🎙️ Welcome back to The Martin Talk Show – the podcast that dives deep into the minds of bold creatives shaping the world of theatre, arts, music, dance, and film. I’m your host, Martin Colton, and in this special Edinburgh Fringe episode, we’re turning up the volume on imagination, satire, and heartfelt storytelling 🎭✨This week, I sit down with the brilliant team behind Romance on Repeat, presented by Backyard Alchemy and New Celts Productions. We step into the surreal world of Lizzie – a woman whose dream of living inside a romcom becomes her new reality 📺💘 But as she lives out the perfect tropes – the hometown hunk, the dramatic love triangle, the quirky best friend – something doesn’t quite add up. Who’s really in control? And what does it mean when fantasy starts to glitch?Together, we unravel the inspiration, craft, and questions behind this genre-bending, thought-provoking production. We explore what happens when performance meets parody, and why digging beneath the glossy surface of our fantasies might be the most honest art of all. 🎬🌀 Whether you're a theatre lover, a creative spirit, or just someone searching for deeper truths in storytelling – this conversation is for you.So tune in, turn up, and let this episode be your creative spark. 🔥💫As always, find Martin @ www.themartintalkshow.comTickets: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/romance-on-repeat#TheMartinTalkShow #EdFringe2025 #RomanceOnRepeat #BackyardAlchemy #NewCeltsProductions #TheatrePodcast #CreativeVoices #EdinburghFringeFestival #WomenInTheatre #RomcomWithATwist #FeministTheatre #MetaTheatre #IndieTheatre #PodcastForArtists #FringeSpotlight #CreativeStorytelling #TVParody #TheatreMagic #ArtistInterview #LivePerformance #StageToScreen #ActingLife #BritishTheatre #NewWriting #CreativeJourney #BehindTheScenes #StorytellingMatters #FringeShows #YoungArtists #TheatreScene

🎙️ In this electrifying livestream episode of The Martin Talk Show, I’m joined by the fearless and phenomenal Annie Cheung — a performer who isn’t afraid to tear down the walls and tell the truth. 🌪️🔥 Nominated for IATCHK Performer of the Year and HK Theatre Libre Outstanding Lead Actress, Annie brings us Dots — a searing, darkly funny, and deeply personal solo show that cuts straight to the bone.🎭 Dots explores the mind of a high-achieving woman battling the invisible weight of high-functioning depression, the endless loop of insecure overachievement, and the aching fear of never being enough. With staggering honesty and razor-sharp wit, Annie invites us into the shadowy corners of her mind — and, in doing so, she lights the way for so many others. 💡This conversation is more than an interview — it’s a mirror, a lifeline, and a celebration of the power of storytelling. 💬 We dive into the psychology behind performance, the catharsis of autobiographical art, and the brave act of turning pain into power. Annie’s work isn’t just theatre — it’s a lifeline for anyone who’s ever smiled through the storm. 🌧️🌈💥 If you've ever felt the pressure to succeed while silently crumbling — or if you’re ready to explore the line between laughter and heartbreak — this episode is for you. Tune in for an unforgettable hour of vulnerability, courage, and wicked humour.🎧 Watch now. Feel seen. Be moved.As always, find Martin @ www.themartintalkshow.comTickets: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/dots#TheMartinTalkShow #AnnieCheung #DotsThePlay #EdinburghFringe2025 #FringeVoices #HKTheatre #SoloPerformance #MentalHealthOnStage #DarkComedy #HighFunctioningDepression #InsecureOverachiever #TheatreForHealing #WomenInTheatre #BrutallyHonest #AutobiographicalTheatre #AsianVoices #FringeSpotlight #PerformerOfTheYear #OutstandingLeadActress #CreativeConversations #VulnerabilityInArt #ComedyMeetsTragedy #PowerOfStorytelling #ArtAndMentalHealth #RelatableTheatre #BoldWomen #LiveTheatre #TheatreThatHeals #RealTalkOnStage #EdFringeLive

