Cheryl Fergison | The Show People Podcast LIVE
Presented by Queer Theatre
The award-winning Show People Podcast with Andrew Keates continues its live monthly residency at The Two Brewers with a very special guest: Cheryl Fergison.
Accessibility
The venue is accessible for wheelchair users. As the night is likely to be busy, guests with access needs are encouraged to contact us in advance so we can help make the visit as comfortable as possible.
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The Show People Podcast LIVE
with Cheryl Fergison & Andrew Keates
Wednesday 12th August 2026Two Brewers, Clapham
The award-winning Show People Podcast with Andrew Keates continues its live monthly residency at The Two Brewers with a very special guest: Cheryl Fergison. Cheryl joins Andrew for a special live recording and an intimate, in-depth conversation about a remarkable life and career across television, theatre, music, writing and survival.
Best known to millions for playing Heather Trott in BBC’s EastEnders, Cheryl created one of modern soap’s most loved characters. As one half of the iconic “Hev and Shirl” friendship, she brought enormous warmth, comedy, vulnerability and humanity to Albert Square. But Cheryl’s career reaches far beyond Walford. Across more than four decades, she has worked across television, film, stage and radio, with credits including Doctor Who, Bad Girls, Little Britain, Little Miss Jocelyn, The IT Crowd, Big School, Hard Cell, Dodger, Mandy, ’Allo ’Allo!, Hale and Pace, Middlemarch and Covington Cross.
Her stage work includes West End productions and classical theatre, including work with the Royal Shakespeare Company. She is also a singer, musician, writer, teacher and performer, appearing in pantomimes, stage shows and Pride events across the country.
In 2025, Cheryl published her autobiography Behind the Scenes. That same year, she turned 60 and faced a serious health challenge after suffering a stroke, an experience that has only strengthened her determination to keep living, working and embracing whatever comes next.
Under the direction and hosting of Andrew Keates, The Show People Podcast has earned a reputation for helping guests feel comfortable enough to be truly open, not only about their successes, but also about the struggles and pressures that come with building a life in the performing arts. Expect a funny, frank and deeply human conversation about fame, survival, class, motherhood, pride, health, reinvention and what it really takes to keep going in an unpredictable industry.
For anyone who loves Cheryl, EastEnders, British television or honest showbusiness stories, this is an evening not to be missed.
Tickets are strictly limited to 100, with all profits supporting Queer Theatre’s work nurturing queer talent and telling LGBTQIA+ stories.
Book Signing
Cheryl will be available after the recording selling and signing copies of her autobiography, ‘Behind The Scenes’.
How to Get There
The Two Brewers
114 Clapham High Street, Clapham, London SW4 7UJ
By Tube: Clapham North and Clapham Common (Northern Line) are both around a 5-minute walk.
By Train: Clapham High Street Overground station is approximately 7 minutes away.
By Bus: Routes 35, 37, 45, 137, 155, and 345 stop nearby at Clapham Common Station or Clapham High Street Station.
Accessibility
The venue is fully accessible for wheelchair users. However, as the night is likely to be extremely busy, we encourage guests with access needs to contact us in advance so we can make your visit as comfortable as possible.
Sponsors & Partners
We are gratefully sponsored by Theataccounts, and proud to be partnered with The Two Brewers, The Show Reel Company & Sean Lindsell.
Box Office
Doors open: 7:00pm
Show starts: 7:30pm
Runtime: Approximately 2 hours, including an interval
Tickets: £15 General Admission. £30 Premium Seating. £100 VIP Cabaret Table For Two at the front.
Important Information
By attending, you consent to Queer Theatre taking and using photography and video from the event for archive, press, marketing, website and social media purposes.
About Queer Theatre
This event forms part of Queer Theatre’s commitment to ensuring London’s LGBTQIA+ theatre-makers and theatre-lovers need never spend a week alone again.
We offer Acting Classes for LGBTQIA+ People, OutCast showcases, Queer Play Reading Club with the UK’s greatest queer playwrights, The Show People Podcast LIVE with famous faces from stage and screen, Luvvie: The Party for Queer Theatre-makers, theatre trips, social events, masterclasses and productions.
Our diverse membership is made up of experienced performing arts professionals, enthusiastic amateur theatre-makers, and people simply looking for a creative LGBTQIA+ community. Our events are open to all queer people, and our community is founded on shared passions, mutual respect, love and tolerance.
Important InformationBy purchasing a ticket and attending, you agree to these terms. Tickets are non-refundable unles...
By purchasing a ticket and attending, you agree to these terms. Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled, rescheduled or materially changed by Queer Theatre, or where required by law. Queer Theatre may make reasonable changes to the programme, timings, format, host, guest or venue where necessary. Doors, start time and running time are approximate. Cheryl’s post-show book signing is subject to time and availability. Books, personalisations and photographs are not guaranteed. This is a live podcast recording. Photography, audio and video recording will take place. Your image, voice and reactions may be captured and used for the podcast, publicity, marketing, press and archive purposes. We cannot guarantee exclusion from audience shots or general audience audio. Queer Theatre may refuse admission or remove anyone behaving in a disruptive, unsafe, discriminatory or harassing manner, or who is intoxicated. Attendees are responsible for their belongings. Please contact us in advance about any access requirements.
Refund policyTickets are non-refundable, except where the event is cancelled or rescheduled, or as required b...
Tickets are non-refundable, except where the event is cancelled or rescheduled, or as required by law. All ticket sales are final. We do not offer refunds for any reason, including but not limited to illness, travel issues, or change of mind. Tickets are non-transferable and cannot be resold, gifted, or used by anyone other than the original purchaser. If you’re unable to attend, your ticket cannot be refunded or transferred to another person or date. By purchasing a ticket, you agree to these terms.
Frequently asked questions
Will Cheryl actually be there?
Yes. This is a live recording of The Show People Podcast with Andrew Keates. Andrew and his special guest will be there in person, and the audience will get to experience the full conversation as it happens, including moments, stories and interactions that may not make the final edited episode.
What time should I arrive?
Doors open at 7:00pm and the recording begins at 7:30pm. We strongly recommend arriving as close to 7:00pm as possible so you have time to check in, find your seat, get a drink and settle before the recording begins.
Are seats reserved?
Seats are allocated on a first come, first served basis within your ticket area. Premium Seating gives you access to a seating area closer to the stage, while VIP Cabaret Table tickets include a front table for two. Standard seating is for seats row 4 and back.
Is this event only for LGTBQIA+ people?
No. Everyone is welcome. The event is produced by Queer Theatre and all profits support our work nurturing queer talent and telling LGBTQIA+ stories, but you do not need to be LGBTQIA+ to attend.
Will I get to meet Cheryl? Maybe take a selfie?
We can't guarantee time with our guests after the recording. However, sometimes they stay for a drink, and sometimes they shoot off. It's entirely up to them.
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Cheryl Fergison | The Show People Podcast LIVE takes place on Wednesday 12 August 2026 at 7:30pm.
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Cheryl Fergison | The Show People Podcast LIVE is held at The Two Brewers, London.
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