West End Producer Mark Robert Petty on Bringing London's Theatre Stars to Derbyshire
Arts & Toast with Kirsty Corbett
Friday, 10 July 2026 - 12 minutes
West End producer, lyricist and musical theatre creator Mark Robert Petty joins Kirsty Corbett on the Arts & Toast podcast to discuss his exciting new mission to bring world-class West End entertainment to audiences in Derbyshire.Mark shares the story behind "The West End Sings… Elvis," an unforgettable live concert celebrating the music of Elvis Presley, coming to Repton School's 400 Theatre on Friday 24 July. Featuring acclaimed performers from Wicked, Les Misérables, The Osmonds and Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story, the fully live production showcases 26 of Elvis's greatest hits with a live band in a spectacular evening of music.During the conversation, Mark explains why he's passionate about making high-quality musical theatre and live performance more accessible outside London. He also discusses his career as a West End producer, songwriter and lyricist, including his new musical Tinseled, written with Barry Anderson as Anderson & Petty, and his work with Broadway star Alexa Green.If you love musical theatre, the West End, Elvis Presley, live music, theatre production or discovering cultural events across the East Midlands, this episode offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes insight into the people bringing world-class entertainment to regional audiences.Tickets, for the concerts, can be bought from ticketsource. To be kept up-to-date on the concerts you can give "The West End sings" a follow on Instagram (and don't forget to follow Arts & Toast on Insta, whilst you're there, too!).
