!!We caught up with them in the middle of a double show day to find out how the show has been going so far, some secrets from backstage, and their favourite things about being in a panto!We've got more (dreadful) Christmas cracker jokes too, as well as a little Christmas themed quiz for each of them - they definitely do not get competitive...Thanks again to the cast for...2022-12-2047 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 22: It's show week - 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' is here!In this podcast episode we talk to the incredible cast of Goldilocks and the Three Bears as well as sneaking in a quick chat with writer and director Pete Rowe!The cast give us a little insight into who they are and the characters they're playing, as well as how rehearsals have been going!We caught them at the very start of tech week as they begun prepping for the big opening later in the week - some of them had just seen the wonderful set by the incredibly talented ...2022-11-2453 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 21: Ramps on the Moon - Michèle Taylor MBE talks inclusion in theatreIn this podcast episode we talk to Michèle Taylor MBE, Director for Change from Ramps on the Moon, about accessibility, inclusion, and elevating the presence of deaf and disabled people within the centre of the work in theatres. Whether it's backstage, on-stage or front of house, Michèle talks about the theatre industry still having a long way to go before it's fully accessible to everyone, everywhere.Michèle talks about her work as Director for Change with Ramps on the Moon, what that role means and her involvement with Agents for Change across different...2022-11-1030 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 20: Bombay Superstar is coming! Here's the Director and some of the awesome cast talking about the show!In this podcast episode we talk to the wonderful director Samir Bhamra as well as Nisha Aaliya, Pia Sutaria, Rav Moore and Robby Khela. . all part of a big and wonderful cast in Bombay Superstar!It's the beginning of their incredible journey and they are already having the best fun! Find out about the roles they play, what they love about the show, their characters, the dancing, the music . . . and oh - those COSTUMES!Bombay Superstar opens on Tuesday 1 November till Saturday 5 November. Watch the trailers, meet the full cast and creative tea...2022-10-2729 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 19: Douglas Rintoul, Chief Exec of New Wolsey Theatre - talks life, plans and aspirationsGetting to know Douglas Rintoul is easy! Listen to this fabulous candid podcast episode of us chatting with him about his life, career, his passions and his plans as the new leader of the New Wolsey Theatre.Doug will be back soon with news of our Spring and Summer shows as well as a look at some his incredible achievements over the past 6 months.You're all welcome to get involved with the New Wolsey Theatre Podcast! If you'd like to be a guest or have a questions for us, please just get in...2022-10-121h 01
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 18: Chatting to the Director and Cast of 'The Lies You Tell' all about their show!In episode 18 of the New Wolsey Theatre Podcast, we caught the brilliant director and cast of touring show The Lies You Tell on their lunch break for a quick chat about who they are, what the show is about, and the impact of taking theatre into schools!This is a brand-new, joyful, music-filled play by award-winning writer Yolanda Mercy, commissioned by Suffolk County Council to support young people in understanding and prioritising their mental wellbeing after the last two years. It...2022-09-2927 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 17: Singer-songwriter Aimee Iris tells us all about her new single, 'Dancing on Tables'!In this episode, we chat to Brighton-based singer-songwriter Aimee Iris about her latest single ('Dancing on Tables'), her background in performing, and where she's been singing throughout the summer!We talk about her family connections in Ipswich and her connections to the New Wolsey Youth Theatre, as well as why she's now based in Brighton, and what's to come from her in the near future.Listen out for a snippet from the song, as well as where to find Aimee online so you can listen to the full song...2022-09-1511 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 16: KINKY BOOTS CAST members Keanu, Aruhan and Matt give the inside scoop on rehearsals and lots more!A truly joyous podcast episode!It's us again from the New Wolsey Theatre Podcast, as we get all the latest from rehearsals with three of our amazing Kinky Boots cast members, Keanu Adolphus Johnson (he/him), playing Lola, Aruhan