Stage Door Podcast

A podcast talking all things theatre from auditioning to onstage horror stories with special guest appearances from some of Australia's leading creators. Conveniently hosted by two over caffeinated thespians, we can't wait to share our love of theatre with you all. If you have any stories or any feedback you can contact us vie our instagram: ps.stagedoorpod or vie email: ps.stagedoor.podcast@gmail.com

Stage Door Podcast is a arts podcast hosted by Tori Bullard & Eliza Gunther, with 123 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.

Tori Bullard & Eliza Gunther hosts Stage Door Podcast, a arts show with 123 episodes published.

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  Trusting Your Gut and Going Gothic: Louisa Mignone’s Journey on MTC’s ‘Rebecca’

  Oct 21, 202544 minS0

  <p>Louisa Mignone joins us to chat about her first time assistant directing and what it really takes to bring Rebecca to life on stage at Melbourne Theatre Company.</p> <p><br></p> <p>From reacting to the script for the first time to landing the job, Louisa takes us inside the creative process of this gothic classic. We talk about learning from the powerhouse team behind the show, trusting your gut, and shifting from actor to creative, and how that change means seeing the bigger picture in a whole new way.</p> <p><br></p> <p>It’s an ho...

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  Booked, Blessed & (Briefly) Broken: The Catch-Up Episode

  Oct 6, 202555 minS0

  <p>After an accidental three month hiatus featuring unexpected circumstances and a whole lot of being booked and blessed, we’re finally back behind the mic. In this long overdue catch up, Tori spills on their award winning cabaret debut and the making their lead debut in ‘Bonny & Read’, while Eliza fills us in on getting back into the creative swing after an unexpected break.</p> <p><br></p> <p>We’re talking chaos, comebacks, creative highs and lows, and everything in between. It’s real, it’s funny, and it’s exactly the Stage Door energy you’ve missed.</p> <p><br></p> <...

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  Audition Secrets, Indie Hustle & Rehearsal Real Talk with Alexander Berlage and Chiara Assetta

  Jun 3, 202523 minS0

  <p>What actually makes you stand out in an audition room?</p> <p>In part two of our chat with Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown director Alexander Berlage and choreographer Chiara Assetta, dive into the heart of casting, what they look for, what makes an audition room come alive, and how young performers can bring their boldest selves into the space.</p> <p><br></p> <p>We also zoom out to talk about what it really takes to build a show from the ground up, especially in the world of indie theatre. If you're an actor wanting...

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  Inside the Chaos: Alexander Berlage & Chiara Assetta on Directing, Choreographing, and Surviving Women on the Verge (part 1)

  May 20, 202526 minS0

  <p>In Part 1 of our two-part deep dive into Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, we chat with director Alexander Berlage and choreographer Chiara Assetta about the bold creative choices behind this chaotic, heartfelt and surreal musical. Alex shares what initially drew him to the show and how he’s crafted a cohesive vision, while Chiara unpacks her story-first approach to choreography and how she adapted it for the intimacy of The Hayes. We also explore how the team balanced farce, emotion, and heightened reality in the rehearsal room to bring this unique piece to life.</p> <p>🎧 Part...

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  From Satine to Velma: Alinta Chidzey on Rejection, Resilience & Finding Your Place

  May 6, 202534 minS0

  <p>In this episode, we’re joined by the phenomenal Alinta Chidzey—star of Moulin Rouge, Chicago, West Side Story, and so much more. We dive into the realities behind the sparkle: handling rejection, surviving the audition grind, and carving out a sustainable, fulfilling career in the arts. Whether you’re chasing your first big break or navigating longevity in the industry, Alinta brings honesty, warmth, and some seriously valuable advice.</p> <p><br></p> <p>🎧 Tune in now and be the first to meet the cast before they hit the stage.</p> <p><br></p> <p>🎭 Strictly Baz Luhrmann is on at HOT...

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