The Business of Show Business

The Business of Show Business is back and to launch season 6 I brought back season 1 guest Graeme Pickering.So much has happened since casting director/consultant, choreographer and educator Graeme Pickering appeared on the podcast in first season.You can listen to his season 1 episode here.In this episode Graeme shares what life as a casting consultant is like while sharing tips for singers, dancers and actors wanting to secure, tours, West End contracts and cruise ship opportunities. He also discusses his new CIC Stammers Matter and a whole lot more.Find out more about Graeme on his website here.

That's a wrap on season 5 of The Business of Show Business podcast.After 10 fantastic guests from the entertainment, arts and culture sector, season 5 has come to an end. Don't panic, season 6 is already in development with lots of new guests and subjects to explore.

In this episode of The Business of Show Business podcast, entertainment journalist and presenter Jamie Body sits down with Courtney Ortiz.Jamie and Courtney's paths crossed many years ago when they both worked as dancers for Royal Caribbean Cruise Line.Courtney is a professional dancer, educator and adjudicator based in New York City.Some of her credits include the Broadway National Tour of Finding Neverland, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In the Heights, The Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring The Rockettes, and the first-ever revival in 30 years of Jerome Robbins’ Broadway, performed at The Muny and TUTS!In this episode, the pair talk about dance competitions and conventions, dance copyright and much more.

The Business of Show Business podcast is back! This time, we have also added video.Season 5 episode 9 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with prima ballerina and dance star of Prime Video's Étoile Constance Devernay-Laurence.From working her way up to Principal ballet dancer at the Scottish Ballet to touring and long days on set, Constance talks about growing her skill set, how dancers can break into TV and all things The Business of Show Business.

The Business of Show Business podcast is back! This time, we have also added video.Season 5 episode 8 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with theatre critic and creative writer Sam Marlowe. Sam Marlowe is reviews editor for The Stage. She trained and worked as an actor before becoming a full-time arts writer with a special interest in theatre and performance. She has written extensively for the Times, as well as the Independent, the i paper, Time Out, Metro, theartsdesk.com and the Chicago TribuneIn this episode, we discuss the importance of theatre reviewing, loving what you do and all things The Business of Show Business.

The Business of Show Business podcast is back! This time, we have also added video.Season 5 episode 7 sees former dancer and now journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with dancer turned personal trainer and fitness guru Chelsea Labadini.In this episode they discuss full body health and the fitness facts performers actually need to know.From what fuels your body to utilising social media to build your brand, join them as they discuss all things The Business of Show Business.

The Business of Show Business podcast is back! This time, we have also added video.Season 5 episode 6 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with West End performer and co-founder of West End Tails, Jack Greaves.Having performed in West End musicals such as Matilda and The Book of Mormon, as well as Starlight Express in Germany, Jack has now utilised his business skills to open a central London dog care space.In this episode, we discuss building a personal brand, launching a business from scratch and all things The Business of Show Business.If you want a sneak peek behind the running of a business while also performing, this is the episode for you.

The Business of Show Business podcast is back! This time, we have also added video.Season 5 episode 5 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with casting associate Bailey Frances.After a 12-year career in the arts, working as a dancer and model, Bailey discovered another side of the industry and started her journey into Casting in 2018.Bailey has worked for a number of well-known Casting Directors, including Tree Petts Casting, Kate and Lou Casting and is now an Associate at Shakyra Dowling Casting CSA.Bailey shares swapping her dancing shoes for the other side of the table.If you want a sneak peek behind the casting curtain, this is the episode for you.

The Business of Show Business podcast is back! This time, we have also added video.Season 5 episode 4 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with West End performer Alyn Hawk.Alyn is currently appearing in the West End musical The Great Gatsby at the London Coliseum.His previous credits include:Standby/Resident Director in Come From Away (UK Tour); Andy Lee/ Cover Julian Marsh in 42nd Street (UK Tour) Beast in Disney’s Beauty & the Beast (UK Tour), Lumiere in Disney’s Beauty & the Beast (UK Tour), Don Lockwood in Singin In TheRain (Adelphi Theatre); Ike Skidmore/Cover Curly in Oklahoma! (Chichester Festival Theatre); On Screen Actor in Small Island (National Theatre); Ensemble/Cover Young Buddy in Follies(National Theatre); Ensemble/Cover Pat, Mac and Doc in 42nd Street (Theatre Royal Drury Lane); Ensemble/Cover Henri and Adam in An American In Paris (Dominion Theatre); Cover Jerry Travers in Top Hot (UK Tour); Ensemble/Dance Captain in Evita (UK Tour).Alyn shares advice for standbys, covers and swings as well as the truth about life touring in number 1 musicals.

