<p>Hello! Hope life is groovy?</p><p>Joining Ben in Benjy's Cafe this week is actor, the wonderful, Nic Greenshields.</p><p>Nic has played some of the biggest roles in Musical Theatre, including the title role in Andrew Lloyd Webber's smash hit, The Phantom of the Opera, &amp; Inspector Javert in the global phenomenon, Les Miserables.</p><p>In this episode, Nic shares the buzz &amp; pressures of playing such iconic characters, including auditioning for the Phantom &amp; appearing in Cilla for ITV, alongside Sheridan Smith.</p><p>Ben &amp; Nic also discuss the joy of a happy work/life balance. Plus, the benefits of exercise for good mental health, including Nic's love of running.</p><p>And how away from the stage, making memories with friends &amp; loved ones is paramount &amp; why cherising life's simple moments is so important for Nic.</p><p>Ben &amp; Nic appeared together in the 1st National Tour of Disney's Beauty &amp; The Beast, way back in 2001. Time flies &amp; so does this episode. A lovely reminder to pick up the phone &amp; say hello.</p><p>Nic has a voice from the Gods &amp; a heart of gold. You'll love him.</p><p>Pop the kettle on &amp; enjoy listening.</p><p>Follow Nic on Instagram</p><p>@nicgreenshields</p><p>Nic will be running the 2026 London Marathon for Target Ovarian Cancer.</p><p>Please donate if you can <a href="https://join.targetovariancancer.org.uk/fundraisers/NicholasGreenshields" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://join.targetovariancancer.org.uk/fundraisers/NicholasGreenshields</a></p><p>Don't forget you can watch Benjy's Cafe Podcast on YouTube.</p><p>Follow on Instagram @benjyscafepodcast @benjyharlow</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>