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LETS MEET OUR GUEST FOR THE FIRST SHOW OF THE YEAR THIS SUNDAY!Ian. G returns to the studio for the first show of 2026, ...
02/01/2026

LETS MEET OUR GUEST FOR THE FIRST SHOW OF THE YEAR THIS SUNDAY!

Ian. G returns to the studio for the first show of 2026, with your award winning theatre radio show! This is the best place to hear the latest news, views, rumours and most importantly music from the world of theatre.

This week we are joined by Brad Wendes, the movement & combat specialist from the English National Opera & the founder of Kinetix Academy!

Brad Wendes is a multidisciplinary creative leader who brings over 20 years of hands-on experience to theatre, film, movement and mentoring. Equally at home onstage, on set, on a training floor or in front of an audience, Brad’s work sits where physical storytelling meets people-first leadership, choreography and action that serve the story, and leadership that puts people at the centre of great performance and reliable delivery.

As a theatre choreographer, movement director and action arranger, Brad has credits across major West End and touring productions and has worked on Olivier Award–winning shows and with high-profile performers. His stage and screen work is known for its theatrical clarity, safety-first approach and attention to emotional truth, helping directors and performers tell stronger stories through movement. These credits and his long history supplying choreography and consultancy for theatre and film underpin his reputation as a trusted creative collaborator.

In 2008, as a working professional with teaching experience, Brad started teaching physical skills at the East 15 Acting School where he taught on the Acting & Stage Combat, Physical Theatre, and World Theatre courses.

Get involved, tune in & enjoy non-stop musical theatre anthems! You can listen online - on the app - or on the website! Sunday from 1-4pm only on City Sound Radio.



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01/01/2026

WE CAN NOT WAIT TO SEE WHAT'S IN-STORE FOR 2026!

As we now say goodbye to 2025, we want to take a moment to look at all the incredible pieces of theatre we have had the privilege to see throughout the year & cannot wait to see what's going to happen to 2026!

Here's to all our incredible followers, listeners, supporters and team! We wish you the most wonderful year filled with love, laughter and a ridiculous amount of theatre!

31/12/2025

Where ever you are and how ever you're celebrating we hope 2026 is bright & beautiful for everyone!

With all our love from everyone at Ovation 💙❤️💛💚

30/12/2025

THIS NEVER FAILS TO MAKE US SMILE!

Sometimes you just need a little moment of musical theatre gold to make you smile to see out 2025.

CATCHUP IS LIVE FOR YOUR LISTENING PLEASURE!Ian. G & Jenna returned to the studio for the last time this year with the a...
29/12/2025

CATCHUP IS LIVE FOR YOUR LISTENING PLEASURE!

Ian. G & Jenna returned to the studio for the last time this year with the award-winning theatre radio show with the latest news, views, rumours and music from the world of theatre

They played TOP-TRUMPS OF MUSICAL THEATRE! Cameron Mackintosh vs Andrew Lloyd Webber, find out who come out on top? Who had the best tracks from the best shows?!? You can help decide!

You can catchup at your leisure by listening via the link below, the mixcloud app and the direct link in our stories! Get your weekly theatrefix now!

https://www.mixcloud.com/CitySoundChelmsford/ovation-with-ian-g-sun-28th-december-2025/




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WE ABSOLUTELY LOVE CHARACTER PORTRAITS!Check out the character portraits of the world premiere cast of new musical Beaut...
29/12/2025

WE ABSOLUTELY LOVE CHARACTER PORTRAITS!

Check out the character portraits of the world premiere cast of new musical Beautiful Little Fool, which plays at Southwark Playhouse Borough from the 15th January - 28th February.

The cast includes David Hunter as F. Scott, alongside Lauren Ward as Scottie, and Hannah Corneau as Zelda.

With music and lyrics by Hannah Corneau and a book by Mona Mansour, directed by Michael Greif, Beautiful Little Fool tells the story of Zelda and F. Scott Fitzgerald through the eyes of their daughter Scottie, as she rediscovers the lives and writings of her brilliant and tempestuous parents.

The company is completed by David Austin-Barnes as ensemble/cover F.Scott, Amy Parker as Ensemble/cover Scottie and Zelda, and Jasmine Hackett as swing.

Told through the eyes of their adult daughter Scottie, Beautiful Little Fool tells the story of Zelda and F. Scott Fitzgerald: brilliant, tempestuous and infamous.

Years on from the Roaring Twenties, with the party long over, the lives and writings of Scottie’s legendary parents are brought vividly to life in this new musical.

The release of the full Beautiful Little Fool concept album – featuring Jessie Mueller, Ryan Vasquez and Hannah Corneau – continues to build excitement ahead of the London premiere. Following the first single 'So Alive', sung by Jessie Mueller, audiences can also enjoy 'One Night in July', available to stream alongside the complete album on all major platforms, including Spotify and Amazon.

Recorded in New York with orchestrations and musical direction by Adam Rothenberg, the album offers an early introduction to Hannah Corneau’s lush and emotionally charged score.

The London production of Beautiful Little Fool will have orchestrations by Adam Rothenberg, musical direction by Jerome van den Berghe, set design by Shankho Chaudhuri, costumes by Laura Hopkins, lighting by Ben Stanton, and sound by Dominic Bilkey.

📷 Richard Lakos



WE HAVE AN ULTIMATE END OF YEAR SHOW THIS SUNDAY!Ian. G & Jenna returns to the studio for the last time this year with o...
27/12/2025

WE HAVE AN ULTIMATE END OF YEAR SHOW THIS SUNDAY!

Ian. G & Jenna returns to the studio for the last time this year with our award-winning show with the latest news, views, rumours and music from the world of theatre.

