Episodes

  • Episode Seven - Niall McCarthy
    May 18 2025

    In this episode we're talking to Niall McCarthy, an Irish writer who is bringing his latest play, Derry Boys, to Theatre503 next week!

    Derry Boys runs from the 20th May-7th June at Theatre503. It's definitely not one to miss!

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    46 mins
  • Episode Six - Ellen Bannerman
    Mar 10 2025

    We're back!

    In this episode we're talking to Scottish actor and writer Ellen Bannerman! Ellen talks us through her journey from Fife to London, and gives us some insight into her latest play, 'Weeping Woman', which is on at Theatre503 from the 25th to 28th March!

    If you've been affected by any of the issues talked about in this episode, please have a look at the pinned post on our Instagram - @slaintetheatre. It contains information on lots of different resources that could help you or someone you know.

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    55 mins
  • Episode Five - 'Strings' Special!
    Sep 12 2024

    In this episode we're chatting to Tara Noonan and Kimberley Taylor, members of the creative team for our latest production, 'strings'!

    Tara and Kimberley talk us through how the play came about, as well as their own creative journeys.

    Get tickets here:
    https://www.thelionandunicorntheatre.com/whats-on

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    55 mins
  • Episode 4 - Mirren Wilson
    Aug 9 2024

    In this episode we're joined by the wonderful Mirren Wilson, a Scottish actor, writer, and reviewer, now based in Kent. She is currently up at the Edinburgh Fringe with her latest play, 'PALS'.

    Mirren chats to us about growing up in Scotland, and her roundabout journey to the fringe!


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    46 mins
  • Episode 3 - Brian Logan
    Jul 18 2024

    In this episode we’re chatting to Brian Logan! Brian is the Artistic Director of Camden People’s Theatre, about to become Artistic Director for Play, Pie, and a Pint, and is also the comedy reviewer for the Guardian!

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    48 mins
  • Episode 2 - Rachel Galvo
    May 23 2024

    Our first guest is Rachel Galvo!

    Comedian, actress, singer and writer, Rachel Galvo is one of Ireland's most exciting new talents, and is about to debut her one woman show 'The Sh*te Feminist'. Her first three Dublin shows sold out within a minute, and is now heading to various spots all over the UK!

    Rachel chats to us about growing up in Ireland, her journey to London, and how she abandoned her Global Business degree in pursuit of a career in the performing arts.

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    59 mins
  • Episode 1 - It's Just Family
    May 6 2024

    As it's our first episode, we thought we'd tell you a bit about us!

    Sláinte! Theatre is a London-based emerging theatre company which aims to tell authentic stories from Irish and Scottish Voices. We want to create a network for Irish and Scottish creatives in London, and to nurture a community of Celtic artists.

    Join Aaron, Iona, and Kari, the team behind Slainte, as we tell you all about how we came to London and how our heritage inspires our work.

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    1 hr and 10 mins