Emma and Naomi's Theatre Brunch
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Leisure
Emma Crocombe
Emma and Naomi have thoughts on all things theatre....normally after the show at the bar with a glass of wine. But now, with a mimosa in hand, they have come together for brunch, to share their unfiltered thoughts, insights, and passion for all things theatre. It's time to join Emma and Naomi and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of theatre in London. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Total 17 episodes
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Episode 17 - WHY ELSE WOULD HE BE WEARING ROLLERSKATES?
Emma and Naomi are here to welcome you into the Winter Season with reviews for STARLIGHT EXPRESS, COME FROM AWAY, DR STRANGELOVE and WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT as well as some delightful anecdotes of being a child in panto to answering the BIG THEATRE QUESTION: How big is too big? Get your mimosa ready! Show notes:https://www.starlightexpresslondon.com/https://comefromawaylondon.co.uk/tour-dates/https://drstrangelove.comhttps://sohoplace.org/shows/white-rabbit-red-rabbit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:02:5203/11/2024
Episode 16 - IT'S ALL ABOUT WHERE YOU SIT
HAPPY OCTOBER! Grab a glass or mug of your favourite drink and join Emma and Naomi as they review KATHY AND STELLA SOLVE A MURDER and WHY AND I SO SINGLE - as we as answering the BIG THEATRE QUESTION: How does recordings of musicals and plays compare to live shows? SHOW NOTES:Why am I so single? https://thegarricktheatre.co.uk/tickets/why-am-i-so-single/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
51:1406/10/2024
Episode 15 - HIS BACK TOUCHED MY LEGS!
The girls are BACK FROM EDINBURGH - And it's changed Naomi! Grab your Mimosa and join them for an Edinburgh Fringe Special! With our Big Theatre Question - How many shows a day is too many?SHOW NOTES: ABBA Voyage - https://abbavoyage.com/Mamma Mia - https://mamma-mia.com/londonI Wish You Well - https://www.iwishyouwellthemusical.com/Flo and Joan - https://www.floandjoan.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:10:4110/09/2024
Episode 14 - 12 Smiling, Dancing Waiters
You favourite theatre podcast duo are back reviewing some very big shows currently in the West End. And discussing that age old BIG THEATRE QUESTION - Programmes....what role do they now play in the theatre experience?SHOW NOTES:The Ivy https://ivycollection.com/Hello Dolly https://hellodollyldn.com/Next to Normal https://www.nexttonormal.com/Mnemonic https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/productions/mnemonic/I'm going to marry you Toby Maguire https://southwarkplayhouse.co.uk/productions/im-gonna-marry-you-tobey-maguire/Mercato Metropolitano https://mercatometropolitano.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
58:4904/08/2024
Episode 13 - I'm in it for the money AND the glory!
Emma and Naomi are celebrating their one year anniversary - even if they STILL don't understand how to work the microphone! And the Big Theatre Question? Standing Ovations!SHOW NOTES:Viola's Room https://www.punchdrunk.com/work/violas-room/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43:3607/07/2024
Episode 12 - I feel this is a me problem....
Emma and Naomi are back together for another 50 minutes of discussions on ALL THINGS THEATRE! Reviews this week include Hadestown and Mrs Doubtfire and the BIG THEATRE QUESTION: Where is the ideal theatre seat for a performance?Show notesMrs Doubtfire https://www.mrsdoubtfiremusical.co.uk/People Place & Things https://peopleplacesandthingsonstage.com/Hadestown https://uk.hadestown.com/Good food recommendation: The Thin White Duke https://thethinwhiteduke.london/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
50:0902/06/2024
Episode 11 - You're not going to dance a lot in 2.22!
It's Emma and Naomi's BIRTHDAY SPECIAL! Our girls are both May babies and are ready to open the champers, get the mimosas flowing and get into the theatre reviews for May, reflect on much theatre news (and there is quite a bit this year!) and answer the BIG THEATRE QUESTION: What do you prefer Revivals or completely new plays or musicals? Show notes:CRUEL INTENTIONS: https://theotherpalace.co.uk/cruel-intentions-the-90s-musical/?_gl=1*1gv4sv5*_up*MQ..&gclid=Cj0KCQjwudexBhDKARIsAI-GWYXYveh8t2bCTfhGpm2ogrOL8qkv5HVy7B_whigatXYdnFRTWXzYXIMaAm3zEALw_wcBMACHINAL: https://www.oldvictheatre.com/stage/event/machinal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
59:5205/05/2024
Episode 10 - But then that was weird....
Your favourite theatre podcasters are BACK for another month of Theatre Reviews, BIG THEATRE QUESTIONS and chats about all things theatre and beyond! Grab your mimosa and join them for their April podcast!BIG THEATRE QUESTION - Does theatre now rely too much on a "big name" to sell a show?Show NotesOpening Night - https://www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk/whats-on/opening-nightMind Mangler - https://www.mischiefcomedy.com/whats-on/mind-mangler-member-of-the-tragic-circle/For anyone interested in Drama Training!Fourth Monkey - https://www.fourthmonkey.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43:2507/04/2024
Episode 9 - Don't Touch the Table Emma!
After attending the What’s On Stage Awards, Emma and Naomi are back together (in person!) with all the intel as well as reviews of shows in London and ones about to tour the UK! Grab a mimosa and join them for an hour of all things theatre!BIG THEATRE QUESTION - What show is the ‘one that got away’?Show NotesThe Little Big Things - https://sohoplace.org/shows/the-little-big-thingsStanding at the Sky’s Edge - https://www.skysedgemusical.com/Unfortunate - https://unfortunatemusical.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
56:2403/03/2024
Episode 8 - It's a Banger (The Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber Special)
Having gone back to see The Phantom of the Opera for the first time in over 15 years, Emma and Naomi have their mimosas ready to review some great London theatre and discuss all things Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber, as well as giving top tips for West End theatre in this feature length episode! This week's BIG THEATRE QUESTION - From what we know of the past, what is the future for Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber?Show notes/linksThe Time Traveller's Wife - https://timetravellerswife.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQiA5fetBhC9ARIsAP1UMgECDGPuyDw5sHEpJXdO4jz1Zz_djMFzS7E-ZTHI2qBLXWG5TW2WDGcaAq7kEALw_wcBThe Phantom of the Opera - https://uk.thephantomoftheopera.com/?_gl=1%2A1v2wsov%2A_ga%2AMTU2NTg0Mzg2Ni4xNzA2OTc2MDYy%2A_ga_BN6NC45MCJ%2AMTcwNjk3NjA2MS4xLjAuMTcwNjk3NjA2MS42MC4wLjA.#_ga=2.83510934.148958753.1706976062-1565843866.1706976062Americano - https://americanalondon.com/The Ivy - https://the-ivy.co.uk/Open Table - https://www.opentable.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:21:0704/02/2024
Episode 7 - It's Not for Now!
It's a New YEAR!!! And Emma and Naomi are saving the mimosas as it's been a busy Christmas! But don't fear - they are ready to give their reviews, top tips and thoughts on all things theatre in London and beyond. This week's BIG THEATRE QUESTION - What was your favourite theatre of 2023 and what are your hopes for 2024?Show notes/linksTina Turner the Musical https://tinathemusical.com/uk/Old Friends https://www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk/whats-on/old-friends Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32:0907/01/2024
Episode 6 - Do You Not Get Pie Vibes?
The mimosas are ready for the girls to give their reviews, top tips and thoughts on all things theatre in London and beyond. This week's BIG THEATRE QUESTION - How much does audience interaction enhance a show?Show notes/linksWulf and Lamb restaurant https://www.wulfandlamb.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
58:1603/12/2023
Episode 5 - But Emma Insisted!
The mimosas are ready for the girls to give their reviews, top tips and thoughts for all things theatre in London and beyond. This week's BIG THEATRE QUESTION - Is it acceptable to leave a theatre performance in the middle of the show?Show notes/linksSouthwark Playhouse - such a brilliant venue! https://southwarkplayhouse.co.uk/Mercato Metropolis - Great for dinner - https://mercatometropolitano.com/Our drinks of choice!https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00KIMR2VA?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1 - A lovely alcohol-free tipple! Follow us on instagram @emma_naomi_theatrebrunch and on X @entheatrebrunch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
56:2605/11/2023
Episode 4 - Why is he there?
The mimosas are ready for the girls to give their reviews, top tips and thoughts for all things theatre in London and beyond. This week's BIG THEATRE QUESTION - What role does the actual theatre play in complimenting a show?Show notes/linksShows that we mentioned!CABARET - https://kitkat.club/cabaret-london/WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION - https://witnesscountyhall.com/THE CROWN JEWELS - https://crownjewelsplay.com/Follow us on instagram @emma_naomi_theatrebrunch and on X @entheatrebrunch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
54:0301/10/2023
Episode 3 - If I Screamed Loud Enough!
Emma's back from Fringe and the mimosas are ready for the ladies to give their reviews and thoughts for all things theatre in London and beyond. This week's BIG THEATRE QUESTION - Do Jukebox Musicals 'work' as a musical in their own right?Show notes/linksShows that we reviewed!https://kathyandstella.com/https://www.spongebobstage.com/https://www.instagram.com/larryowenslive/Follow us on instagram @emma_naomi_theatrebrunch and on X @entheatrebrunch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
48:4203/09/2023
Episode 2 - Matilda with Swearing
Emma and Naomi are back with their latest discussions, reviews and thoughts for all things theatre in London and beyond. This week's BIG THEATRE QUESTION - What role do snacks and beverages play in enhancing the overall theatre experience? Show notes/linksShows that we reviewed!https://www.oldvictheatre.com/https://www.operationmincemeat.com/https://strangeloopmusical.com/https://tarantinolive.com/Pre-Show Restaurant Recommendation https://www.pingpongdimsum.com/ - The 50% off is from 3pm - 6pm - last seating 5.30pm - Info under 'Don't Give a Shitake'!Follow us on instagram @emma_naomi_theatrebrunch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
45:4430/07/2023
Episode 1 - Pilot - Sorry Daniel
For their first pilot episode, Emma and Naomi discuss We Will Rock You, The Pillowman and Guys and Dolls and answer the big questions 'How far in advance is too far to buy theatre tickets?' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29:3502/07/2023