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The Next Stage"Furious Flashback II: Electric Boogaloo" - SEASON TWO FINALEAs Season Two comes to a close, Greta and Toby take a look back at their favourite moments from the series that didn't make the episode cuts. Special thanks to all of our guests this season for taking time to come and speak to us on the podcast. We will be back for Season Three soon, but in the meantime, we are working hard to provide fresh and exciting content and opportunities in the future so keep an eye out on our social pages, website and blog for all updates.
Until Season Three, we'll see you at The Next Stage!
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2022-10-2607 minThe Next Stage"Nottingham's Cave of Wonders" - INTERVIEW WITH CHRONIC INSANITYOur final guest for season 2 is Joe, representing UK company Chronic Insanity! They talk to us about their plan to create 12 pieces of work in 12 months, their upcoming piece for Halloween "Penumbra", alongside the opening of their new venue underneath the city of Nottingham - The Void.
If you are an artist interested in working with the Chronic Insanity team at The Void, submissions for work are open for their Spring/Summer 2023 season. Get in touch with Joe and the team via their email chronicinsanitytheatre@gmail.com.
TICKETS TO PENUMBRA!
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2022-10-1252 minThe Next Stage"A Triple Trial by Fire" - INTERVIEW WITH CHEWING PRODUCTIONSGood things come in three's and Chewing Productions' latest show is no exception! Greta & Toby are joined by Alex and Gian who talk all things Chewing, alongside their upcoming piece:"3x3", featuring a triple bill of original scripts, including:
- "All The Things I'm Trying T̶o̶ ̶S̶a̶y̶" by Alex Weenink featuring Michela Farrugia and Anthony Mizzi
- "Who's Your Daddy?" by Lara Agius featuring Tiana Formosa and Ella Coppini
- "Thirty-Love" by Nicky Gambin featuring Nikki Demajo Albanese and Martina Zammit
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2022-09-211h 00The Next Stage"The Google Calendar Recap Show" - 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SPECIALIt's been an amazing first year doing this podcast, and we are super grateful you have stayed on the ride with us. Join Greta and Toby as they look back over the past 12 months and 2 seasons of The Next Stage. They unpick some of their favourite moments, as well as discuss what the future holds for them and the podcast. Here's to our next trip around the sun!
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The Next Stage"Mooing in Friends Faces" - INTERVIEW WITH BOTTLED ANTICSClock those timecards, as Greta and Toby are joined by Caitlin, Joe and Maisy Bottled Antics to talk about their new show "Shift", alongside their work with Theatre Royal Plymouth's Lab Programme. "Shift" follows a group of coffee workers facing unusual circumstances in the hospitality industry. We talk the show, balance between day jobs and being a performer and... cows?
TICKETS TO SHIFT!
Shift - Lab Co | Theatre Royal Plymouth
LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S SHOW:
Bottled Antics' Instagram - @bottledantics
Bottled Antics' Facebook...
2022-07-0649 minThe Next Stage"Everybody's Happy With The Opera!" - INTERVIEW WITH TEATRU AURORAPut on your Sunday best, as this time Greta and Toby are joined by Matthew Sultana from Teatru Aurora! Well known for their Gozitan operas, Matthew talks us through how Teatru Aurora is not just an opera house, but a theatre for the community, alongside running us through their upcoming production of Verdi's "Aida".
"Aida" is a part of Teatru Aurora's ever-popular opera season, and opens on 15th October 2022. You can find out more about the show on their website, and can book tickets now!
TICKETS FOR AIDA!
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2022-05-041h 21The Next Stage"A Sausage Sandwich Scandal" - INTERVIEW WITH ALL DAY BREAKFAST THEATREHope you're hungry, as joining Greta and Toby this time is All Day Breakfast Theatre! We are joined by Adan, Arthur and Anastasia as they discuss all things about their company, fringe festivals and original show 'Simon Says'.
All Day Breakfast Theatre is a Liverpool-based theatre company comprised of Adan, Ana, Arthur and Rory. "Simon Says" was the recipient of the "Best Original Play" and "Spirit of the Fringe" awards at Liverpool Fringe 2021.
TICKETS FOR SIMON SAYS & SH*T FACED SANTA!
Sh*t Faced Santa @ Liverpool Theatre F...
2022-04-201h 17The Next Stage"Trying To Be Punk" - INTERVIEW WITH KILL THE CAT THEATREDraw a card and roll the dice, as this time we're joined by Dylan and Madeleine from Kill The Cat Theatre! We'll be discussing their love of games and interactive theatre, their journey towards becoming carbon neutral, as well as their upcoming show "Talk".
TICKETS FOR "TALK"!
Talk @ Theatre Royal Plymouth: Click Here!
LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S SHOW:
Website: killthecattheatre.co.uk
Instagram: @killthecattheatre
Facebook: @KillTheCatCo
Twitter: @KillTheCatCo
Email: killthecattheatre@gmail.com
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2022-04-061h 23The Next Stage"Shut Up and Write" - INTERVIEW WITH SIMONE SPITERIJoining Greta and Toby this time is the wonderful Simone Spiteri! Simone is a writer, director, producer, and actress. We talk about Simone's career journey, her company Dù Theatre, as well as what a contemporary Malta looks like.
LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S SHOW:
ŻiguŻajg Children's Festival
Dù Theatre:
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2022-03-161h 37The Next Stage"Forgotten Achievements" - INTERVIEW WITH KISBIET MINSIJAThis time, we are joined by Annalise, Lara and Nicky on their upcoming piece of work - Kisbiet Minsija! Greta and Toby delve into their inspiration for the project, what the research and development process was like for them as well as how you can get involved!
If you're interested in auditioning for the company, then get in touch with Annalise, Lara and Nicky! They will send you an information pack with all the relevant information you'll need to know for auditioning.
LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S SHOW:
Facebook: Kisbiet Minsija
2022-02-161h 08The Next Stage"Controlled Chaos" - INTERVIEW WITH WHATSTHEIRNAMES THEATREWelcome to Season Two! Greta and Toby are super excited to introduce a whole new cavalcade of companies and artists to you all!
For our season premiere, we welcome WhatsTheirNames, a Maltese theatre company whose practice ranges from classical Shakespearean pieces to contemporary works. We'll be catching up with Philip and Nathan to discuss the company, its history and their upcoming show, Art by Yasmina Reza. WhatsTheirNames are comprised of Nathan Brimmer, Philip Leone-Ganado and Joseph Zammit. You can catch them all in Art, playing at BlueBox Malta at multiple dates across February!
2022-02-021h 09The Next Stage"The First Furious Flashback" - THE NEXT STAGE SEASON ONE FINALEWhat a season! In this bonus episode, Greta and Toby scour the cutting room floor for some of their favourite bloopers, including some that didn't quite make the cut. Special thanks to A Thing or Two Theatre, Ħassle Mejjet Theatre Collective, Girl in the Machine, Ignite Theatre and Michael Richardson for coming on and talking with us!
We'll be back for Season 2, along with a whole new line up of guests, topics, trials and tribulations as well. For the meantime, we'll see you at The Next Stage!
SEASON ONE EPISODES:
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2022-01-1904 minThe Next Stage"The Theatrical Wizard of Oz" - INTERVIEW WITH MICHAEL RICHARDSON - THE NEXT STAGE EPISODE 10He's finally here! Join Greta and Toby as they are joined by the elusive yet ever name-dropped Michael Richardson. We discuss his theatrical experience in both the UK and Malta, his work with the Deaf community, alongside his commitment for getting young adults into theatre.
LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S SHOW:
Shropshire Youth Theatre Website: Shropshire Youth Theatre
Pentabus: Pentabus Theatre
Rose & Giovanni’s ‘Symphony’: Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice dance Couple's Choice BBC Strictly 2021 - YouTube
Girl in the Machine Episode: "We're All The Mac...
2022-01-0557 minThe Next Stage"Rejuvenating the Mee-crow-wah-vayy" - HOLIDAY SPECIAL - THE NEXT STAGE EPISODE 9Happy holidays! This week Greta and Toby are musing over the theatrical phenomenon of Christmas and the holiday season. Join them both as they discuss pantomime, tradition and what goes on during Christmas Day in both of their houses. That, and a bunch of other festive chaos await!
TOBY'S YULETIDE OFF-TOPIC MOMENTS:
John Lewis' Christmas Adverts (Complete Collection) - YouTube
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2021-12-221h 00The Next Stage“Day Jobs: Who Got Em?” - THE NEXT STAGE EPISODE 8The hustle is on! This week Greta and Toby tackle the everchanging world of jobs. They both put their work experience to the test, as well as discuss why it's important for any performer and creative starting out to consider having a side job beside their chosen discipline. Plus, they talk about what are considered some of the best jobs for actors, and whether or not they agree!
LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S SHOW:
6 Best Survival Jobs for Actors Article: 6 Best Survival Jobs for Actors to Support Their Acting Careers - Acting in L...
2021-12-0859 minThe Next Stage"A New Theatre Company" - INTERVIEW WITH IGNITE THEATRE - THE NEXT STAGE EPISODE 7On the podcast this time we have Alexia and Martha from Ignite Theatre! Ignite is a brand new theatre collective that encourages and empowers young theatre makers to not only develop their performative skills, but equip themselves with important expertise such as running the theatre company as a business. Join Greta and Toby as they discuss how being an industry newcomer is a good thing, alongside their intentions to keep their theatrical flame burning bright.
LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S SHOW:
Ignite Theatre's Website: Ignite | Theatre Production Organisation
Ignite Theatre's Instagram: @ig...
2021-11-2449 minThe Next Stage"We're All The Machine" - INTERVIEW WITH GIRL IN THE MACHINE (2021 MALTESE PRODUCTION) - THE NEXT STAGE EPISODE 6On today's episode, Gianni and Tina stop by to talk all things Girl in the Machine! We'll be discussing how they created the show, their personal influences and techniques when approaching a script as well as having an open discussion about a core message of the show - addiction to technology. Expect ominous technical glitches to ensue!
TICKETS FOR GIRL IN THE MACHINE:
Spazju Kreattiv Theatre Valletta (03/12/2021 - 05/12/2021 & 10/12/2021 - 12/12/2021): Available here
LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S SHOW:
Girl in the Machine Facebook: Girl in the Machine...
2021-11-101h 04The Next Stage"I'm Gonna Tickle Your Balls" - OOKY SPOOKY HALLOWEEN SPECIAL - THE NEXT STAGE EPISODE 5It's the most wonderful time of the year! Well, according to Toby at least. We're talking all things spooky as we tackle Halloween! Prepare yourselves for potential spooks, debatable scares and one hell of an anecdote.
LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S SHOW:
Behind the Scenes of being a Scare Actor: 14 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of Haunted House Actors
Theatre Superstitions: 13 Theatre Superstitions
Alton Towers Scarefest: Scarefest Halloween Event - Alton Towers Resort
The Masked Ball's Instagram: @themaskedball
Black Mirror - Bandersnatch: Black Mirror: Bandersnatch - Netflix Official S...
2021-10-2754 minThe Next Stage"Washing The Dead" - INTERVIEW WITH ĦASSLE MEJJET THEATRE COLLECTIVE - THE NEXT STAGE EPISODE 4In this episode, we are talking with Annalise Ebejer, Brendon Thearle and Gianluca Mifsud of Ħassle Mejjet Theatre Collective! Currently based in Malta, the company is focused on promoting the next generation of theatre makers. We talk about their journey, work and their upcoming collaboration: L-Aħħar Siġra.
Ħassle Mejjet is made up of Annalise Ebejer, Benjamin Abela, Brendon Thearle and Gianluca Mifsud. 'L-Aħħar Siġra' will be performed during the upcoming ŻiguŻajg festival in November and is co-produced between Ħassle Mejjet Theatre Collective and Just Another Collective, in collaboration with ŻiguŻajg and Studio 18.
2021-10-1353 minThe Next Stage"Fun Exploration Box" - INTERVIEW WITH A THING OR TWO THEATRE - THE NEXT STAGE EPISODE 3In the first interview of the series, we are talking to Floe, Hannah and Holly from A Thing or Two Theatre! We get to know the company, their latest piece of work "Elbow Room", as well as their individual routes into the theatrical world.
LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S SHOW:
A Thing or Two Theatre's Instagram: @athingortwotheatre
A Thing or Two Theatre's Website: https://www.athingortwotheatre.com/
Elbow Room at AMATA (13th October 2021): AMATA Tickets
Elbow Room at IntoBodmin (20th October 2021): IntoBodmin Tickets
2021-09-291h 04The Next Stage"DJ Toby in the House!" - THE NEXT STAGE EPISODE 2Hello!
In today’s episode, we’re talking about albums!*
*We try to talk about albums. We also end up talking about sequels, why the order of music matters in a playlist and good old-fashioned existentialism.
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2021-09-1540 minThe Next Stage"Upstaged by Greta's Blind Cat" - THE NEXT STAGE EPISODE 1Welcome to The Next Stage! In this series premiere, Toby and Greta sit down to discuss the podcast, what they aim to achieve with it, and most importantly, themselves. Join them as they discuss their experiences in the Arts whilst trying to make being podcasters work.
LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S SHOW:
Greta's Instagram: @littlegretz
Toby's Instagram: @tobyvince_
The Daisy Collective's Instagram: @the_daisy_collective
Queens' Instagram: @queens_by_night
"Will They?" Short Film: Will They? on Vimeo
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2021-09-011h 00The Next StageTHE NEXT STAGE TRAILER - SEASON 1Hello, and welcome to The Next Stage Podcast! Join Greta and Toby bi-weekly on Wednesdays as they delve into the world of the arts. Expect insightful interviews, open discussion and perfect chaos to ensue. Come along for our season premiere on the 1st September, make sure to subscribe, and we'll see you at The Next Stage!
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