🔥 In this unmissable episode of The Martin Talk Show, I'm joined by the extraordinary Tracey Yarad at PBH’s Free Fringe in Edinburgh 🎭✨. Her one-woman show All These Pretty Things is a soul-stirring blend of memoir and music 🎶 — a fearless deep-dive into heartbreak, betrayal, and transformation. From the sun-soaked suburbs of Australia to the electric buzz of New York City 🌏🏙️, Tracey's journey is a testament to resilience, courage, and the unstoppable power of reinvention.💔 After the shock of a devastating divorce — triggered by her husband’s affair with their teenage goddaughter — Tracey didn't just survive; she rose. Through song, storytelling, and unapologetic truth-telling, she invites us to feel, reflect, and reclaim our own stories. This conversation is honest, raw, and packed with insight for anyone navigating loss or standing at the edge of new beginnings.💬 On The Martin Talk Show, we go beyond surface-level chat — we get into the heart of what it means to create, endure, and thrive. 🎙️ Whether you're a theatre-maker, a dreamer, a survivor, or someone hungry for authentic storytelling, this episode will move you. Join us for a powerful conversation that champions the human spirit and celebrates the art that emerges from our deepest pain — and our greatest hope. 💫🔥🎧 Tune in now and feel the inspiration ripple through your soul.

As always, find Martin at; www.themartintalkshow.com

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🔥🎙️ In this episode of The Martin Talk Show, we enter the glittering, spellbound world of Faerietale Theatre / Rhymes with Purple — where queer comedy meets ancient legend, and the myth of King Arthur is reimagined with unapologetic flair and sensual honesty. I'm your host, Martin Colton, and this episode is a magical deep-dive into the making of Young King Arthur, a daring, hilarious, and deeply moving theatrical retelling that reclaims the legend for a new generation. 🏰🌈✨My guests Mountaine Jonas & Vinny Bonanno don’t just “talk” about their show — they reveal the heart of their craft, the soul behind the satire, and the fire that fuels their creative rebellion. 💥 From erotic awakenings to sword-drawn symbolism, this conversation explores how comedy, queerness, and classical storytelling collide in a theatre piece that’s as bold as it is beautiful.With Merlin's timeless wisdom echoing through the piece, Young King Arthur becomes more than a tale — it’s a reflection of who we are now, what we repress, and how powerful it is to finally speak our truth. 🧙‍♂️👑💫 Whether you’re in theatre, film, dance, music or just passionate about the arts, this episode will stir something deep in you and inspire you to push your own boundaries.This is not just an interview — it’s a journey into radical creativity, fearless storytelling, and the power of queer performance. 🎭💖 Tune in now, and let the legend transform you. ⚔️🌹🎧

As always, find Martin at: www.themartintalkshow.com

Tickets: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/king-arthur-s-body

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"Sometimes the only way out is through... laughter." 🎭✨Welcome to a brand new LIVE episode of The Martin Talk Show 🎙️—your front-row seat to the boldest, brightest, and most brilliant voices shaping the creative world. I'm your host, Martin Colton, and this series is all about Amplifying Changemakers 🎧🔥. We dive deep with artists across theatre, music, dance, film, and beyond—unpacking the stories, struggles, and sparks behind their craft.Today’s guest is the unstoppable Liz Coin 💥—making her Fringe debut with the wildly unfiltered, chaotic and hilarious solo comedy "Lizzy Sunshine." 🌈🤣 Imagine if addiction's quirky little sister hijacked a Glee episode while trying not to become Baby Reindeer—and somehow, it works. With her co-star missing in action, Lizzy Sunshine finds herself carrying a double act... solo. Expect big characters, big feelings, audience participation, and a whole lot of heart 💃🥲🎤.From her roots at The Second City to the screen on Amazon Prime, Liz Coin is no stranger to reimagining comedy from the inside out—and tonight, she’s bringing her signature blend of joy and chaos to Edinburgh Fringe and beyond. Directed by the brilliant Makena Reynolds, this one’s not just a show, it’s an experience. 🌹👓Tune in for an unforgettable conversation that will leave you laughing, thinking, and maybe even crying a little (but in a good way). ✨🎭🎧 Watch live. Stay inspired. Share the magic.As always, connect with Martin via: https://www.themartintalkshow.comTickets: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/lizzy-sunshine#LizCoin #LizzySunshine #MartinTalkShow #FringeDebut #SoloShow #ComedyTheatre #LivePodcast #CreativeVoices #ChangeMakers #ArtistSpotlight #EdinburghFringe2025 #TheSecondCity #AmazonPrimeTalent #WomenInComedy #BabyReindeerVibes #MusicalChaos #BigFeelings #RoseColouredGlasses #TheatreWithHeart #MakenaReynolds #UnfilteredArt #ArtAsHealing #NYComedyScene #USComedyTour #AudienceParticipation #LivePerformance #StorytellingMagic #ComedicGenius #CreativityUnlocked #BehindTheScenes #AmplifyingArtists