Galieva (she/her), playing Lauren, and Matt Corner (he/him), playing Charlie!We chat about how rehearsals have been going so far (particularly during the recent heatwave!) and ask them about their most challenging and favourite moments.Keanu talks to us about the importance...2022-08-1830 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 15: KINKY BOOTS Director, Tim Jackson, talks about his revival of this glorious musicalIn episode 15 of the New Wolsey Theatre Podcast, we talk to the multi-talented Tim Jackson - artistic director of our upcoming show Kinky Boots !We chat about his path to becoming a director, with stories of initially being an actor, working for free, a great deal of fringe theatre and taking guidance from Doug Rintoul - Chief Executive of the New Wolsey Theatre.We speak about the story of Kinky Boots and how, as a production for regional theatres, this one differs from previous West...2022-08-1819 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 14: Talking to award-winning Theatre Set and Costume Designer - Cleo Pettitt!In this episode of the New Wolsey Theatre Podcast, award-winning Set & Costume Designer Cleo Pettitt tells us all about her role, how she got into the industry and a little about our upcoming pantomime, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, which she's working on!We chat about her global travels, how it's vital for her role to work closely with other departments within a theatre, and the importance of a model-box (a tiny version of the stage dressed as you want it to look for the actual show!).Listen out for i...2022-08-1221 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 13 - We chat to Wardrobe Supervisor Margaret Lock all about her role within theatre, including designing, creating, and making those amazing Dame costumes you see on our stage!Wardrobe Supervisor Margaret Lock chats to us about everything she does within her role, in a side of theatre you don't hear so much about!We talk about how her career started, and how it's grown over the years, but also about how there are some people from the very start who she still works with now.She speaks about the whole process of creating a costume, from the conception of an idea, to designing, to sourcing all of the materials and then finally putting it all together. Internet shopping has become the...2022-07-2125 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 12: Pete Rowe looks back on his incredible time as the New Wolsey's Artistic Director, and gives us a sneak peek at some shows coming up!The New Wolsey's outgoing Artistic Director Peter Rowe sat down with us to reflect on an incredible 22 years with us!Pete leads us through how his career began, and how his early work inspired some of the unforgettable work created at our theatre, including the rise of actor-musician shows, as well as the birth of our famous rock 'n' roll pantomimes.We talk about his creative process for the pantos, discussing how the stories get chosen, how the script in all it's rhyming glory is formed, and how he puts together the memorable...2022-07-0829 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 11 - 'Much Ado About Nothing' is coming to the New Wolsey – Heidi Bernhard-Bubb from the Ormiston Sudbury Academy talks to us about putting this huge project together!Heidi Bernhard-Bubb from Ormiston Sudbury Academy chats to us all about the the upcoming 'Playmaking Festival' in which many schools will come together to put on a production of Much Ado About Nothing!We spoke about what the Playmaking Festival is and what her role is within the Royal Shakespeare Company's schools programme, and how this year's show is shaping up.Heidi also shares her view on Shakespeare, including her really interesting opinion on how to truly appreciate the famous playwright's work!We talked about the impact the experience has on...2022-07-0111 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 10: THE SOUND OF MUSIC is coming to the New Wolsey - Bridie Horne from the Children's Theatre Company tells all!Bridie Horne from the Children's Theatre Company (CTC) chats to us about their brilliant company, CTC, and reveals all about the upcoming show at the New Wolsey, The Sound of Music!We chat about the make-up of the company - the four different areas ranging from a part-time academy to full-time foundation course to prepare students for the next step in their careers.Bridie talks about seeing the school through the pandemic (CTC were in just their first year when COVID struck!) and transitioning from online sharing...2022-06-2315 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 9: Sweeney Todd is coming next week! We talk to Owen Berry from IODS about the show.In this episode, Owen