Life After Jazz Hands

In this Special Episode and Final of Season Two we sit down with one of our previous guests Rachael Archer to recap and discuss the most stand out moments of the Second Half of Season Two of Life After Jazz Hands.In this episode we listen back to & discuss clips the episodes of Tanya Nicole Edwards, Kage Douglas, Tommy Franzen, Anna Jane Casey, Lucinda Lawrence, Carl Mullaney, Lizzie Gee, Stuart King, Simon Lee Hardwick, Rachael Archer, Claire Cable, Steph Parry, Zoe Rainey, Tasha Sheridan and Davinder Hayre.If you have been or are currently affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, here are some resources you might find useful:Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Men's Body Image Helpage - https://www.bluelighttogether.org/content-detail/combating-body-image-issues-for-menThe Miscarriage Association - https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/National Fertility Network - https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/Arthritus Foundation - https://www.arthritis.org/diseases/rheumatoid-arthritisAnthony Walker Foundation - Racism & Hate Crime Charity - https://anthonywalkerfoundation.com/Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Special Episode we sit down with one of our previous guests Rachael Archer to recap and discuss the most stand out moments of the First Half of Season Two of Life After Jazz Hands.In this episode we listen back to clips from Jon Robyns, Amy Thornton, Marcus Scimia, Hollie Taylor, Wayne Perry, Jenny Fitzpatrick, Adam James Phillips, Damian Winter Higgins, Stephen Uppal, Chris Gardener, Tara Wilkinson, Mark Chalk Isles, Jasmine Kerr and Liyann Marie.If you have been or are currently affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, here are some resources you might find useful:Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Men's Body Image Helpage - https://www.bluelighttogether.org/content-detail/combating-body-image-issues-for-menThe Miscarriage Association - https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/National Fertility Network - https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/Arthritus Foundation - https://www.arthritis.org/diseases/rheumatoid-arthritisAnthony Walker Foundation - Racism & Hate Crime Charity - https://anthonywalkerfoundation.com/Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Davider Singh founded 'Duwara Consciousness Foundation' with his wife which is a non-profit organisation in California routed in Sikh Values. Please click to learn more and donate - https://www.duwara.org/Davinder originally hails from Birmingham. He attended the Arts Educational Schools London on a Scholarship, Graduating in 2004 with a degree in Musical Theatre.After working in the entertainment industry Dav transitioned into ethical baby clothing with his shop 'Cuddle Me Green', after the birth of his first father.He then relocated to the midlands to work for the NHS while his children grew. During this time he discovered 'Bikram Yoga' and eventually opened his own studio in Warwick.In a leap of faith and longing for a warmer climate Dav relocated to California where he ran two other 'Bikram Yoga' studios.Longing to help others after reconnecting with his Sikh Faith he eventually founded 'Duwara Consciousness Foundation'. The foundation has a food truck providing free meals to the homeless, fully funded by public donations, and the largest shower trailer program in the region, serving over 15,000 people, including those affected by Hurricane Helene in South Carolina in 2024. As an independent non-profit, DCF now stewards 120 acres in San Diego, where we are building homes, a regenerative farm, and businesses to empower high-functioning homeless individuals with sustainable opportunities.If this wasn't enough. Dav is also CEO of 3HO international, run DCF, have a cpa/accountancy firm and have a stake in multiple AI based startup companies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2 of this special episode we continue the conversation with our three previous guests Steph Parry, Zoe Rainey and Tasha Sheridan to discuss their experiences of being a mother while working in theatre, and to keep the conversation moving we hear from other parents in theatre Anna Jane Casey, Jon Robyns, Brendan Cull, Lauren Hall, Nadine Higgin and Lucinda Lawrence. Our Guest Stars tell their stories and pose questions to our guests.Steph Parry has just returned leading the International Tour of 'Mamma Mia!'