Join host ‪Andrew Keates‬ for The Show People Podcast, recorded live from The Two Brewers in Clapham.In Part Two of this unmissable conversation, Andrew welcomes back JP McCue – better known as Mary Mac – one of the UK’s most beloved drag performers, celebrated for her tartan, powerhouse vocals, and infamous Mary Mac medley across theatres, cruise ships, and queer venues worldwide.Episode Highlights Include: • Touring in Everybody’s Talking About Jamie – backstage antics, challenges, and why it continues to inspire young audiences.• Life at sea – the realities of performing on cruise ships and the sacrifices behind a career in drag.• La Cage Aux Folles at Regent’s Park – memories from one of the UK’s most joyful open-air productions.• Panto life – writing, starring, and sometimes directing your own!• Thoughts on RuPaul’s Drag Race – is it a force for good?• Friendship with Bianca Del Rio and reflections on today’s drag scene.Like and Subscribe Make sure you like and subscribe to be notified the moment our next episode is released! Sponsors & Supporters: Theataccounts: The entertainment industry's trusted accountants, looking after thousands of clients across theatre and performance. Connect at www.theataccounts.co.uk or Instagram: @theataccounts. Jake Waby Productions: London’s experts in theatre and live-performance videography, capturing your stories just the way you want them. From West End shows to global content, their experienced team delivers exceptional cinematic storytelling. Connect at jw.productions or Instagram: @jwproductions Boyan Georgiev: The Show People Podcast offical photographer. Connect at boyangeorgiev.com or on Instagram: @boyangeorgiev Special thanks to The Two Brewers and their wonderful team for hosting this event. Connect at www.the2brewers.com/london. or Instagram: @the2brewersSpecial thanks to Liam Chaplin, Adam Deamer, Oliver Blatherwick, Rhys Godfrey, and of course, JP McCueQueer TheatreThis podcast is proudly produced by Queer Theatre, committed to LGBTQ+ storytelling and nurturing Queer talent. Discover more about their acting classes, Queer Play Reading Club, showcases, and event. Connect at www.queertheatre.co.uk, Instagram: @QueerTheatreUK, TikTok: @QueerTheatreUK, @Threads @QueerTheatreUK. Follow Andrew Keates: Instagram: @MrAndrewKeates, TikTok: @AndrewKeates, X: @andrewkeates orconnect with him at www.andrewkeates.co.uk Follow JP McCueInstagram: @marymacofficial, TikTok: @marymacofficial, orconnect with him at www.marymacofficial.co.ukThank you for your support - until next time, love always x

Ask this episode

“What did the council decide on item 42?” — answered with the speaker and the moment.

Transcript

Related