Join me, Emile Ruddock and my industry friends for a cup of Tea as we discuss the ins and outs, the highs and the lows from behind the Curtain of West End Theatre. I’m Emile, an Actor currently playing in the heart of London’s Theatre District in Hamilton as Hercules Mulligan. Throughout this podcast, myself and all of the amazing people I have come to know over the years are going to share stories, tips, the good times and the bad of our experiences of Theatre in the UK with the hope of educating and inspiring both the current and the next generation of Thespians along with simply entertaining anyone who loves Theatre. I’ll be joined by Actors, Directors, Choreographers, Photographers, Musical Directors, Stage Managers, and everyone else in between who make the shows we love so much, happen. So, grab a cup of your favourite brew, sit back and let us take you through The Stage Door into the dazzling and sometimes, not so dazzling world of Theatre.
In this episode, Emile is joined by one of the best dancers in the UK at the moment, Hamilton Dance Captain - Alexzandra Sarmiento. Over a cup o' black coffee, they discuss the incredible transition she made from New York to London Theatre, what comes with being a Dance Captain for a West End show, getting into the world of Choreography, how she completely butchered a song during a 'Cats' audition and much more... Keep updated for new podcasts and extra content: WEB: acupoftheatre.co.uk TWEE...
23 Mar 2021
Ep.9 - w/ Michael Jibson (OG KING GEORGE III!!!)
In this Episode, Emile is joined by the first person he has NOT had the pleasure of working with - Original King George III in Hamilton London and all round top guy from Hull, Michael Jibson! Over a cuppa, they discuss the run up to Opening Night of Hamilton, the strong influence they both cherish for Amateur Dramatics, Emile being completely inspired by Mike's career, what it actually means to be "Stagey", what it's like to win an Olivier Award and much more... Keep updated for new po...
9 Mar 2021
Ep.8 - w/ Caroline Sheen
In this Episode, Emile is joined by friend and former castmate of an Actor-Musician production of Crazy For You, Caroline Sheen. Over a cuppa of Diet Coke, they discuss the responsibility and pressure that can come from playing a Principle Role, strong advice for auditions, being attacked by Hornets, balancing life as two parents working in the industry at top level and much more... This Episode is sponsored by 'Releva Health'. Head over to relevahealth.com/theatre and enter the code 'comfor...
23 Feb 2021
Ep.7 - w/ Waylon Jacobs
In this Episode, Emile is joined by Original Hamilton London Cast member, Waylon Jacobs. Over a cuppa, they discuss their past experiences working on Hamilton together, being tricked by Disney, the highs and lows of being a cover or a swing, the long wait after auditions, being told to be bigger, blacker and butch whilst at college and much more... This Episode is sponsored by 'Releva Health'. Head over to relevahealth.com/theatre and enter the code 'comfort' at the checkout to receive 10% ...
9 Feb 2021
Ep.6 - w/ Gavin Spokes (KING GEORGE III!)
In this Episode, Emile is joined by his Royal Highness, King George III, played amazingly by the comedy king, Gavin Spokes. Over a cuppa, they chat about being let go from the County Cricket Club, treatment of artists in TV vs Theatre, reluctance to work long running contracts, venues they would return to in a heartbeat, missing entrances to scenes onstage, literally knocking oneself out with a prop onstage and much more... This Episode is sponsored by 'Releva Health'. Head over to relevahea...
26 Jan 2021
Ep.5 - w/ Sharon Rose (ELIZA HAMILTON!)
In this Episode, Emile is joined by the smooth tones of Sharon Rose. Together, he and his fellow Hamilton castmate who plays Eliza Hamilton and stars in the new Netflix Original Christmas Spectacular 'Jingle Jangle' discuss singing like Beyoncé in Zimbabwe at the age of 8, repetitively messing up the same part of Eliza's song at the end of Hamilton, sitting down for a casual conversation with the legendary Phylicia Rashād, the joys of being part of a diverse film production and much more... ...
12 Jan 2021
Ep.4 - w/ Jon Robyns (My First KING GEORGE III)
In this Episode, Emile is joined by former Hamilton castmate as King George III and current star of the newly announced London production of Les Misérables, Jon Robyns. Over a cuppa, they discuss sitting on the feet of lead singers as a child, being part of a "Covid Safe" Les Misérables, balancing family and children with the demands of the industry, identity crisis, blubbering with emotion on opening night, the importance of knowing your sh** and much more... This Episode is sponsored...
29 Dec 2020
Ep.3 - w/ Caroline Quentin
In this Episode, Emile is joined by 'Strictly Come Dancing' contestant, British comedic legend and theatrical veteran, Caroline Quentin. Over a cuppa, they chat about the process of a week on Strictly Come Dancing, being completely captivated by imagination when acting, John Cleese not remembering her at all, the effects of awful Producers, the empowering nature of being butt naked on stage and much more... This Episode is sponsored by 'Releva Health'. Head over to relevahealth.com/theatre a...
15 Dec 2020
Ep.2 - w/ Curtis Angus (HAMILTON CAST)
In this episode, Emile is joined by 'Hamilton' castmate, Curtis Angus, currently playing 'Man 3' in the Ensemble. They go deep into the negative aspects of theatre, discussing how Curtis' childhood pressures moulded him throughout his career to give him such a strong mentality and understanding of his value. Topics include having a tantrum in ballet tights, crashing auditions, inspirational figures, getting blacklisted, industry pay, mental health and much more... Be advised, this episode fea...
1 Dec 2020
Ep.1 - w/ Allyson Ava Brown (ANGELICA SCHUYLER!)
In this episode, Emile is joined by the unbearably kind and talented lady that is Allyson Ava Brown, currently playing the role of Angelica Schuyler in London's 'Hamilton'! Join them for a cuppa as they discuss winning a MOBO award, moving from music to theatre, living without spas, bad company management, Lin Manuel Miranda crashing a prayer circle and much more... Keep updated for new podcasts and extra content: WEB: acupoftheatre.co.uk TWEET: twitter.com/acupoftheatre INSTA: instagram.com...
23 Sept 2020
Ep.0 - Introducing Your Host
In this introductory episode, the Host, Emile Ruddock, takes you on a swift and condensed journey through his career as an actor. Sit back with a cup of Tea and hear how Emile wasn't as bored as he thought he might be while watching Fred Astaire for the first time along with how he played the role of Hercules Mulligan/James Madison in the musical, Hamilton before everything devastatingly closed due to Covid-19. Also, find out what to expect with the upcoming Podcasts. Keep updated for new po...
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