. She began the tour when her first born son was just eight weeks. She raised her child along with her partner Phil while on tour, and she speaks to us on her experience of this.Zoe Rainey has just finished a fabulous run in the West End of 'Mean Girls' the Musical, which was her first show returning to theatre after having her daughter a few years ago. She speaks to us about this experience of navigating a life with her partner 'Paul Gatehouse' who works as a Sound Designer in Theatre.Tasha Sheridan is currently touring the show 'Defying Gravity - West End Women'. Tasha is a mother of two and her husband 'Adam Fisher' works as a sound designer in the West End. She speaks to us navigating the theatre life, and the changes that happen as a parent as your kids grow older.If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -Actors Children's Trust - Standing by Actors who are Parents in Theatre - https://actorschildren.org/NHS Postnatal Depression Helpline - https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/post-natal-depression/overview/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode we sat down with three of our previous guests Steph Parry, Zoe Rainey and Tasha Sheridan to discuss their experiences of being a mother while working in theatre. The highs, the lows, the difficulties and what needs to change.Steph Parry has just returned leading the International Tour of 'Mamma Mia!'. She began the tour when her first born son was just eight weeks. She raised her child along with her partner Phil while on tour, and she speaks to us on her experience of this.Zoe Rainey has just finished a fabulous run in the West End of 'Mean Girls' the Musical, which was her first show returning to theatre after having her daughter a few years ago. She speaks to us about this experience of navigating a life with her partner 'Paul Gatehouse' who works as a Sound Designer in Theatre.Tasha Sheridan is currently touring the show 'Defying Gravity - West End Women'. Tasha is a mother of two and her husband 'Adam Fisher' works as a sound designer in the West End. She speaks to us navigating the theatre life, and the changes that happen as a parent as your kids grow older.If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -Actors Children's Trust - Standing by Actors who are Parents in Theatre - https://actorschildren.org/NHS Postnatal Depression Helpline - https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/post-natal-depression/overview/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Claire Fishenden now known as Claire Cable is a Performer, Business Woman, and Children's Author - https://www.instagram.com/claire_cableShe has recently become a children's author of 'The Seven Legged Spider' which is available to Pre-Order Now - The Seven-Legged Spider (Pre-Order Special)with some of the proceeds going to 'Alfie's A Team', which raises money to help families with a child with a disability in Southend and Essex.Hailing from Romford in Essex, she gained a place at the Arts Educational Schools, Chiswick. Upon graduating in 2004 she booked a role in the West End Cast of 'Mamma Mia!' where she understudied the leading role of Sophie. She then went on to appear in UK Tour and West End Production of ‘The Sound of Music’, understudying and then playing the role of 'Liese'l & understudying the role of 'Maria'.She appeared in both the motion picture of ‘Mamma Mia!’ and ‘Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again’. As well as in screen roles on screen in ‘The Bill’, ‘Jonathan Creek’ and ‘Locked Up Abroad’. In 2012, she started a business with 'Arbonne', which has taken her all over the world as a speaker and performer. She still keeps her toe dipped in the performing world with your entertainment company ‘West End Voices’. Claire was recently been diagnosed with ADHD, something she is keen to discuss with the world to help others understand and encourage others to get diagnosed.If you have been affected by any topics discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)ADHD UK - https://adhduk.co.uk/988 Lifeline - https://988lifeline.org/Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachael Archer is an Actress, Dancer, Singer, Choreographer and Teacher who is currently appearing in Cameron Mackintosh's West End Production of 'Oliver!'