Marina Prior: Voice of a Generation | McLaren Versus

On this episode of McLaren Versus, Spencer welcomes Marina Prior—the first lady of Australian musical theatre, whose voice and artistry have defined a generation of stage and concert performance.

From her star-making turn in The Phantom of the Opera to a remarkable career spanning the country’s biggest productions, Marina reflects on the natural arc of her journey—moving from ingénue roles sung with youthful clarity to embracing the depth and texture of complex character parts as her career matured.

It’s a conversation about artistry, adaptation, and the enduring magic of storytelling through song.

Topics Discussed:

1. Discovering music and performance as a young girl in Melbourne
2. Breaking through with The Phantom of the Opera and other landmark roles
3. The transition from ingénue to character roles
4. The discipline and daily rituals behind maintaining a world-class instrument
5. How motherhood and family shaped her artistry and perspective
6. Why live theatre remains her truest creative home

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