Layton Williams: Billy Elliot to an Olivier-winning iceberg

The village that raised Layton Williams begins in Bury and stretches to the London home of Val and Maria, who took him in when his first career as a child star looked all but over.

Now, as an Olivier-winning musical star, Strictly Come Dancing favourite and TV writer, Layton sits down with Alex Zane to toast his success - and the decisions that almost cost him it all.

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This episode is brought to you by Laurent-Perrier – a family-owned Champagne House, renowned as the region's great innovator and distinguished for its unique style of freshness, elegance, and purity.

For more information go to www.laurent-perrier.com

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Produced by Matt Hill at Rethink Audio

Join journalist Alex Zane in the luxurious suites of The Savoy as he uncorks the stories behind some of the world’s most extraordinary creatives. Over a glass of Laurent-Perrier, Alex dives deep into what truly defines an artist - not just their craft, but their humour, style, inspirations, and the relentless drive that fuels their originality. Each episode is an intimate, unfiltered exploration of the unique experiences and perspectives that shape remarkable talents. A portrait of what makes an artist not just an artist, but a person too.

This series is brought to you by Laurent-Perrier – a family-owned Champagne House, renowned as the region's great innovator and distinguished for its unique style of freshness, elegance, and purity.
For more information go to www.laurent-perrier.com.

Produced by Rethink Audio.

• No. of episodes: 5
• Latest episode: 2025-04-25
• Arts Society & Culture

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