. Prior to this they appeared as 'Bea' in 'Something Rotten' at the English Theatre, Frankfurt.Hailing from Tunbridge, Kent. Rachael went on to attend the Academy of Contemporary Music for a year in 2002 before being offered a place at the Arts Educational Schools, Chiswick. They Graduated with a Degree in Musical Theatre in 2006. Upon leaving college they went to appear in 'Angels & Kings' at Arundel Festival,'City Of Angels' English Theatre, Frankfurt. They made their West End Debut in 'Imagine This' at the New London Theatre. Following this they went onto to appear in the UK Tour of 'Aspects of Love', 'Gigi' and 'Hello Dolly' at Regents Park Theatre, 'Sweet Charity' at the Menier Chocolate Factory and the Haymarket Theatre, London, the Motion Picture of 'Les Miserables', 'The Tempest' Theatre Royal, Bath, 'Barnum' at the Chichester Theatre and 'Betty Blue Eyes' at the Novello Theatre.If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources - If you have been affected by any of the conversations discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -If you have been affected by any of the conversations discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -One in Four - Supporting Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Trauma - https://oneinfour.org.uk/ The Survivors Trust - Rape & Sexual Abuse Services UK - https://thesurvivorstrust.org/Women's Aid - Domestic Abuse Help - https://www.womensaid.org.uk/Crisis - https://www.crisistextline.org/topics/emotional-abuse/Road Peace - National Charity for Road Crash Victims - https://www.roadpeace.org/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)988 Lifeline - https://988lifeline.org/Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Lee Hardwick - https://www.instagram.com/simonlhardwick/Simon Lee Hardwick is a Choreographer, Movement Director, Musical Stager and Director. He hails from Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire. At 16 he attended Performers College in Essex, graduating in 2004. He left college early to join the German production of 'Aida' in Germany. He then joined the Original West End cast of 'Wicked', following that he appeared in the West End Cast of 'Grease', 'High School Musical' One & Two, the UK Tour of 'Footloose', the London Revival of 'A Chorus Line' at the Palladium, 'Chicago' at the Leicester Curve, 'Miss Saigon' at the Prince Edward Theatre.As a creative he assisted Drew McConie on ‘Drunk’ in which he also performed as well as 'Jesus Christ Superstar' at Regents Park, ‘Groundhog day’ in Helsinki, Finland as choreographer, the recently the acclaimed production of ‘Annie Get your Gun’ at the Lavender Theatre, 'Closer to Heaven’ as Director ar the Turbine Theatre, ‘My Favourite Things’ at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, ‘My Fair Lady’ at the Coliseum, and ‘Silence of the Lambs’ the musical all working alongside Christopher Gattelli. As well as countless musical and dance productions at Mountivew, Arts Ed, Emil Dale Academy, Bird College, Leeds Conservatoire, Guildford School of Acting and NYMT. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart Burke is a Worship Pastor at the Emmanuel Church in Croydon, where gets to combine his faith, with his love of music and performing.Previously known to his performer friends as Stuart King, he originally hails from Tunbridge in Kent. In 2001 at the age of 16 years old, he attended the Arts Educational Schools, Chiswick to study Musical Theatre, Graduating in 2004. After leaving college Stuart went on to appear in the UK Tour of 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat'. Following this he appeared in the UK Tour of 'Chitty Bang Bang', once again 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' in the West End, Hello Dolly (Regents Park), the UK Tour of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show', 'West Side Story' and 'Jersey Boys' in the West End.From this he transitioned into being a Worship Pastor at Emmanuel Church, Croydon. During which time he studied theology at 'St Mellitus College' and he is on the journey to train other