A week in the life of Pippin's Jonathan Carlton

Pippin is currently running at the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester, offering audiences the chance to experience Stephen Schwartz and Roger O. Hirson's circus musical as it returns to the UK.

We asked Jonathan Carlton, who plays the titular role, to give us a cheeky look backstage at the Hope Mill and his experience on the show.

The cast with a "Morning Glow! "

JC: Cheeky notes session before we get started on stage

The Hope Mill in all its "Glory"

JC: In early to film the promo!

Some gifts to "Spread a Little Sunshine"

JC: My lovely 'break-a-leg' cards!

Getting warmed up – there's "Magic To Do"

JC: Warm up on stage and a serious arm workout featuring Beyonce belting us through the pain.

Filming some "Magic Shows and Miracles"

JC: Filming for the promo is underway! Genevieve rocking it out as Leading Player.

And the day's done – there's "No Time At All"…

JC: Found my "Corner of the Sky". Now to go home and sleep!

Pippin runs at the Hope Mill Theatre until 23 September.