This week New Zealand Stage Manager Annah Jacobs drops by the studio to join Josh as this week's guest host. Annah talks about what life is like touring New Zealand, she gives the listener a great tip on how to spike using electrical tape, we hear about out how the pandemic lead her to study a Cert in Project Management and we find out how the hell you manage a show with a REAL baby onstage!!In Act Two the duo discuss how the SM role has change with covid safety responsibilities, as well as share an insight into what they wish they knew before starting in theatre.Follow Annah on Instagram: @aj.backstage—If you'd like to ask a question to be answered on the podcast you can send them via the links below.Follow us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsFollow us on Twitter: @whispersitwingsFollow us on Facebook: Whispers In The Wings PodcastWhispers In The Wings is produced by Marker Creative Co.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Joshua on his first solo episode of Whispers in the Wings as he gathers you for another Toolbox Talk. On this weeks episode he answers one of the most asked questions from the audience... "What are the roles within Stage Management". Theatre is ever evolving and changing, and while there are many areas within theatre this episode is focused towards musical theatre.—Follow us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsFollow us on Twitter: @whispersitwingsFollow us on Facebook: Whispers In The Wings PodcastWhispers In The Wings is produced by Marker Creative Co.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Josh is joined by special guest host Tom Rogers (he/they) as the hosts dive into Tom's career. Tom started in community theatre at a young age and without any university qualifications has found their way into the industry. Gain insight from Tom and their time as a swing on shows like A Chorus Line, North By Northwest and Nearer the Gods.In Act Two we find out what are the host's favourite things about the theatre process and explore the importance of paper vs digital prompt copies.Follow Tom on Instagram: @tom.rogerss—Want to ask us a question, or share your experiences within theatre? Here’s how to reach us.DM us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsEmail us: whispersinthewingspodcast@gmail.comListen to Popcorn Podcast with Leigh and Tim here—Follow us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsFollow us on Twitter: @whispersitwingsFollow us on Facebook: Whispers In The Wings PodcastWhispers In The Wings is produced by Marker Creative Co.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Josh is joined by a very special guest host, Erin Coubrough. Erin has a diverse career in stage management working on drama, musicals, contemporary dance and ballet. She is also a seasonal lecturer in stage management at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.In Act One the hosts dive into Erin's career, and discover what the differences are between drama, musicals, contemporary dance and ballet. They discuss the importance continuing to develop your skills, and give the listeners tips and tricks of show calling and creating prompt copy.In Act Two the question of what to do after you graduate from a uni degree/diploma is explored, with Ashleigh feeling unconfident or knowledgable enough to work in the industry yet, and Andrew unsure of the timeline of how to get to where they want to be.Follow Erin on Instagram: @erincoubrough—Want to ask us a question, or share your experiences within theatre? Here’s how to reach us.DM us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsEmail us: whispersinthewingspodcast@gmail.comListen to Popcorn Podcast with Leigh and Tim here—Follow us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsFollow us on Twitter: @whispersitwingsFollow us on Facebook: Whispers In The Wings PodcastWhispers In The Wings is produced by Marker Creative Co.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks BONUS Toolbox Talk, Josh and Kelly deep dive into their SM Kits to discuss what are important items to have and what sort of kit you should purchase when you're starting out in the industry. We want to hear all about what you have in your kit, jump onto our Instagram and join the conversation. Want to ask us a question, or share your experiences within theatre? Here’s how to reach us.DM us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsEmail us: whispersinthewingspodcast@gmail.com—Follow us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsFollow us on Twitter: @whispersitwingsFollow us on Facebook: Whispers In The Wings PodcastWhispers In The Wings is produced by Marker Creative Co.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After last weeks episode all about job hunting, this week Josh and Kelly announce they have some exciting news... they have found jobs! In Act Two we find out what the hosts favourite part of backstage life, how to manage fatigue during long tech periods and if any changes need to be made for Auslan-interpreted performances.Want to ask us a question, or share your experiences within theatre? Here’s how to reach us.DM us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsEmail us: whispersinthewingspodcast@gmail.comListen to Popcorn Podcast with Leigh and Tim here—Follow us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsFollow us on Twitter: @whispersitwingsFollow us on Facebook: Whispers In The Wings PodcastWhispers In The Wings is produced by Marker Creative Co.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week the Stage Management duo talk about their expereince in job hunting - from how to find them, where to find them and when is the right time to email. In Act Two an annoymous listener writes in to get some help from the hosts on what to do when you've been offered a contract but then another potentially better offer comes your way. Want to ask us a question, or share your experiences within theatre? Here’s how to reach us.DM us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsEmail us: whispersinthewingspodcast@gmail.comListen to Popcorn Podcast with Leigh and Tim here—Follow us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsFollow us on Twitter: @whispersitwingsFollow us on Facebook: Whispers In The Wings PodcastWhispers In The Wings is produced by Marker Creative Co.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Act One this week Josh and Kelly talk about their experience on 9 to 5 after the production was struck by COVID, the hosts were given the opportunity to go above and beyond their duites as they stepped into new Stage Management roles to ensure the production was able to go ahead. In Act Two the hosts welcome their first voice message asking the question "do you prefer when things go to plan or when they go wrong", as well as the frequently asked question "Do you need to be able to read music to call a show".Want to ask us a question, or share your experiences within theatre? Here’s how to reach us.DM us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsEmail us: whispersinthewingspodcast@gmail.comListen to Popcorn Podcast with Leigh and Tim here—Follow us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsFollow us on Twitter: @whispersitwingsFollow us on Facebook: Whispers In The Wings PodcastWhispers In The Wings is produced by Marker Creative Co.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this BONUS episode of Whispers in The Wings Josh and Kelly stand around the toolbox to discuss spiking. Find out what spiking is, why you spike, how you spike, and what you spike. Want to ask us a question, or share your experiences within theatre? Here’s how to reach us.DM us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsEmail us: whispersinthewingspodcast@gmail.com—Follow us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsFollow us on Twitter: @whispersitwingsFollow us on Facebook: Whispers In The Wings PodcastWhispers In The Wings is produced by Marker Creative Co.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Say hello to your hosts, Joshua Broadbent and Kelly Plank. On this introductory episode of Whispers In The Wings take a look behind the scenes of Josh and Kelly's careers as they discuss the differences between working in Australia and the UK.Stick around for Act Two where they respond to questions related to being a Stage Management Swing and how to spike a chair.Here's how to ask a question:DM us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsEmail us whispersinthewingspodcast@gmail.comListen to Popcorn Podcast with Leigh and Tim here—Follow us on Instagram: @whispersinthewingsFollow us on Twitter: @whispersitwingsFollow us on Facebook: Whispers In The Wings PodcastWhispers In The Wings is produced by Marker Creative Co.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whispers in the Wings is a theatre podcast hosted by Joshua Broadbent and Kelly Plank, two Australian Stage Managers, with a world of experience.Each episode is divided into two acts. In Act One we will dive into a specific topic related to theatre, from rehearsals to tech, touring life, show calling, the good the bad, the ugly and so much more. In Act Two will throw to you, allowing our listeners to ask questions, advice and share your own experiences.Questions can be submitted via DM on instagram @whispersinthewings, or via whispersinthewingspodcast@gmail.com.All this information is in the show notes for each episode.Find Whispers in the Wings wherever you find your podcasts.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.