worship leaders through 'Worship Leader Training'.If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -Men's Minds Matter - https://www.mensmindsmatter.org/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lizzie Gee is a Choreographer and Director who is an Associate Artist at the 'The Old Vic'.Most recently she has Directed and Choreographed 'The Lightning Thief - The Percy Jackson Musical' which is currently playing at 'The Other Palace' before going on a UK Tour. She also recently choreographed ‘Clueless The Musical' at Trafalgar Theatre in London.Hailing for Dronfield between Sheffield and Chesterfield. She attended the Phil Winston’s School of Dance in Blackpool.As a performer she worked on shows such as The National UK tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'Sunset Boulevard', the UK Tour of ‘Fame!’ and ‘Mary Poppins’ at the Prince Edward Theatre.As a resident choreographer she worked on ‘Billy Elliot’ the Musical and as assistant choreographer on ‘Bat Boy’ the musical and ‘Our House’ the Madness Musical.As a choreographer credits include ‘Snoppy the Musical’, ‘Daddy Cool’, ‘Hair’, ‘Babes in Arms’, ‘The All Male Pirates of Penzance’, ‘Love Story’, ‘Buddy’, ‘Annie Get Your Gun’, ‘Million Dollar Quartet’, and ‘Here You Come Again’.For the RSC you have worked on ‘The Winters Tale’ and at the National Theatre on productions of ‘Rocket to the Moon’ and ‘Jack Absolute Flies Again’.Film and TV projects include ‘Grinch the Musical’ for NBC and the acclaimed motion picture ‘Pride’.As an associate artist at the ‘Old Vic’ Lizzi has worked on productions at the Old and Young Vic of ‘Groundhog Day’, ‘Future Conditional’ ‘Rozencrantz & Guildenstein are Dead’, ‘Vernon God Little’, ‘A Face in the Crowd’, ‘Twelfth Night’ and most notably ‘A Christmas Carol’ which has now run for 9 years during its Christmas Season. A production which also has made it to Melbourne Australia and Broadway.If you have been affected by any conversations discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carl Mullaney - https://www.instagram.com/carlmullaney/You can catch Carl Hosting most Monday Evenings Hosting Kinky Cabaret Bar in 'Freedom Soho' - https://freedombarsoho.com/Carl has recently played 'Albin' in the critically acclaimed production of ‘La Cage Aux Folles’ playing the lead role of ‘Albin’. Following this he went onto play 'Monsignor O’Hara' in Sister Act (Dominion Theatre), alongside ‘Beverley knight’ and a host of other stars.Hailing from Darwen, Lancashire, Carl attended Arts Educational Schools London, where you graduated in 2003.After graduating he booked a booked a role as ‘Mary Sunshine’ in the International Tour of Chicago. From he went on to appear in West End and National pProductions of ‘Saucy Jax and the Space Vixens’, ‘We Raise Our Hands’, ‘Banana Man, the Musica!’, ‘Jest End’, ‘Franks Closet’, and ‘Drama Queen’. You returned to the West End production of ‘Chicago’, playing Mary Sunshine, and you also appeared in the West End and 25th Anniversary Productions of ‘Les Miserables’.As a Solo Act and Cabaret Host you been seen at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, The Clapham Grand, Le Crazy Coqs at The Zedel Brasserie, The Hippodrome Leicester Square, the Delfont Room at the Prince of Wales Theatre, and in the Beaufort Bar at the Savoy Hotel London.Hosting has taken Carl internationally to the Mountains of Verbier, Switzerland. The Rainforests of Costa Rica, the streets of Buenos Aires, and the Swamps of New Orleans.In recent years Carl been a resident host of ‘Mighty Hoopla’, the UK’s biggest, Queer, Inclusive Music Festival, - this year alone playing to around 50,000 people in Brockwell Park, Brixton.Most notably, for the last 14 years Carl has had the pleasure of hosting ‘KINKY KABARET’ at the legendary Freedom Bar, Soho - the West End’s most popular and enduring late-night cabaret extravaganza.If you have been affected by any issues discussed in this episode please see below for some helpful resourcesNational LGBTQIA+ Helpline - https://switchboard.lgbt/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)988 Lifeline - https://988lifeline.org/Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lucinda Lawrence is currently appearing as ‘Kate’ in the immersive theatre production of Abba's ‘Mamma Mia! The Party' at