Whispers In The Wings

Welcome to Whispers in the Wings, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the theatrical world! Join host Australian-based Associate Producer and Stage Manager Joshua Broadbent as he welcomes seasoned industry professionals to share their fascinating career journeys, from humble beginnings to the exhilarating present. With a focus on stage managers and technical creatives, each episode dives deep into their experiences, passions, and even the challenges they've faced along the way. This podcast is a must-listen for stage managers, theatre enthusiasts, and anyone aspiring to pursue a career in the industry. With an active working creative as your guide, get ready for an informative and entertaining exploration of the backstage realm. Whispers In The Wings is proudly a part of the Broadway Podcast Network. Questions can be submitted any time on Instagram @WhispersInTheWings . Whispers in the Wing

Whispers In The Wings is a arts podcast hosted by Joshua Broadbent, with 19 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Joshua Broadbent hosts Whispers In The Wings, a arts show with 19 episodes published.

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  Reimagining how (and why) we make art

  Dec 11, 202556 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Whispers in the Wings, Joshua is joined by multi-hyphenate artist Evan J. Lawson (he/they) — composer, writer, curator, singer, conductor, and Artistic Director of Melbourne’s Forest Collective. With a career that refuses to sit neatly in one box, Evan shares how following multiple creative threads has shaped a practice that lives at the crossroads of music, theatre, opera and community.</p> <p>Together, they dive into the surprisingly powerful world of Tessitura (yes, the ticketing CRM!), why learning the so-called “unsexy” skills can be the key to staying employed, and how Forest Collective creates brave, interdi...

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  It’s knowing when not to press the button - with Dale Norris

  Nov 20, 202554 minS3

  <p>Join Joshua as he chats with freelance Production Manager, Operations Specialist, and Special Effects Supervisor ⁠⁠Dale Norris⁠⁠, whose career spans theatre, large-scale city events, and lighting up the sky with meticulously crafted pyrotechnic spectacles.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Dale shares his journey from studying technical production at QUT to finding his place in event operations, production management, and ultimately designing and delivering fireworks for some of Queensland’s biggest celebrations. He opens up about balancing study with industry work, moving from backstage technician to client-facing creative, and how switching to a 9–5 reshaped his wellbeing and work–life balance.</p> <p><br></p>...

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  You start when the queen is ready and the vibes are right - with Caitie Murphy

  Oct 30, 202559 minS0

  <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>In this episode, we discuss what it’s like to manage shows that thrive on improvi...

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  Rewriting the script of my theatre journey - with Joshua Broadbent

  Oct 9, 202545 minS0

  <p>Whispers in the Wings is back! Guest host Tim Iffland (Popcorn Podcast) turns the mic on Josh for a candid chat about life after stage management, career pivots, and finding balance in the creative chaos. From backstage to Producing and beyond, Josh opens up about burnout, growth, and rediscovering the magic of theatre — one act at a time.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Connect with Tim on Instagram, and listen to Popcorn Podcast with Leigh and Tim wherever you find your podcasts! </p> <p><br></p> <p>World Mental Health Day: Take a moment to check in with yourself and th...

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  Places, Please! — A Season 3 Sneak Peek

  Sep 29, 20256 minS0

  <p>Whispers in the Wings is back for Season 3! After two years away, the podcast returns with new conversations, fresh insights into the magic of theatre, and plenty of tips and tricks to take backstage with you.</p> <p>This sneak peek episode gives you a taste of what’s coming this season, with clips from the first three guest spot episodes:</p> <p>➡️ Caitie Murphy — Stage Manager</p> <p>➡️ Dale Norris — Production Manager / Special Effects Supervisor</p> <p>➡️ Evan J Lawson — Artistic Director</p> <p>The first full episode drops on October 10 (aka International Stage Managers’ Day), where Josh shares what he’s been up to s...

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