Subculture Theatre/Comedy/Literature Interviews & Reviews

This episode features an interview with Asher Griffith-Jones, a star of Thrones the Musical Parody, discussing the show's plot as a Game of Thrones parody, his understudy role, and the comedic elements that make it a hit in Melbourne.

This interview features comedian Mickey Wilson discussing his extensive 2026 comedy tour, including stops at the Adelaide Fringe, and shares insights into starting his career in Darwin and moving to Melbourne to develop his skills.

Author Nikki Brook discusses her new space adventure novel 'The Huxley and Fox', detailing its sapphic subplot, character inspirations from Star Wars, and world-building with Chinese and Greek mythology.

This episode features an interview with Troy Rainbow, the creator of the immersive theatre experience The Door in Question in Footscray, Melbourne.

This interview features comedian Dane Simpson discussing his world premiere show 'Black Holes' at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, his journey from Wagga Wagga to TV fame, and his collaboration with Isaac Compton, who brings social media sketch experience to their partnership.

The episode reviews a new cabaret show in Melbourne, focusing on the Viva venue in North Melbourne, which is praised for its luxurious and surprising transformation from an old factory into an elite performance space.

This interview features Bronnie Lane discussing her show Popera, which combines pop and opera into an interactive game show with a feminist narrative.

Stephen Mahy discusses his role in the encore season of Footloose the Musical in Melbourne, revealing how he approaches playing Reverend Shaw and the show's deeper themes.

This episode features an interview with Laura and Ollie from the Barden Party, discussing their Shakespeare double bill show coming to Melbourne.

An interview with Carlos Zayed and Aurora Kurth, creators and performers of the new Melbourne theatrical show Loving the Alien, which uses David Bowie's music.

Host Kyle reviews National Theatre Live's filmed production of Bernard Shaw's 'Mrs.

This interview features actors Dylan Smith and Jordan Briggs discussing their roles in the play 'Red' by John Logan, which explores artist Mark Rothko's moral conflict over a commercial commission.

This interview features Jarrod Moore, star of Footloose the Musical, discussing the show's return to Melbourne and his journey from newcomer to lead role, including his post-COVID career start and audition story.

Host Kyle reviews a bizarre live comedy show by Ned at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

This episode discusses the Port Arthur massacre and the play 'Beyond the Neck' that aims to heal the wounds from the tragedy.

An interview with Dean Robinson about his new show 'Peter Pan, A Twinkle in Time' for the Midsummer Festival in Melbourne.

The host reviews the burlesque show Vicious at Viva in Melbourne, recommending it as an adult-oriented late-night performance.

The host reviews the Maho Magic Bar in Melbourne, a Japanese-style magic bar with intimate table magic performances.

Katie Reddin-Clancy says Endgame leaves audiences reflecting on life choices and noticing the universe’s repeated signs.

Co-hosts Kyle and Dave review the Melbourne production of Jesus Christ Superstar, discussing its perspective from Judas and its humanized portrayal of Jesus.

An interview with performer Carol Whitfield about her Melbourne Fringe Festival show exploring Amy Winehouse's musical talent.

An interview with Teresa, star of the new Melbourne production of A Chorus Line, discussing her role and the show.

Host Kyle reviews a new production of Frankenstein, detailing the plot and characters.

A review and discussion of the Melbourne theatre production 'The Boy from Oz', focusing on the performance of Matthew Hadcraft as Peter Allen.

Dave and Kyle review The Woman in Black at Melbourne's Athenaeum Theatre, focusing on John Waters, Daniel McPherson, and the production's two-actor structure.

Russell Gibson connects childhood $2 card packets with today's roughly $10 basketball packs and changing collector priorities.