the O2 in London.Hailing from the Wirral, Lucinda Lawrence got some early training with 'National Youth Ballet'. She then attended the Arts Educational schools in London, graduating with a Degree in Musical Theatre in 2007.Not long after graduating college she booked a job in the Nationa Tour of Mary Poppins.From here she went onto appear in productions of ‘Love Never Dies’, ‘Soho Cinders’, ‘Wonderful Town’, ‘Kiss me Kate’, ‘Guys & Dolls’, ‘White Christmas’, ‘On the Town’, ‘Fiddler on the Roof’, ‘Liverbirds Flying Home’, ‘9 to 5’, ‘The Taxidermists Daughter’, ‘Fame’, the now cult classic ‘Cool Rider’ inspired by Grease 2. As well as the motion pictures of ‘Wonka’ and ‘Matilda’.Some standout credits include ‘Chicago’ at the Leicester Curve, also as assistant choreographer. ‘42nd Street’ at Leicester Curve where she stepped up to play the lead on opening night. Drew McConies incredible Dance Entertainment Production of ‘Drunk’, Velma Von Tussle’ in the UK tour of 'Hairspray', Cherry Sundae in 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’.As a choreographer she has worked on ‘Stranger Sings’ at the Southwark Playhouse, ‘Claus’ at The Lowry, and many projects with choreographer Drew McConie. You also assisted on the film of ‘Judy’ starring Renne Zellwegger.As a voiceover artist she narrates BBC 1’s 'Garden Rescue' and can also be heard on BBC Radio 2s ‘Sounds of Paul McCartney’.If you have been affected by any conversations discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anna Jane-Casey has recently finished playing the iconic 'Sybil Fawlty; in the sell-out run of 'FAWLTY TOWERS' at the Apollo Theatre and prior to this she originated the role of 'Fraulein Fritzie Kost' in the award winning production of 'CABARET' at the KitKat Club/Playhouse alongside Eddie Redmayne and Jessie Buckley.You can hear Anna Jane Casey on the Charity Single 'I'm a Woman' for Ovarian Cancer as part of 'Woman' alongside Kerry Ellis, Mazz Murray and Gina Murray featuring the one and only Brian May - https://myslink.app/womanthebandAnna was born in Manchester, and grew up in Rawtenstall alongside her sister Natalie Casey. After receiving her dance and performance training at ‘LUPINOS’, at 16 she booked your first job in the West End Production of ‘CATS’.From here she went on to appear in the Original West End casts of ‘CHILDREN OF EDEN’, ‘JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT’, ‘OUT OF THE BLUE’ and ‘GREASE’, and from here include Buffy, Dinah & Pearl in 'STARLIGHT EXPRESS', Anita in 'WEST SIDE STORY' , Velma Kelly in 'CHICAGO' , Mickey in 'MY ONE AND ONLY', 'ON YOUR TOES' with Adam Cooper, Charity in 'SWEET CHARITY' at the Sheffield Crucible which earned her a TMA nomination.She was then invited back to the Crucible to play the title role in 'PIAF.'Following on from this she appeared in 'SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE' (Menier Chocolate Factory), 'HOBSONS CHOICE' at the Watermill , an award winning performance as 'Mabel' in 'MACK AND MABEL', 'ALADDIN' in Hackney Empires iconic pantomime, 'COMEDY OF ERRORS' at Regents Park, 'BELLS ARE RINGING' at the Union Theatre , 'RADIO TIMES' (Watermill), 'COMPANY' (Sheffield Crucible), Lady Of The Lake in 'SPAMALOT' (The Playhouse Theatre), 'STEPPING OUT' (Vaudeville Theatre), Mrs Wilkinson in 'BILLY ELLIOT' (The Victoria Palace) and on tour, 'FORBIDDEN BROADWAY' (The Vaudeville Theatre and Menier Chocolate Factory), 'JERRY’S GIRLS'and once again 'MACK AND MABEL' (UK and Ireland tour).She returned once again to the Sheffield Crucible to appear in 'FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS' and Annie Oakley in 'ANNIE GET YOUR GUN', and shein UK and Ireland tour of CALENDAR GIRLS playing the leading role of Annie Clarke.She appeared in the Toronto and West End Revival of ;GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY', featuring the music Bob Dylan, 'STAGES' at the Vaults festival London. and 'THE BAND PLAYS ON', which was streamed online by the Crucible Theatre during the pandemic. She won the 2023 British Pantomime Award for Best Supporting Artist as 'Cilla Quack', the goose that lays the golden eggs, to Sir Ian McKellen’s MOTHER GOOSE at the Duke of Yorks theatre and across the UK. And she was invited to appear in 'Stephen Sondheims Old Friends' Tribute