Paul Nicholas started out with a pop career, but soon changed to musical theatre, playing the lead role in Jesus Christ Superstar at the West End’s Palace Theatre in 1972. Later, in the 1970s, he returned to the pop charts, and he began an acting career – starring in the 1983 BBC sitcom Just Good Friends. The show won a BAFTA and Paul was nominated for best comedy performance.

After the TV series ended, he returned to musical theatre and various other entertainment roles, including producing and directing. He is also known for his more recent television role in EastEnders and The Real Marigold Hotel.

It is a pleasure to return to Andrew Lloyd Webber’s private theatre for writer, broadcaster and interviewer Edward Seckerson’s conversation with Paul Nicholas about his life and career.

By kind permission of Lord and Lady Lloyd Webber