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This episode covers the launch of Sting's musical The Last Ship, Gary Oldman's performance in Krapp's Last Tape, and other theatrical works.

This episode, we celebrate the launch of Sting's return to the stage in The Last Ship, witness Sir Gary Oldman's extraordinary theatrical comeback in Krapp's Last Tape, revisit the magical world of My Neighbour Totoro, enjoy the romantic chaos of Stage Kiss, and experience Cynthia Erivo's astonishing one-woman performance in Dracula. The Last Ship We attended the media launch for The Last Ship, the acclaimed musical from 17-time Grammy Award winner Sting, which sails into Theatre Royal Drury Lane this autumn. Featuring a new book by Barney Norris, directed by Leo Warner, with set and video design by 59, this reimagined production sees Sting himself taking on the role of Jackie White. Inspired by his own upbringing in Wallsend, The Last Ship tells the moving story of a shipbuilding community facing the loss of its livelihood, combining powerful storytelling with some of Sting's most beloved music. We discuss the launch event and what audiences can expect from one of the most anticipated musical theatre events of the year. Krapp's Last Tape Academy Award winner Sir Gary Oldman makes his long-awaited return to the stage after nearly four decades in Samuel Beckett's Krapp's Last Tape…

People in this episode

Hosts: Natalie Maher, Darren Murphy

Topics covered

• theatre
• musical
• performance
• acting
• storytelling
• drama

Keywords

• The Last Ship
• Krapp's Last Tape
• Sting
• Gary Oldman
• theatre
• musical
• performance
• Cynthia Erivo
• Stage Kiss
• Dracula

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Royal Court Theatre, 59

Books & works: The Last Ship, Krapp's Last Tape, My Neighbour Totoro, Stage Kiss, Dracula

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