In this very special season finale Kerry is joined by 3 amazing guests live from The Theatre Cafe. Cassidy Janson, Aimie Atkinson & Michael Auger all share their highs and lows of a career in theatre and they share how exactly they... Keep Calm And Kerry On. Follow Cassidy - @cassidyjanson Follow Aimie - @aimieatkinson Follow Michael @michaelcollabro Find out more about The Theatre Cafe at their website thetheatrecafe.co.uk If you have enjoyed this podcast please rate, Review and...

In this episode Kerry is chatting to TV and Theatre Star, Lee Mead. Lee rose to fame on our screens after winning the BBC's 'Any Dream Will Do'. Since then he has gone on to become a staple of the UK theatre world with shows such as Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Wicked, Legally Blonde and of course, Joseph and the amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat under his belt. He has gone onto further fame, becoming a household name for his portrayal of Lofty in both Casualty and Holby City. Follow Lee in Instagram...

This Week Kerry is chatting to Writer, Tv, Theatre and recording star, Michelle Gayle. To say Michelle's career has been carried would be an understatement, from her early years in grange hill to her breakout role in Eastenders. She later went on to a recording career, became a novelist and script writer and is now Staring as Hermione Granger in Harry Potter and The Cursed Child. Michelle talks Kerry through navigating her career, family and struggles whilst still remaining determined and...

This week Kerry is chatting to TV, Film and Theatre legend, Harriet Thorpe. Harriet is probably best known for her roles as Carole Parkinson in Brittas Empire and Fleur in Absolutely fabulous. These roles have cemented her as one of the UK's most iconic comedy actresses. No stranger to drama, she has also appeared in countless other TV shows including; Casualty, Material Girl, The ill and Midsomer Murders. Outside of TV Harriet is a huge star on stage having appeared in countless west end...

This week Kerry is Joined by Theatre Star and Recording artist, Dalton Harris. Dalton found international fame on the ITV television series The X-Factor. Daltons opens up about his experience on the show and how his experience of fame has changed his outlook. He shares his journey from back home in Jamaica to the UK and how Music has been his constant source of Inspiration. Waring: This episode contains discussions of Suicide. If you are affected by any of the topics discussed please reach...

In todays episode Kerry is joined by Pop and Theatre star, Duncan James. Duncan is probably best known as one quarter of the award winning pop band Blue. Since the band Duncan has become a household name in his own right through his acting work in shows like Hollyoaks as well as TV appearances in shows such as The Circle and Dancing On Ice. Duncan is also now a west End and Theatre star in his own right with shows such as; Legally Blonde, The Rocky Horror Show and Chicago. Your can follow...

This week Kerry is joined by west end star, Lucie jones. Lucie first found fame on ITV's The X Factor as well as representing the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest. Since then she has gone on to become a name to be reckoned with within musical Theatre having played Cosette in Les Miserables, Meat in We Will Rock You, Elle in Legally Blonde and her most recent role as Jenna in Waitress. Lucie shares the highs and lows of her career and talks about the lessons she has learned in her...

This week Kerry is joined by west end star, Sam Tutty. At the age of 23 Sam is already a name to be reckoned with. He has a leading west end role as Evan in Dear Evan Hansen under his belt as well as an Olivier award! Same opens up about finding success at such a young age, His 13 auditions to secure his career making role and what he hopes to achieve in the future. You can follow Sam on Instagram @samtutty If you have enjoyed this podcast please rate, Review and Subscribe... feel free to...

In this Episode Kerry is chatting to pops star and stage sensation, Faye Tozer. Faye found fame as one 5th of the pop group Steps. They have gone on to perform in arenas around the world, should millions of records and continued to re-invent themselves for the better part of two decades. Outside the band Faye has also thrived having appeared on Strictly Come Dancing as well as starring in multiple musicals, including; Tell me on a Sunday, Everybody's talking about Jamie, Saucy Jack and The...

This week Kerry is chatting to Radio, Tv and Pop star, Cheryl Baker. Cheryl found fame after winning The Eurovision Song Contest as one quarter of Bucks Fizz in 1981. Bucks Fizz went on to tour the world and Sell millions of records. Cheryls career hasn't stopped at just pop music though, She has been a presenter Record Breakers, Eggs 'n' Baker. She has toured in musicals; Footloose, Honk and Suessical as well as appearing on countless prime time tv shows including; Dancing on Ice and poster...

This week Kerry is chatting to film, tv and west end star, Layton Williams. Layton found success at an early age appearing in Billy Elliot and Thriller Live in the west end as well as his starring roles in TV's Beautiful People and Bad Education. Layton became a household name after taking over the role of Jamie New in the West end production of Everybody's Talking About Jamie. He opens up about his journey transitioning from being a childhood star to the success he has found as an adult....

Keep Calm and Kerry on is back for its fourth season! This week Kerry is joined by star of stage and screen, Rita Simons. Rita became is an award winning actress who became a household name after finding fame as Roxie Mitchell in the BBC soap, Eastenders. She has been a firm TV favorite for many years and also won over the nation when she appeared on I'm a Celebrity... Get me out of here! Not only has she taken on the world of television but she is also a renowned theatre actress, having...

Hi guys, I just wanted to check in before season 4 gets underway to say a huge thank you to everyone who has listened and kept supporting the podcast. I also wanted to let you know about Keep Calm And Kerry On Live which is happening at The Theatre Cafe in London on the 27th June. Come along and join in the fun, you cann purchase tickets here - https://www.thetheatrecafe.co.uk/event/keep-calm-and-kerry-on-live/ See you all there, Kerry x See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out...

In this very special season finale episode, the tables have turned. Kerry is sitting down and being interview by Queen rock legend, Brian May. With over 50 years in the music industry, Brian May is a force to be reckoned with. Kerry and Brian have known each other for many years, they have toured the world, sold out show and produced three albums together. As well as being a world renowned writer, guitarist and producer Brian has decided to ad podcast host to his accolades, by taking over...

This week Kerry is chatting to award wining actress, Tamzin Outhwaite. Tamzin became a household name when she took on the role of Mel Owen in BBC soap Eastenders. She has gone on to become a firm tv favorite with roles in; Hustle, Hotel Babylon, The Fixer, Silent Witness, Law & Order UK and many more. Outside of television she has also graced the stage, performing In; Grease, Oliver, Stepping out and Sweet Charity. In this episode she talks her early years inn the industry, career highs...

This week Kerry is chatting to stage, screen and music industry legend, Sharon D. Clarke. Sharon is a three time Olivier Award winning actress. She is probably best known from television for her roles in Holby City and Doctor Who whilst her stage credentials are too long to list, but these include; We Will Rock You, Ghost The Musical, The Amen Corner, Caroline Or Change and Death Of A Salesman. From her first experiences of performing to traveling the world as part of Nomad, Sharon has many...

This week Kerry is chatting to Strictly Come Dancing professional, Robin Windsor. Robin is probably best known for his time on the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing. He has also toured the world and performed on both the West End and Broadway. His credits Include; Burn The Floor, Dance To The Music and Puttin' on the Ritz, In this open and honest chat, Robin discusses the highs and lows of his career. He speaks candidly about his lowest moments and the work he has done to improve his mental...

This week Kerry is chatting to film, tv and theatre legend, Anita Dobson. After many years working as an actress, Anita found fame in the 1980's when she took on the role of Angie Watts in Eastenders. After becoming a household name she soon went on to take on roles in Television (Red Dwarf, Nesbitt, Hotel Babylon, The Bill, Holby City), Theatre (Chicago, Hamlet, Chorus Girls, Budgie, Rough Crossing) and even lit up the ballroom on Strictly Come Dancing. Anita shares tales of her early...

This week Kerry is chatting with Lyricist and Musical Theatre legend, Sir Tim Rice. Tim is probably best known for his collaborations with Andrew Lloyd Webber, with whom he wrote, among other shows, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Evita. His other works include; Chess, Aladdin, The Lion King and the stage adaptation of Beauty and the Beast. Not only has Tim earned himself a Knighthood, he has also been awarded; an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, an...

This week Kerry is chatting to pop superstar, Claire Richards. Claire found fame at a young age as one fifth of the pop group STEPS. With nearly 25 years experience in the music industry as part of the band, Claire has experienced many highs and lows. She shares her early inspirations and what lead her to becoming a singer. Claire opens up about her insecurities and the difficulties she dealt with after the band went into hiatus. Claire is now back topping the chart with the band and feels...

This week Kerry is chatting with theatre star and X-Factor Winner, Sam Bailey. Sam found fame as the winner of The Xfactor and has since gone on to huge success. With two solo albums, three headline tours and starring theatre roles such as Matron Mama Morton in Chicago, under her belt - Sam has fast become one of the uk's premier voices. She shares her story of her vast and varied career. From holiday park performances to working as prison officer, all the way through to becoming a household...

This week Kerry is chatting to broadway star, Internet sensation and world renowned vocal coach, Natalie Weiss. Natalie gained an international following from her performance videos and popular YouTube web series, 'Breaking Down The Riffs'. She has a host of Theatrical credits under her belt including; Wicked, The Wild Party, Les Miserables, Everyday Rapture and Emojiland. Outside of this she has leant her voice to the cast recording of Dear Evan Hanson, featured on the Soundtrack to The...

This week Kerry is chatting with Ballroom superstars, Pasha Kovalev & Anya Garnis. Pasha and Anya are probably best known here in the UK for their time as Pro's on Strictly Come Dancing. In this amazing interview they share their journey from being partnered together as teenagers to traveling the world as an international ballroom partnership. They rose to fame on the American version of So you think you can dance? before going on to perform in broadways Burn The Floor as well as their...

In this episode Kerry is chatting with television presenter and Strictly Come Dancing winner, Ore Oduba. Ore has had an incredible career spanning both stage and screen. Starting as a children's presenter on Newsround and a radio staple, before later becoming a household name as the winner of Strictly Come Dancing in 2016. This re-ignited his love for theatre and is now racking up some incredible theatre credits including; Teen Angel in Grease and Aaron Fox in the UK and west end productions...