Berry from the Ipswich Operatic and Dramatic Society (IODS) talks to us about their latest show, Sweeney Todd, which is coming to the New Wolsey from 29th June to 2nd July!He chats to us about how the show and how it came about, how they navigated their way through COVID and are almost ready for the stage a few years later than planned, and how rehearsals are going.We spoke a bit more in-depth about IODS, what his role within the society is, and about some of the trickier sides...2022-06-1511 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 8: Tony Casement chats to us about all of the exciting events, performances and rehearsed readings coming up as part of our Writers' Week programme!In this episode, Tony Casement, Head of Creative Communities at the New Wolsey Theatre, chats to us about Writers' Week!From Monday 20th to Saturday 25th June is 'Writers' Week,' a programme of events celebrating new ideas, new inspirations and new creative writing. Events are ticketed, with most of them free of charge. There will also be the opportunity for you to donate to the British Red Cross Ukraine Crisis Appeal.What's On:Mon 20 Jun, 7:45pm2022-06-1013 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 7: Pete Hazelwood and Jake Barinov talk to us about livestreaming, their roles in our last rock 'n' roll pantomime, and how they helped us win 'Best Digital Pantomime' at this year's UK Pantomime Association Awards!In this episode we talk to Pete Hazelwood and Jake Barinov about livestreaming, the huge amount of hard work they put into making Jack and the Beanstalk - an incredible experience not only in the auditorium but for people watching at home too - and how it feels to have played such a big part in our recent Best Digital Pantomime Award win at this year's UK Pantomime Association awards ceremony.They tell us how they came to know each other, before they really got to know each other during some 80 hour weeks throughout our last rock...2022-05-2053 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 6: Sarah Holmes, Chief Executive of the New Wolsey, reflects on more than 22 incredible years at the helm!In this episode we sit down with our outgoing Chief Executive, Sarah Holmes, to chat about her incredible 22 years in charge at the New Wolsey Theatre.Sarah chats about why she's made the decision to leave now, after steering the theatre through the pandemic, as well as talking a little bit about Doug Rintoul, the incoming Chief Executive, how she knows him, and how she knows we're in good hands going forward.Sarah also talks about her journey through her 22 years of leadership, as well as how it almost didn't start at all! She lets...2022-05-1941 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 5: Mr P (David Phillips), Head of Production & Facilities at the New Wolsey, takes us through everything he does within his role!In this episode, Mr P, Head of Production & Facilities at the New Wolsey Theatre, talks to us about his job and what he, and his team, do here at The New Wolsey!He gives us an insight into how he first started working in the theatre industry, including a very interesting story about something from his first ever theatre.Mr P talks about navigating COVID-19, and specifically about how the New Wolsey adopted an approach to accommodate everyone with the continuation of livestreaming as lockdown and restrictions have eased.Mr P also chats t...2022-05-1225 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 4: It's Party Week at the New Wolsey! Tony and Sally reveal the full line-up of entertainment starting from 25th May.In this episode, Tony Casement, Head of Creative Communities and Sally Jones, Theatre Manager chat to us about Party Week taking place from 25th May - 31st May at the New Wolsey Theatre.Celebrations begin on Wednesday 25th May with live music from Rush - A Joyous Jamaican Journey which is a hugely entertaining and informative show, taking us through the story of reggae music and the Windrush Generation.On Thursday 26th May, it's the chaotic cabaret cult of An Evening Without Kate Bush, and on Friday 27th May, Ronnie Scotts bring us Claire Martin & I...2022-04-2822 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 3: The fabulous cast of Burke & Hare take us behind the scenes of this 'joyous' and 'murderous' comedy! Feat: James Mack, Hayden Wood and Josie DunnHold onto your hats - or all 31 of them actually! Yes - there are 31 characters in this outrageously funny show and all of them played by the sensational trio: actor-musicians James Mack, Hayden Wood and Josie Dunn.Hosts, Katharine and Jack, dig deep behind the scenes of the 'Burke & Hare' rehearsals to find out more about the show, the characters and the glorious songs that make up this 