the fintothewoods podcast
Join me, Finian Hackett (fintothewoods), as I talk all things theatre! From Broadway to the West End and beyond - a weekly catch-up on all the latest news, drama and reviews plus interviews with some fabulous theatrical performers...
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 33 minutes
- Episodes
- 44
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Remembering Maggie, Gavin and Ken
A look back at the careers of three actors we've sadly lost in recent weeks: Dame Maggie Smith, Gavin Creel and Ken Page
Strictly, Starlight and new Sondheim!
Join me for a full in-depth review of my time as a Strictly audience member AND my time watching Starlight! Plus all the latest on the new National season and the Gypsy casting news...
Road Show, Roommate and Really Expensive Tickets
Join me for all the latest theatre news including Covid at The Roommate, the new Palladium record and a brief history of Sondheims 'Road Show'....
Blanchett, Brighton and Breaking World Records
Join me for a review of Oliver! plus a look back at the career of the late James Earl Jones plus my visit to the Brighton Hippodrome...
In Conversation with Lauren McLavy
Straight from her year away on a cruise ship, Lauren McLavy joins me to tell all about her time playing Sandy in Grease sailing around the Caribbean!
In Conversation with Ann Harada
The original Christmas Eve in Avenue Q, Ann Harada, joins me for a chat about her lengthy career including her many appearances at The Muny, Encores and her roles in Smash and Schmigadoon!
Sigourney, Showman and Seven Dials
All the musical news from D23, The Queen of Versailles in Boston, Mamma Mia 3 and much more!
In Conversation with Keiahna Jackson-Jones
My first guest, Keiahna Jackson-Jones, joins me for a chat about drama school, life as a graduate and how rehearsals for the upcoming UK tour of Ghost are going!
Paris, Producers and plenty of Shakespeare
A review of the Olympics Opening Ceremony, Jamie Lloyd's latest theatre project and some exciting news for the podcast!
Equity, Emmys and even more concerts!
A glimpse into the Emmy nominations, Equity Vs Spotlight, Willy Wonka at the Edinburgh Fringe plus much more!
Hello, Imelda!
An in-depth insight into the brand-new revival of Hello, Dolly! - plus a look at some of the latest theatre news and drama.
Stolen slippers, Sondheim shows and Studio 54
A look at the new production of Hercules, Judy Garland's ruby slippers and Betty Boop coming to Broadway!
Tonys Galore (and so much more!)
A dive into this year's Tonys plus reviews of Sister Act. Kiss Me, Kate and Next To Normal...
Brightman, Barricades and Beaches
Join me as I discuss Audra in Gypsy, remember Richard Sherman and gossip about Sarah Brightman...
It's Today
The return is upon us! Join me as I discuss the cancellation of the Bonnie & Clyde tour, the Drama League Awards and Death Becomes Her...
Back In Business
My must-sees of 2023
A look at the year ahead and what theatrical events I'm most looking forward to...
A journey Into The Woods...
From Cher to Central Park, I take you on a whistle-stop history tour of all things Into The Woods!
Underrated Gems
A small selection of some of my favourite underrated shows that you must go and listen to! BONUS: Count how many times I say 'fun'...