Concert which was screened on the BBC.Her screen credits include ‘Eastenders’, ‘Doctors’, ‘Coronation Street’, ‘The Bill’ ‘Silent Witness’, ‘Heartbeat’, ‘Holby City’, ‘The Royal’, the motion picture ‘Beyond the Sea’ and ‘Family Guy’ as Stewies British Mother.She has sung all over the world with orchestras including the 2010 'Roger’s & Hammerstein Prom' with the John Wilkinson orchestra, and ‘BBCs Hollywood Swinging Christmas’ alongside Seth Mcfarlane and Curtis Stigers. and has just appeared on the BBC Big Band for Radio 2 in Belfast.If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in todays show please see below for some helpful resourcesMixed Race Faces - https://mixedracefaces.com/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anna Jane-Casey has recently finished playing the iconic 'Sybil Fawlty; in the sell-out run of 'FAWLTY TOWERS' at the Apollo Theatre and prior to this she originated the role of 'Fraulein Fritzie Kost' in the award winning production of 'CABARET' at the KitKat Club/Playhouse alongside Eddie Redmayne and Jessie Buckley.You can hear Anna Jane Casey on the Charity Single 'I'm a Woman' for Ovarian Cancer as part of 'Woman' alongside Kerry Ellis, Mazz Murray and Gina Murray featuring the one and only Brian May - https://myslink.app/womanthebandAnna was born in Manchester, and grew up in Rawtenstall alongside her sister Natalie Casey. After receiving her dance and performance training at ‘LUPINOS’, at 16 she booked your first job in the West End Production of ‘CATS’.From here she went on to appear in the Original West End casts of ‘CHILDREN OF EDEN’, ‘JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT’, ‘OUT OF THE BLUE’ and ‘GREASE’, and from here include Buffy, Dinah & Pearl in 'STARLIGHT EXPRESS', Anita in 'WEST SIDE STORY' , Velma Kelly in 'CHICAGO' , Mickey in 'MY ONE AND ONLY', 'ON YOUR TOES' with Adam Cooper, Charity in 'SWEET CHARITY' at the Sheffield Crucible which earned her a TMA nomination.She was then invited back to the Crucible to play the title role in 'PIAF.'Following on from this she appeared in 'SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE' (Menier Chocolate Factory), 'HOBSONS CHOICE' at the Watermill , an award winning performance as 'Mabel' in 'MACK AND MABEL', 'ALADDIN' in Hackney Empires iconic pantomime, 'COMEDY OF ERRORS' at Regents Park, 'BELLS ARE RINGING' at the Union Theatre , 'RADIO TIMES' (Watermill), 'COMPANY' (Sheffield Crucible), Lady Of The Lake in 'SPAMALOT' (The Playhouse Theatre), 'STEPPING OUT' (Vaudeville Theatre), Mrs Wilkinson in 'BILLY ELLIOT' (The Victoria Palace) and on tour, 'FORBIDDEN BROADWAY' (The Vaudeville Theatre and Menier Chocolate Factory), 'JERRY’S GIRLS'and once again 'MACK AND MABEL' (UK and Ireland tour).She returned once again to the Sheffield Crucible to appear in 'FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS' and Annie Oakley in 'ANNIE GET YOUR GUN', and shein UK and Ireland tour of CALENDAR GIRLS playing the leading role of Annie Clarke.She appeared in the Toronto and West End Revival of ;GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY', featuring the music Bob Dylan, 'STAGES' at the Vaults festival London. and 'THE BAND PLAYS ON', which was streamed online by the Crucible Theatre during the pandemic. She won the 2023 British Pantomime Award for Best Supporting Artist as 'Cilla Quack', the goose that lays the golden eggs, to Sir Ian McKellen’s MOTHER GOOSE at the Duke of Yorks theatre and across the UK. And she was invited to appear in 'Stephen Sondheims Old Friends' Tribute Concert which was screened on the BBC.Her screen credits include ‘Eastenders’, ‘Doctors’, ‘Coronation Street’, ‘The Bill’ ‘Silent Witness’, ‘Heartbeat’, ‘Holby City’, ‘The Royal’, the motion picture ‘Beyond the Sea’ and ‘Family Guy’ as Stewies British Mother.She has sung all over the world with orchestras including the 2010 'Roger’s & Hammerstein Prom' with the John Wilkinson orchestra, and ‘BBCs Hollywood Swinging Christmas’ alongside Seth Mcfarlane and Curtis Stigers. and has just appeared on the BBC Big Band for Radio 2 in Belfast.If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in todays show please see below for some helpful resourcesMixed Race Faces - https://mixedracefaces.com/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tommy Franzen - https://www.instagram.com/tommythefranzen/Tommy Franzen is an award winning and multi skilled creative who is predominantly known and admired for his work in the dance and choreography world:. As well as this his skills include stunt work, martial arts, rock climbing, acting and property investment. Hailing from just outside Malmo in Sweden , Tommy moved to London to study at The Urdang Academy. He embraced on his professional career whilst still at college and has navigated his career between stage and screen work.On stage Tommy has appeared in musicals and dance productions including ‘Blaze’, ‘The Five and Prophecy of Prana’ for Boy Blue Entertainment, ‘Utopia Live Lates’,‘Leda and the swan’ and ‘Goldberg’.For Zoonation he has appeared in productions of ‘The Mad Hatters Tea Party’, ‘Message in a Bottle’ featuring the music of Sting and ‘Sone Like it Hip Hop’.On screen Tommy has appeared in films including ‘Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire’, ‘Mamma Mia’ and ‘Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again, ‘Alladin', 'Everybody’s Talking About Jamie’, ‘Cats’ and most recently ‘Snow White’. As well as this Tommy has featured in numerous commercials. Tommy also was a contestant in the first season of the UK version of ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ finishing second. As a choreographer he has worked on productions with Zoonation, Film productions, and Music Videos including the iconic ‘Swagger Jagger’ by Cher lloyd. He has also been a choreographer on bbcs strictly come dancing since 2018. If you have been affected by any conversations discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -Men's Minds Matter - https://www.mensmindsmatter.org/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kage Douglas - https://www.instagram.com/kagedouglas/Kage Fitness - https://www.kagefitness.co.uk/Kage Douglas is a dancer, performer and fitness instructor. Hailing from Stratford, London, he attended Bird Dance College graduating In 2005. He went on to appear in shows Abroad, UK Tours and West End Productions including ‘The Pirates on Penzance’, ‘Saturday Night Fever’, ‘We Will Rock You’, ‘Joseph and his technicolor Dreamcoat’, ‘Hair’, ‘Dirty Dancing’, ‘Ghost’ and ‘Naked Boys Singing’.Kage was a dancer in the opening of the London 2012 Olympics, and on screen he has appeared in ‘Mamma Mia’ as well as the new motion picture ‘Snow White’. It was during a break in Malaysia that from the German production of ‘Dirty Dancing’ that Kage was unfortunately jumped leaving him with a ruptured patella tendon.Alongside this Kage is also a Fitness Instructor in Barre, Yoga. Strength, Spin, High & Low Intensity Cardio, plus Post & Pre-Natal Fitness.If this wasn’t enough Kage is the Vice Principal, Head of dance, and one of the Directors of 'The Boury Academy' in Lambeth, which is a non profit performing arts school and studio designed to increase access to the professional performing arts. The Boury Academy - https://www.thebouryacademy.co.uk/If you have been affected by any of the conversations discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -Anthony Walker Foundation - Racism & Hate Crime Charity - https://anthonywalkerfoundation.com/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)988 Lifeline - https://988lifeline.org/Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tanya Nicole Edwards is a Singer, Actress, Youth Worker and all around Creative who has always brought her authentic self to the table. Born and raised in West and North west London, Tanya was always grounded in the importance of her community. It was at 16 she bunked off college to attend the open auditions for the West End production of 'The Lion King’. The team saw something in her and before she knew it she was appearing in the show. From here she went onto perform in West End and touring productions of ‘Dirty Dancing’, ‘Hairspray’, ‘The Book of Mormon’ ‘Beautiful, the Carol King Musical, ‘Motown the Musical’ understanding the role of Diana Ross, ‘Sister Act’ and most recently ‘Play on! A Jazz Musical’. Tanya also works as a backing singer for ‘Soul 2 Soul’ which has taken her across the world working alongside some incredible artists. Tanya Nicole Edwards Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tanyanicoleedwards/Please