Join Josh as he chats with stage manager ⁠Caitie Murphy⁠, who swears drag shows are “held together with gaff tape and prayer,” and whose work spans theatre, opera and the glitter-filled world of drag.

Caitie shares her journey from studying music to calling operas and managing the beautiful chaos of drag shows. She opens up about the realities of working in nightlife venues, the importance of safety and boundaries, and how her love of music and theatre collide in unexpected ways.

In this episode, we discuss what it’s like to manage shows that thrive on improvisation, the challenges of working in non-traditional spaces, the overlap between drag and theatre, and how to protect your wellbeing while keeping the show running smoothly.

This episode touches on topics of safety and wellbeing within live performance spaces. If you or anyone you know is in need of support, please reach out to Support Act, who offer a free, confidential counselling service for anyone working in Australian music or the arts by calling 1800 959 500. If you’re overseas or outside the industry, please reach out to your local support service.

You can find Caitie online at caitiemurphysm.com.au, on Instagram at @caitiemurph

–

Follow us on Instagram: @whispersinthewings
Follow us on TikTok: @whispersinthewings
Follow us on Facebook: Whispers In The Wings Podcast

Whispers In The Wings is produced by Marker Creative Co, and is a proud member of the Broadway Podcast Network.

Whispers in the Wings acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Always was, always will be Aboriginal Land.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices