The Stage 8 Podcast
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S2E6 Stage 8 Wrapped 2025
🎙️ The Final Stage 8 Podcast of the Year 🎭We’re closing the curtain on an unforgettable year at Stage 8 ✨In our final podcast episode of the year, we’re taking a moment to pause, reflect, and…
S2E5 Herding Holiday Cats
This week on The Stage 8 Podcast, chaos reigns in the most festive way possible! We’re talking all things Elf the Musical, from the glittering Sparklejollylaunchyparty to the arrival of our…
S2E4 Scenic cloths & chaos!!
This week, we’re coming to you live (ish) from holiday mode! We chat all about the hilarious chaos of getting our scenic cloths printed abroad — from lost translations to why Jay finds our contacts…
S2E3 ELF : Meet our Jovie
This week we’re joined by the fabulous Jodie, who brings everyone’s favourite Christmas cynic-turned-romantic Jovie to life in Elf The Musical! 💫We chat about what it’s like stepping into such an…
S2E2 MARKETING ELF WITH RHYS!!
In this episode, we’re joined by our marketing genius Rhys for a deep dive into all things marketing, going viral, and the chaos that comes with it! 💥We chat about the secrets behind Stage 8’s…
S2E1 We're Back!!
Stage 8 Podcast – Season 2, Episode 1WE’RE BACK!! We’re back! After a summer break, the Stage 8 Podcast returns for Season 2, kicking things off with a jam-packed episode. Join us as we catch up on…
NYC ROUND UP!
🎭 NYC ROUND-UP: Broadway, Bagels & Big Dreams 🗽In this episode, we wrap up our whirlwind adventure to the Big Apple! From show-stopping musicals to inspiring workshops at the Broadway Teachers…
So The Thing Is...
BRB having too much fun!!!
NYC BABEY!
We’ve landed, we’ve lounged, and we’ve levelled up… welcome to NYC BABEY! 🇺🇸✈️🎭In this episode, we take you along for the ride as we kick off our Broadway adventure in style! From the chaos of the…
Elective Picking PANIC!!
This week, join Cath and Jay as they dive headfirst into the beautiful chaos of choosing their electives for the upcoming Broadway Teachers Workshop in none other than New York City, baby! 🎭✈️Things…
The Elf on the Pharmacy Shelf - Tina Loosmore
This week on The Stage 8 Podcast, we’re joined by the brilliant Tina – who’s taking on the role of Emily Hobbs in our upcoming production of Elf the Musical.We chat about her journey with Stage 8,…
Lifting the curtain : Lucy Beddall
This week on The Stage 8 Podcast, we’re joined by the brilliant Lucy Beddall from TEN:15 Marketing – a woman who wears many hats. From teaching Jay back in his uni days to working together on arts…
Bitter Sweet Travels & Emotional Podcasters!
This week, we’re diving into the glitz and grind of professional development in the theatre world. Why are so many of the best training opportunities across the pond in NYC? Where’s the UK love? We…
Boujee Blazers & Backstage Bedlam
It’s that time of year — the sun’s (sometimes) shining, the kids are chaotic, and theatre school life is in full end-of-term madness… even though we are only 3 weeks into term!! In this episode, we…
Cast lists and workshops
Jay and Cath are back with their usual chat and distractions! Today we talk the newly released cast list for Stage 8 Productions upcoming production of Elf the musical, and we discuss what workshops…
This Week at Stage 8: Elf, SpongeBob & Shenanigans
This week, Jay and Cath sit down for their weekly catch-up, chatting all things Elf the Musical, a bit of SpongeBob, and the usual Stage 8 chaos. From rehearsal updates to behind-the-scenes fun, it’s…
Broadway Bound & Would You Rather Madness!
In this episode, we’re buzzing with excitement as we count down to our upcoming trip to New York City for the Broadway Teachers Workshop – less than five weeks to go! We chat about what this…
Marcus? Curtis? Meet the man behind the many names!
In this episode, we’re joined by the one and only Marcus – student, student helper, and budding tech theatre legend! From learning lines to laying cables, Marcus gives us the inside scoop on what…
Improv, catch ups and embarrassing stories!!
In this week’s episode, we’re catching up, cracking up, and fully embracing the chaos. Join us for a laugh-filled session as we dive into some improv games that definitely go off-script and hear all…
Behind The Curtain With Cath Merrell
In this week’s episode of The Stage 8 Podcast, we’re lifting the curtain and heading backstage for a chat with our brilliant Technical Director, Cath! From lighting plots and sound desks to building…
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The Stage 8 Podcast has published 43 episodes since February 2025, covering topics in Arts, Hobbies.
The Stage 8 Podcast is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 39m.
