Whispers in the Wings

ABOUT

Welcome to Whispers in the Wings, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the theatrical world! Join host Australian-based 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 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.

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Episodes

Establishing great foundations to ensure a shows success – with guest host Monique Orton

Join Joshua Broadbent as he learns all about the world of sound with special guest host Monique Orton. Monique Orton is live entertainment tech working in Australian theatre, cabaret, music, burlesque, circus and comedy. She shares her experiences on YouTube, aiming to provide fans with a behind-the-scenes look ...

August 14, 2023

Pushing the boundaries of “traditional theatre” – with guest host Daniel Story

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July 8, 2023

Don’t forget the blu tack – with guest host Darren Kowacki

To celebrate the launch of Season 2 Josh is joined by Stage Manager turned Production Manager Darren Kowacki. Darren Kowacki has been immersed in the entertainment industry for two decades, taking on creative and production roles. With a background in stage management and production, he has contributed to ...

June 25, 2023

How to manage a show with a real live baby onstage – with guest host Annah Jacobs

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 ...

October 5, 2022

Toolbox Talk: Roles within Stage Management

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, ...

September 21, 2022

From community theatre to super swing – with guest host Tom Rogers

This week Josh is joined by special guest host Tom Rogers (them/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 ...

August 7, 2022

Developing your Stage Management skills – with guest host Erin Coubrough

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 ...

July 26, 2022

Toolbox Talk: What’s in your Stage Management Kit

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 ...

May 15, 2022

What’s happening in 2022 for Josh and Kelly

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 ...

May 2, 2022

How to find a job in Stage Management

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 ...

April 17, 2022

Working on 9 to 5 (The Musical) – Stage Managers save the day!

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 ...

April 3, 2022

Toolbox Talk: Spiking

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 ...

March 14, 2022

Meet Stage Managers Josh and Kelly

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 ...

March 8, 2022

Trailer – Whispers in the Wings

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March 1, 2022