Goodversations Theatre Podcast

Our guest today is Vivian Panka, who is currently playing Regina George in the UK & Ireland tour of Mean Girls. She previously starred as Alana Beck in the UK Tour of Dear Evan Hansen, brought razor-sharp bite to Heather Duke in Heathers, and toured the country as Judy Bernly in 9 to 5 - three wildly different roles that showcase just how versatile Vivian is on stage. Originally from The Netherlands and having moved to the UK during COVID to pursue this career path, Vivian’s professional journey has been nothing short of impressive. Tune in as we talk all about crafting an international career, stepping into the legendary shoes of Regina George, navigating life on tour, and so much more. ______ Follow Vivian on Instagram: @vivianpanka Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations ______ If you enjoyed this episode, please share it on your social media stories! In this way, more people will get to hear Vivian’s thoughts on the industry. Be sure to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for a fresh batch of weekly episodes, featuring the stars of Chess on Broadway, Chicago, Moulin Rouge and more.  

Our guest today is the delightful Sophie Carmen-Jones, who played Nini in the original London cast of Moulin Rouge before bringing that same performance to Broadway. She is currently commanding the stage as Velma Kelly in Broadway’s Chicago - a role that, as it turns out, has been on her bucket list since day one. Sophie is a true gem and it was an honor to have her on the show. Join us as we talk all about her journey from the West End to Broadway, manifesting her turn as Velma Kelly, adjusting to life in the spotlight and so much more. ______ Follow Sophie on Instagram: @sophiecarmenjones Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations ______ If you enjoyed this episode, please share it on your social media stories! In this way, more people will get to hear Sophie’s thoughts on the industry. Be sure to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for a fresh batch of weekly episodes, featuring the stars of Chess on Broadway, Mean Girls, Moulin Rouge and more.

Goodversations is evolving. While celebrating all things theatre remains at the core of what we do, for the first time in 7 years, we are opening the door to other creatives from different areas of the entertainment world. In addition to your favorite theatre makers, we'll also be chatting with professional dancers, television actors, content creators, musicians and more — those who put themselves out there as artists and are fueled by love for what they do. With deeply human, funny, and insightful conversations ahead, this next chapter of Goodversations invites you to connect with your favorite artists not just as creators — but as people.

Join me and today's guest Khori Michelle Petinaud (Aladdin, Moulin Rouge!, Dancin, Chicago) as we talk through her illustrious resume, discuss industry changes she hopes to see in the future, and of course chat all things Chicago. ______ Follow Khori on Instagram: @kmr8787 Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and today's guest Amanda Jane Cooper as we talk all about starring as Broadway's 15th Anniversary Glinda in Wicked, getting married in a virtual ceremony during the pandemic and finding wonder in the everyday. ______   Follow Amanda on Instagram: @amandajanecoop Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and today's guest Natalie Paris as we talk all about her iconic portrayal of Jane Seymour in Six the Musical, growing up in the spotlight and getting crafty during quarantine. ______   Follow Natalie on Instagram: @nataliemayparis Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and today's guest Allyson Ava-Brown as we talk all about West End's smash hit musical Hamilton, the power of inspiration and bond over being introverts in a traditionally extroverted industry. ______ Follow Allyson on Instagram: @allysonavabrown Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and today's guest Megan Hilty as we talk all about her most celebrated performances on stage and screen, her career philosophy and the lessons learnt along the way. ______ Follow Megan on Instagram: @meganhilty Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and today's guest Maiya Quansah-Breed as we talk all about Six the Musical, performing at the Oliviers and look back at the wild ride that was 2020. ______   Follow Maiya on Instagram: @maiyaqb Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and today's guest Paul Wilkins as we talk all about Hair the Musical, exploring his creativity on his own terms through producing and being a teaching artist,  and how his perception of what it means to be a leading actor in a show has changed over the years. ______ Follow Paul on Instagram: @Paul_WilkinsUK Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and today's guest Cassidy Janson as we talk all about &Juliet the Musical, her dream Olivier Awards opening number and how she is navigating the current situation around us. ______ Follow Cassidy on Instagram: @CassidyJanson Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and Sarah from ThriftyTheatreLondon for this very special interview with actress and playwright Katie Arnstein as we chat all about her trilogy of one-woman plays, overcoming imposter syndrome and her love for all things fringe theatre. ______ Follow Katie on Twitter: @katiearnstein Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations Follow ThriftyTheatreLondon on Instagram: @thriftytheatrelondon

Join me and today's guest Steph Parry as we talk all about Mamma Mia! The Party, making bold choices and that time she saved the day at Mamma Mia while being a standby in 42nd Street on the West End. ______ Follow Steph on Instagram: @thatstephparry Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and today's guest Marcus Harman as we talk all about Dear Evan Hansen, being vulnerable on stage and embracing the idea of 'failing forward'. ______ Follow Marcus on Instagram: @marcus.harman Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and today's guest - Olivier and Tony Award winning actor Gavin Creel - as we talk all about his experience of playing Dr. Pomatter opposite Sara Bareilles in Waitress, being an introverted extrovert and how his definition of success has changed over the years. Plus, hear us geek out about the surprising connection between Gavin and Goodversations podcast!   Connect with Gavin on Instagram: @gavincreelofficial Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations  

Join me and today’s guest Tamara McKoy-Patterson as we talk all about Theatre Peckham's new Christmas panto, Jack and the Beanstalk! Hear us discuss her role in the show, doing panto vs. a regular musical, sharing the stage with 24 children and so much more. ____ Connect with Tamara on Instagram: @tamara.mckoypatterson Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and today’s guest Tarik Frimpong (Mary Poppins Returns, Aladdin, The Lion King) as we talk all about his experience being part of these amazing stage and screen projects! Plus, hear us talk about performance anxiety, making bold choices, his experience moving across the world to pursue his passion, and so much more. ____ Connect with Tarik on Instagram: @tarikfrimpong Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and today’s guest Desi Oakley as she walks us through her impressive Broadway resume which includes roles in fan favourite musicals such as Wicked, Chicago and Waitress on tour.  Plus, hear Desi talk about discovering "her" Jenna, tapping into her own creativity as a singer-songwriter and finding her place on the Great White Way. ____ Connect with Desi on Instagram: @desioakley Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and today’s guest Nicholas Podany as we talk all about Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway! Plus, hear Nicholas share embarrassing audition stories, talk about near death experiences (he's had two!) and discuss the relationship between creativity and courage. ____ Connect with Nicholas on Instagram: @nicholaspodany Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations

Join me and today’s guest Sarah O'Connor as we talk all about Waitress, making her Jenna debut and the magic recipe behind the sweetest show on the West End. Plus, hear Sarah answer YOUR burning questions! ____ Connect with Sarah on Instagram: @sarah_c_oconnor Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations ____