Artspod Chats: Behind the Scenes of Pantomime, Steve Hewlett at Theatre Royal Nottingham 2024

In this conversation, Steve Hewlett, a seasoned ventriloquist and pantomime performer, shares his experiences and insights into the world of comedy and performance art. He discusses his role as Smee in the upcoming pantomime at the Theatre Royal in Nottingham, the evolution of his characters, and the importance of audience interaction in his routines. Steve reflects on his journey into professional ventriloquism, the influence of comedy icons, and the creative processes that keep him engaged in his craft. Theatre Royal Nottingham 2024 Saturday 7 December 2024 – Sunday 12 January 2025 ⚠️ Subscribe to Artspod here: https://artspod.net/ ⚠️ Watch more Artspod Chats on our YouTube Channel    • Artspod Chats   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Steve Hewlett and His Career 01:05 The Role of Smee in Peter Pan 03:43 Ventriloquism and Audience Interaction 06:33 The Evolution of Steve's Characters 09:09 Journey into Professional Ventriloquism 10:44 Influences and Comedy Icons 13:08 The Impact of the Pandemic on Creativity Created by Artspod. Visit www.artspod.net for more UK theatre shows. Welcome to Artspod If you’re looking for inspiration for your next theatre adventure, look no further. Whether you’re interested in classic drama or musical theatre events, cutting-edge art exhibitions, stand-up comedy or live music, we’ve got it all covered. #ventriloquism #pantomime #comedy #SteveHewlett #performanceart #entertainment #comedyicons #theatreroyalnottingham #peterpan #smee