Cheryl Fergison | The Show People Podcast LIVE
Wednesday 12th August 2026
Two 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.
Important Information
This event forms part of Queer Theatre’s commitment to ensuring LGBTQ+ theatre-makers always have somewhere to go each week to connect, create, and be inspired, alongside our Acting Classes for LGBTQIA+ People, OutCast showcases, Queer Play Reading Club, Variety Nights, theatre trips, parties, social events, masterclasses, and original productions. Get involved with Queer Theatre by visiting www.queertheatre.co.uk.
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.
Terms and Conditions
Please note: Latecomers may be refused entry to avoid disruption to the live recording. If admitted, you may be asked to stand at the back of the space, regardless of your ticket type. Seats are allocated on a first come, first served basis within your seating area.
This is a live podcast recording. By attending, you consent to being recorded, photographed and filmed, including your image and voice, and to Queer Theatre using this content in perpetuity for promotional, marketing, archive, editorial and distribution purposes across all media. There is no opt out. Audience participation is optional, but if you choose to speak or ask a question, you consent to your contribution being recorded and used in the same way. Unauthorised audio or video recording by attendees is not permitted.
Entry is subject to the venue’s licensing conditions and security policies and valid ID may be required. Queer Theatre and the venue reserve the right to refuse admission or remove anyone whose behaviour is disruptive, unsafe, discriminatory, harassing, or who is intoxicated. Please take care of your belongings as Queer Theatre accepts no liability for loss, theft or damage to personal property.
Your ticket includes access to The Two Brewers’ late-night cabaret and DJ event after the recording, subject to venue capacity and standard venue entry conditions.
Contact
If you’re having any problems with your booking, please contact us.