🎭 “The place you belong might not be on a map – it might be in your story.” 🌍Welcome back to The Martin Talk Show – I’m your host, Martin Colton, and this is not just another conversation. It’s a creative journey. In this powerful live-streamed episode, I’m joined by the radiant and razor-sharp Anastasiya Ador as she unpacks her brilliant and deeply personal one-woman debut, Foreign Girl, live from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. 🎤✨Anastasiya takes us through a whirlwind of cross-continental adventures – from Belarus to India to the UK – navigating the chaos of visa nightmares, culture clashes, and the ever-elusive search for belonging. With fearless physical comedy, biting wit, and an eye for the absurdities of bureaucracy and identity, Foreign Girl is both hilarious and haunting. 🌐💼💔We dig into what it means to live “between worlds,” how language and laughter can break barriers, and why her Fringe debut is a must-see for anyone feeling like an outsider. For creatives, migrants, and anyone caught in the liminal spaces of modern life, Anastasiya’s story is a mirror – equal parts funny and freeing. 🎭🔥🌍This podcast celebrates artists who don’t just perform – they provoke, challenge, and inspire. Tune in, laugh loud, and maybe even cry a little. 💫🗣️🎙️As always, find Martin at: www.themartintalkshow.comTickets: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/foreign-girl#EdinburghFringe #AnastasiyaAdor #ForeignGirl #OneWomanShow #PhysicalComedy #StorytellingTheatre #MartinTalkShow #LivePodcast #ArtistSpotlight #GlobalNomad #BelarusToUK #FringeDebut #SoloPerformance #VisaStruggles #CreativeConversations #TheatreLife #CrossCultural #IdentityOnStage #Fringe2025 #Belonging #ComedyWithHeart #InspiringWomen #NewVoices #PerformanceArt #AmplifyCreatives #ChangeMakers #TheatreTalk #ArtWithoutBorders #ImmigrantVoices #MartinColton

🎙️ “The wound is the place where the Light enters you.” — Rumi ✨Welcome to Episode 379 of The Martin Talk Show with me, your host Martin Colton, where we continue to amplify the voices of change makers through fearless, in-depth conversations 🎧💥. In this powerful and heart-opening episode titled “What Gets Better”, I’m joined by the extraordinary Tomás Bepalo — a bold, brilliant voice on the Fringe scene whose dark comedy pulls no punches 🎭🔥.Tomás brings us into the raw, unfiltered depths of their world as a neurodivergent, nonbinary storyteller, navigating the often-chaotic intersections of identity, desire, family and mental health. Their Edinburgh Fringe show is as much a comedy as it is a candid mirror held up to life’s contradictions. Through stand-up, storytelling and clowning, Tomás unpacks the emotional terrain of late diagnoses, testosterone journeys, dysphoria, and the deep ache of loneliness — all while making you laugh with lines like “I put the ‘T’ in Testosterone” 💉😂🌈.This isn’t just about the show — it’s about what it means to own your story, to find humour in the hurt, and to remind ourselves that while life may not get easier, we get stronger, sharper, and more ourselves 💪❤️‍🔥.Tune in for a conversation that’s messy, moving, and unmissable. 🎤 Whether you’re queer, creative, or simply human — this one’s for you. 🌀💬👇 Watch, like, comment, and subscribe — and join us on this journey of radical truth, resilience and creativity.As always, connect with Martin Via: www.themartintalkshow.comTickets: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/tom-s-bepalo-what-gets-better

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🎙️ 🎭 Welcome to episode 378 of The Martin Talk Show with me, your host Martin Colton! 💥 This episode is a dazzling blend of laughter, rhythm, and resilience as we dive into the world of glitz, guts, and glamour with the sensational Gillian Gurganus 💃🎤🎬Titled ‘And All That Jazz’, this conversation is as sparkly and sharp as Gillian herself — a true triple threat with a heart full of hustle and a mouth full of zingers 💄✨🎶 From the sidewalks of stand-up to the spotlight of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Gillian brings 30 minutes of comedic gold that’s bold, brash, and oh-so-beautiful. She shares the trials, triumphs, and toe-taps of trying to make it while navigating rejection, reinvention, and maybe… just maybe… singing and dancing her way to her destiny 🕺💔🎭This episode is a reminder that your "big break" might not look the way you expected — and that’s where the real story begins. 🌈💫Tune in for a thrilling, heartfelt, and hilarious chat that proves chasing your dream is always worth the jazz. 🎷💖 Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and share this magic across your platforms 🌍✨As always, connect with Martin Via: www.themartintalkshow.comTickets: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/and-all-that-jazz-a-half-hour-by-gillian-gurganus

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