'joyous' and 'murderous' play. The cast talk about the real Burke & Hare days and how the brilliant writing of Tom Wentworth and direction from Abigail Pickard Price have transformed...2022-04-2229 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 2: CREATIVE COMMUNITIES - Discover how to get involved with us. We talk to Tony Casement and Rachel FitzgeraldThis podcast episode is all about Creative Communities at the New Wolsey Theatre, a place where everyone is given the opportunity to participate in, engage with, and discover the arts, and even potentially learn the best ways to make their passion in the arts a career.We chat to Head of Creative Communities, Tony Casement, and Creative Communities Projects Producer, Rachel Fitzgerald about what their work involves, and about all of the things Creative Communities has to offer, such as various youth theatre groups, the new NW2 accessible space, upcoming projects, and some exciting things coming up...2022-04-1320 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 1: It's 'The Birds and the Bees' show time - talking to James McDermott and the full cast; Laura Doddington, Richard McIver, Louise Gold and Siôn Tudor OwenWelcome back to the New Wolsey Theatre podcast - Season 2 - Episode 1! In this brand-new season we take you right into the heart of our theatre - on stage, backstage, front of house and everywhere in between! This episode is all about The Birds and the Bees - a hilarious romantic comedy play, set in the heart of the Norfolk countryside. We talk to James McDermott, playwright, scriptwriter and poet who provided additional material to relocate the story of the play (originally set in Canada and written by Mark Crawford). We also talk to...2022-03-2350 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 7: The Magic of Panto - Just a British Thing? The Dame and NYT Critic spill the beansWhy are we Brits bonkers about pantomime? And what do they make of this Christmas tradition over in the U.S? In this podcast episode, Sue talks to The New York Times journalist Alexis Soloski about Christmas theatre traditions, catching Wagon Wheels and extremely rude jokes. Sue also speaks to actor Steve Simmonds to get a Dame’s-eye view of panto in the U.K. Alexis Soloski is a theatre critic for the New York Times and a contributing writer for the Guardian here in the UK. Alexis wrote...2021-11-2941 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 6: Making it Real – Access and Inclusion in UK Theatre (Part 2)In this, the second part of our look at access and inclusion in the UK theatre industry, Sue talks to two inspirational people whose work is making access and inclusion a reality, and about their experience of being involved in the production of Oliver Twist. Amy Leach is Associate Director at Leeds Playhouse. Amy grew up in Darwen, Lancashire and attended the Youth Theatre at the Bolton octagon Theatre on graduating from Durham University. She co-founded the award winning Theatre Company for young people En Masse, with playwright and composer Oliver Burch. Amy is...2021-11-161h 10
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 5: Changing the Game: Access and Inclusion in UK theatres - Part 1In this episode we talk to two female powerhouses in the UK theatre and disability landscape. Sarah Holmes is Chief Executive of the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich. As Sarah prepares to hand over the baton to a new Chief Executive after nearly 21 years at the helm, we talk about the responsibilities of theatre leaders in making change – so that theatre is truly accessible and inclusive of everyone. We find out how Sarah’s impatience for change and an impromptu conversation in a graveyard, led to the game-changing Ramps On The Moon project. Oh, an...2021-11-0257 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 4: ‘A good laugh is a mighty good thing!’In this feel-good podcast episode we talk about the power of laughter. Charlie Chaplin once said: ‘ A good laugh is a mighty good thing, a rather too scarce a good thing.’ Following a year when laughter might have been scarce for many, Theatre Unwrapped explores the transformational effects of laughter, from its origins in early humans to the ways we ‘laugh’ online and how we create comedy for the stage. And we find out what happens when you take clowns to places where laughter really is very scarce. So, what makes us laugh? Are we the only species that...2021-06-191h 55Tudor History with Claire RidgwayFan Q&A - Did Anne Boleyn bring down Cardinal Wolsey?Thank you to Kristian from Bulgaria for his question about Anne Boleyn and her role in the fall of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, Henry VIII's Lord Chancellor and chief advisor.