see below for some helpful resources relating to the Arts and Todays Episode - Anthony Walker Foundation - Racism & Hate Crime Charity - https://anthonywalkerfoundation.com/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)988 Lifeline - https://988lifeline.org/Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liyann Marie Casting - https://www.instagram.com/liyannemariecasting/Runway House Dance Training - https://www.instagram.com/runwayhouse/'F**** The News' Live Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/fthenews/Casting Director Liyann Marie was raised in South London, and at the age of 14 attended the 'Brit School'. Her main focus on was on dance, leading her to perform with companies such as ‘Boy Blue’ and 'Identity'. She also danced at the London 2012 Olympics.In time she then found she found her love for working as a Casting Director. She has worked on numerous music videos including one for 'Ed Sheeran', numerous. commercials, immersive theatre, recently vertical dramas, as well as Feature Films including 'Never Had a Chance' and 'Pressure'. In addition to this Liyann is an assistant head of 'Runway House', which is a versatile part time dance training which launches and catapults careers. If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in todays show please see below for some helpful resourcesMeningitis Help - https://www.meningitishelp.org/landerMixed Race Faces - https://mixedracefaces.com/Anthony Walker Foundation - Racism & Hate Crime Charity - https://anthonywalkerfoundation.com/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)988 Lifeline - https://988lifeline.org/Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hailing from Manchester, Jasmine moved to London to attend the he infamous London Studio Centre, Graduating in 2008. Upon leaving she booked a role in ‘On the Town’ at the Theatre Du Chalet, Paris, which was choreographed by Stephen Mear. From there she then went onto appear in theatre productions of 'We Will Rock You', 'Barnum', 'Hairspray', 'Annie Get Your Gun', '42nd Street', ‘Wicked. Plus ‘Follies’ at the National Theatre, London.Jazz sucessfully then transitioned herself into screen work appearing in TV shows such as ‘Vera’, ‘Brassic’ ‘Hollyoaks’ and also in the Amy Winehouse biopic Feature Film ‘Back to Black’. She has just finished a run appearing in the acclaimed National Theatre production of ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’, which is being screened in cinemas as part of NT Live. If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in todays show please see below for some helpful resources Anthony Walker Foundation - Racism & Hate Crime Charity - https://anthonywalkerfoundation.com/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)988 Lifeline - https://988lifeline.org/Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hailing from Abingdon in South Oxfordshire, Mark went on to attend the Arts Educational Schools London studying Musical Theatre graduating in 2003.From there he appeared as 'Angel' in 'Rent' in Germany, plus UK Tours of 'Chitty Chatty Bang Bang' and 'Singing in the Rain'. He was in the Original West End Cast of 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' at Drury Lane in London, as well as productions of 'Elf The Musical' and 'Me and My Girl'.In 2012, Mark felt the need to pass his knowledge on, so he branched out into musical theatre education, receiving his degree from Middlesex University, and has since taught and choreographed at many of the top musical theatre institutions in the U.K. as well as being a theatre producer for 'An Tobar and Mull Theatre'.An Tobar and Mull Theatre - https://www.antobarandmulltheatre.co.uk/If you have been affected by any issues discussed in this episode please see below for some helpful resourcesNational Bullying Helpline - https://www.nationalbullyinghelpline.co.uk/contact.htmlNational LGBTQIA+ Helpline - https://switchboard.lgbt/First 4 Adoption - https://www.first4adoption.org.uk/who-can-adopt-a-child/how-do-i-decide/thinking-about-adoption-lgbt/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)988 Lifeline - https://988lifeline.org/Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year oldsAdoption UK - https://www.adoptionuk.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.