At last… our pod is complete again.”
Join Ian, Liam & Megs (she always goes last), along with Friend of the Podcasters: Beadle Steve, for our 304th episode as we sharpen our razors, roll out the pie dough, and dive into the gothic, gory glory of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007).
This week, we’re not just talking Burton’s blood-soaked macabre attempt at a masterpiece — we’re also sharing our collective memories from our very own recent production of Sweeney Todd! Expect behind-the-scenes stories, backstage laughs, and maybe a few stories about trap doors and jettisons of blood
This week we discuss:
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<li>How Tim Burton’s adaptation balances musical theatre grandeur with cinematic horror — and where it falls short.</li>
<li>Johnny Depp’s take on the title role: tortured genius or just Burton doing Burton again?</li>
<li>Helena Bonham Carter’s Mrs. Lovett — delightful, deranged, and determined to make the worst pies in London.</li>
<li>How Alan Rickman and Timothy Spall manage to be both repulsive and magnetic - but can they sing?  Who do we think could've done it better?</li>
<li>The use of colour, lighting, and sound — and why did the crew need so many garbage bags?</li>
<li>How Sweeney Todd manages to turn tragedy into operatic spectacle without losing its emotional sting.</li>
<li>We discuss at great length a couple of elements that one of us just couldn't overlook</li>
<li>We share our favourite moments (and biggest mishaps) from our own stage production — from what it's like to be reviewed ourselves to unexpected laughter in the wrong places and if you can imagine it - Ian flexing in the spotlight</li>
<li>What it’s like performing Sondheim’s music live — the challenge, the rhythm, and the glorious chaos.</li>
<li>Beadle Steve joins us to talk about his experience, his favourite scenes, and whether he’s still hearing “Ding Dong!” in his sleep... and what happened to the ensemble anyway?</li>
<li>And finally, whether Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is the Best Film Ever — or just the bloodiest musical we’ve ever loved.</li>
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