What role did Anne Boleyn have in Cardinal Wolsey's fall and his eventual arrest? Did Anne and her family work to bring Wolsey down? Was Wolsey's fall Anne Boleyn's revenge for him breaking up her romance with Henry Percy?
Find out in this latest Fan Q&A talk from historian Claire Ridgway. You can see this podcast as a video at the following link:
https://y...2021-05-1309 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 3: Polari – The secret language of theatreWhere does the secret language of Polari come from? Who used Polari? How do you speak Polari? Why was Polari adopted by the British gay community in theatre and who still uses Polari today?In this podcast episode Sue Lawther-Brown carefully peels back the many layers of Polari. Her guests Paul Baker and Rae Coates teach Sue some Polari words and educate her about its origins and adoption by the British gay community in the first half of the twentieth century. Paul and Rae talk about when P...2021-05-1155 min
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 2: How to open a closed theatreHow do you reopen a closed theatre? How much money and effort does it really take and what sort of experience do you need to re-open a dark theatre? What does a closed theatre look like and smell like? Who looks after closed theatres and how do they get a second chance to open their doors again?In this podcast episode Sue Lawther-Brown from the New Wolsey Theatre unwraps what it really takes to re-open a closed theatre. As theatres prepare to re-open after being forced to close by the Covid—19 pandemic, Sue talks to the...2021-05-111h 27
New Wolsey Theatre PodcastEpisode 1: Doctor Theatre - The mysterious medic of theatreWho is Doctor Theatre and how does this mysterious medic seem to cure practically anything inside a theatre? Does Doctor Theatre really exist and what does he or she actually do?In this first episode of the Theatre Unwrapped podcast, Sue Lawther-Brown is joined in Dressing Room 3 at the New Wolsey Theatre with guests, actor Rob Jarvis and Dr. Raj Persaud. Rob Jarvis talks about the occasion when he first heard Doctor Theatre at the Everyman Theatre in Liverpool. Rob gives examples of Doctor Theatre at work, including his experiences of get...2021-05-111h 07
In Any EventBeyond the App: How to Leverage Technology to Give a Face to Face Experience with Dr. Nance Wilson and Dr. Thomas WolseyThe best event planners are the ones who have taken the challenges of our times in stride and in fact leverage them to create unique experiences we never thought of. We have two such guests with us today: Dr. Nance Wilson from SUNY Cortland and Dr. Thomas Wolsey of the American University in Cairo. They are the co-creators of Beyond the App: Cause and Conference, which strives to support teachers’ professional development and coach literacy experts in one of the most creative ways possible in response to COVID, and their model may just change the game.
I’m looking forw...2021-05-0133 minTudor History with Claire RidgwayCromwell, Wolsey and Wolf HallThank you so much to Emilie and the super cute Nathaniel the dog for asking about the real relationship between Thomas Cromwell and his master, Cardinal Thomas Wolsey.
Were the two men as close as they were shown in Wolf Hall? How did Cromwell feel about Wolsey's fall? You can see this podcast as a video at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBeAEJHvDNs
Historian Claire Ridgway answers these questions and also explains the history behind a scene in Hilary Mantel's second novel in the series, Bring Up the Bodies, in which Cromwell vows revenge on those in...2021-03-1611 min
The Suffolk Pod ShowEpisode 6: PETE ROWE: Artistic Director of the New Wolsey Theatre, IpswichTalking to Pete Rowe, Artistic Director of the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich. Pete has brought some of the biggest touring productions to the stage including Sweeny Todd, Perfect Days, A Family Affair and The Little Shop of Horrors. He joins us today to talk about the up and coming production of ‘What a Carve Up’ with a stellar cast including Stephen Fry, Griff Rhys Jones, Sir Derek Jacobi and Sharon D Clarke. We’re delighted to have him with us on The Suffolk Pod Show!www.wolseytheatre.co.uk SHOW NOTES:Pete talks a...2020-10-0618 min