The Business of Show Business podcast is back! This time, we have also added video.Season 5 episode 3 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with West End performer and qualified bookkeeper and accountant Sally Frith.Sally shares what it is like performing in the West End show Evita alongside Rachel Zegler, as well as appearing as Sally Bowles in the West End in Cabaret and why freelance creatives shouldn't be afraid of tax.Tax for Actors appeared on Season 3 Episode 6 of The Business of Show Business podcast.

The Business of Show Business podcast is back! This time, we have also added video.Season 5 episode 2 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with PR specialist Chloé Nelkin who is the creator and founder of Chloé Nelkin Consulting.They discuss all things publicity from crisis comms to getting your personal brand out there and how to win over a PR firm.Find out more about the amazing work Chloé and CNC get up to.

The Business of Show Business podcast is back! This time, we have also added video.Season 5 episode 1 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with West End performer and viral content creator Adam Lyons.They discuss knowing your self-worth, how to sustain 8 shows a week on the West End, and creating viral content.Adam is the man behind the viral 'Looking for a man in finance' dance craze on social media, as well as securing millions of views on other dance videos, such as his Gnarly flashmob in London.Gnarly at Waterloo Station TikTokLooking for a man in finance TikTok

The Business of Show Business podcast is back! And this time, it's adding video.Join dancer turned arts marketer and entertainment journalist, and presenter Jamie Body as he sits down with industry professionals to unpack the business skills, stories, & side hustles behind the entertainment and creative industries.Season 5 lands every other Wednesday starting July 9th.

Welcome back to season 4 of The Business of Show Business Podcast.In this episode host, Jamie Body talks to Senay Taormina who as an ex performer runs the very successful agency The Dark Horse.They talk about how to build a career, make the most of every opportunity and much more.You can find out more about Senay online:Website: http://www.senaytaormina.com/Agency Website: https://www.tdhagency.com/Senay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/senay_creative/Senay Make Up Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/st_makeupartist/Agency Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tdhagency/

Welcome back to Season 4 of The Business of Show Business Podcast.Podcast host Jamie Body talks to director, acting coach and filmmaker Kieran Vyas about the industry.They talk about auditioning, getting the most out of your career and how to market yourself.Website: https://kieranvyas.co.uk/

Welcome back to season 4 of The Business of Show Business Podcast.In this episode host, Jamie Body talks to Alex Dyer from Theataaccounts. Tax doesn't have to be scary and Alex tells you why.During the episode, Alex shares advice on what you can and can't claim, advice on applying for a mortgage and so much more.Website: https://theataccounts.co.uk/Twitter: https://twitter.com/theataccountsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Theataccounts

Welcome back to The Business of Show Business Podcast.For season 4 episode 4 podcast host Jamie Body is joined by the News Editor from The Stage newspaper Matt Hemley.Matt originally trained as an actor before starting his journey as a journalist. In this podcast episode, the pair talk about the importance of theatre and entertainment journalism, press coverage and how to get into the world of journalism if you are interested in it. You can read Matt's articles here: https://www.thestage.co.uk/author-matthew-hemleyFind Matt on Twitter here - https://twitter.com/MattHemley

Welcome back to Season 4 of The Business of Show Business Podcast.Host Jamie Body is joined on this episode by J Harrison Ghee. They discuss performing on Broadway, the life-changing experience J had while performing as Lola in Kinky Boots, and playing Velma Kelly in Chicago.Twitter: https://twitter.com/jharrisongheeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jharrisonghee/

Welcome back to The Business of Show Business Podcast.For episode 2 of season 4, we talk to super swing Jen Caldwell.Jen has appeared in numerous shows across a multitude of roles. Credits include - Swing/cover Heather/Resident Director, American Idiot, UK & Ireland Tour. Swing/cover Emily, Knights of the Rose, Arts Theatre. Flick, The Rhythm Method, workshop, The Bush Theatre and The Landor Space. Dyanne, Million Dollar Quartet, Indian Tour. Cover Dyanne/Resident Director/Resident Choreographer, Million Dollar Quartet, UK & Ireland tour. Covered/played Princess Fiona, Shrek the Musical, UK & Ireland tour. Covered/played Sophie and Ali, Mamma Mia!, Prince of Wales and Novello Theatres.Jen is currently touring the UK in the smash-hit musical Six. In this episode, Jen and Jamie Body discuss the skills needed to be a swing, life on tour and much more. Twitter: @jennifer_caldInstagram: @jcaldwell6889

Welcome back to season 4 of The Business of Show Business podcast.In this episode podcast host, Jamie Body is joined by agent and manager JBR. JBR shares his year's of knowledge and advice with listeners as they discuss how to build a happy and lasting relationship with your agent, how it's ok to follow other passions and much more. Book: Getting, Keeping & Working with Your Acting Agent: The Compact GuideWebsite: https://jbragent.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jbragentInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jbragent/