Uncle Andy
About this episode
Tom Allen welcomes Uncle Andy to discuss his experiences in show business and the performing arts.
This week, I welcome someone particularly special into the garden, Uncle Andy! 🌿✨ A close family friend, Uncle Andy was the first person I knew who worked in the glittering world of show business and, to a tiny Tom Allen, proof that a life on the stage was possible! 🎭 We chat about his extraordinary years in the theatre, from eight shows a week with Angela Lansbury to working with THE Barbra Streisand. We also delve into Polari, the realities of being gay in the performing arts and take a truly delightful trip down memory lane. I do very much hope you enjoy! So, curtains up! Grab yourself a freshly squeezed orange juice, settle into your finest chair, and come Pottering with us. 🪴 🎧 Watch on YouTube and Spotify, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. And please do like and subscribe, or leave a review! @tomallen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
People in this episode
Host: Tom Allen
Guest: Uncle Andy
Topics covered
- theatre
- show business
- gay culture
- memory lane
- performing arts
Keywords
- theatre
- show business
- Angela Lansbury
- Barbra Streisand
- Polari
- gay culture
- memory lane
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Polari
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