We are playing TOP-TRUMPS OF MUSICAL THEATRE! Cameron Mackintosh vs Andrew Lloyd Webber, who will come out on top? Who has the best tracks from the best shows?!? You can help decide!

Get involved, tune in & enjoy non-stop musical theatre anthems! You can listen online - on the app - or on the website! Sunday from 1-4pm only on City Sound Radio!




💻Listen live at www.citysound.radio
📱On app
🔊Tell your smart speaker to ‘play city sound radio’

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GRAB THE LAST FEW SECOND ROUND RELEASE OF TICKETS NOW!!!After our last sell-out night at Chelmsford's Hotbox Live in the...
27/12/2025

GRAB THE LAST FEW SECOND ROUND RELEASE OF TICKETS NOW!!!

After our last sell-out night at Chelmsford's Hotbox Live in the heart of the city, we are coming back, bigger, bolder & brighter!

Musical Theatre Anthems is the only club night in Chelmsford, bringing nothing but musical theatre anthems all night long.

We have guest performances from some of the best MT Performers from across Essex. So, grab your friends, drink, dance, and sing along to the very best music from the world of theatre.

This event is presented by Ovation, your local Theatre Radio Show with City Sound Radio: the voice of Chelmsford.

We are joined by Katie Doran, Lauren Byford, Josh Handley & Jonny Buxton performing at the return of Musical Theatre Anthems!

Essex's only Musical Theatre Club Night!

https://dice.fm/event/v3kyl7-musical-theatre-anthems-6th-mar-hot-box-chelmsford-tickets

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WE HAVE AN ULTIMATE END OF YEAR SHOW THIS SUNDAY!Ian. G & Jenna returns to the studio for the last time this year with o...
26/12/2025

WE HAVE AN ULTIMATE END OF YEAR SHOW THIS SUNDAY!

Ian. G & Jenna returns to the studio for the last time this year with our award-winning show with the latest news, views, rumours and music from the world of theatre.

We are playing TOP-TRUMPS OF MUSICAL THEATRE! Cameron Macintosh vs Andrew Lloyd Webber, who will come out on top? Who has the best tracks from the best shows?!? You can help decide!

Get involved, tune in & enjoy non-stop musical theatre anthems! You can listen online - on the app - or on the website! Sunday from 1-4pm only on City Sound Radio!




💻Listen live at www.citysound.radio
📱On app
🔊Tell your smart speaker to ‘play city sound radio’

Contact the studio
WhatsApp 07568 771825
Email [email protected]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - "FULL OF THE 3 R's RUDE, RAUNCHY & UTTERLY RIDICULOUS!"Last night we were kindly invited along to see the lat...
23/12/2025

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - "FULL OF THE 3 R's RUDE, RAUNCHY & UTTERLY RIDICULOUS!"

Last night we were kindly invited along to see the latest production from The Entertainment Providers. An Adult Panto of Sinderella at the Scala London. This production knew how get the crowd going.

The production had all the traditional elements of a festive pantomime, but doesnt have to rely on careful innuendos or word play. They can hit it directly on the nose to the pure entertainment of the audience. This is definitely not a production for the easily offended, but always delivered with a tongue in cheek & twinkle in their eye.

The Cabaret style production fitted the venue well, with a company of high talent and well known songs, with the expectation of high audience participation. And the cast relished in the opportunity to involve the audience as much as humanly possible.

Simon Gross & Gerrard Woodward as the ugly sisters were a great partnership and played off each other perfectly. Isobel Grace plays a cutsey Fairy Godmother, and shows her talent and skill with brilliant vocals. Ronan Evan Johnson as Buttons has a strong presence that is undeniable throughout & loves to bring the audience into the production.

Regina Sparkles is a fabulous twist on the titular character Cinderella who will make you laugh as she blends the art of Drag & Panto together wonderfully. Frankie Duncan is a superb Dandini and a great talent. His high energy mixed with a perfect mix of cheeky leaves the audience wanting more. Kevin Mornas completes the company as The Prince, with insane vocals and works the audience well, with absolute ease.

This is strong journey through the lands of panto and possibly not for the faint hearted. It had the audience laughing throughout and is thoroughly entertaining. The production plays at The Scala, London until the 11th January & is definitely an 18+ production.



23/12/2025

CATCHUP IS LIVE FOR THE BIGGEST RADIO PANTO IN ESSEX!

If you missed this year's Ovation Panto only on City Sound Radio, catchup is live for your listening pleasure. We bring together some of the best performers from across Essex's Community Arts to perform a Pantomime live on the radio.

This year is the Fairy Godmother of all Pantomimes Cinderella, with live music, live Sound effects and best of all...live performances from our studios in the heart of Chelmsford!

This year will Cinderella make it to the ball and finally meet her Prince Charming, or maybe she'll fall in love with Buttons her most loyal of friends, or perhaps her ugly Step Sisters will ruin her all her best laid plans. Maybe the Fairy Godmother will have something to say.

We are joined by some phenomenal talent from across Essex! Kiran Bacon as Baron Hardup & others, Ian Benson as Hysteria Hardup, Ben Davey as Dandini & others, Bethan Freeman-Oram as Fairy Godmother, Hayden Wagland as Hillaria Hardup, Sophie-Anne Davey as Tiddly, Samantha Ellis as Cinderella, Bradley Thompson as Buttons, Ben Perkins as Prince Charming & Lauren Byford as The Baroness & others.

You can listen now via the mixcloud app, the link below or the direct link in our stories! It will also be replayed live on air on Christmas Day after the King's speech.

https://www.mixcloud.com/CitySoundChelmsford/ovation-with-ian-g-sun-21st-december-2025/



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