As we wrap up an exciting year of theatre, Theatre Audience Podcast reflects on the highlights of 2024. Over the course of 48 episodes, we’ve had the privilege of interviewing 48 incredible theatre creatives and reviewing an impressive 133 performances, ranging from plays and musicals to operas, dance, cabarets, and festivals. In this special end-of-year episode, we take a look back at the most memorable moments, performances, and behind-the-scenes insights that have shaped our podcast this year.
A Year of Reviews and Discoveries
From classic revivals to bold new works, our reviews this year spanned a wide variety of performances. We’ve explored the world of musicals, contemporary dance, immersive theatre, and opera, sharing our insights from the West End to regional stages across the UK. Below are some of the standout performances that captured our attention in 2024:
Top Plays of 2024:
- The Motive and the Cue
- Nowhere by Khalid Abdalla
- Harry Clarke - Billy Crudup
- The Hills of California
- Infinite Life
- People, Places, Things
- Slave Play
- Ballet Shoes
- Little Foxes
- The Lehman Trilogy
Top Musicals of 2024:
- Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club (with Layton Williams and Rhea Norwood)
- Sunset Boulevard
- Bronco Billy The Musical
- Just For One Day – The Live Aid Musical
- Duckpond
- Next to Normal
- Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York
- Hadestown
- Mean Girls
A Year of Conversations and Creativity
In 2024, we were honoured to sit down with some of the brightest minds in theatre, including award-winning directors, choreographers, emerging playwrights, and actors. These conversations provided an invaluable glimpse into the creative processes behind some of the year’s most exciting productions. Our interview highlights included Victoria Hamilton-Barritt, Jon Robyns, Karis Anderson, Asi Wind, Barry McStay, Tom Radcliffe, Chè Walker, Nancy Crane, John Hollingworth, Solomon Israel, Zachary James, James Hillier, and Neil D'Souza.
Looking Ahead
As we move into the new year, we’re excited to continue sharing our passion for the arts with our listeners. Stay tuned for more insightful interviews with theatre creatives, in-depth reviews, and insider information about the must-see performances of 2025.
Thank You for a Fantastic Year
A huge thank you to all the creatives who joined us on the podcast and to our listeners for your continued support throughout 2024. We can’t wait to bring you even more exciting episodes in the year ahead!
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