Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery.

On this weeks episode I am talking to Kieran Young. Kieran is a freelance musical director and musician from Glasgow, having graduated from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in 2016. He worked on the Mamma Mia UK & International tour from 2019-2023 and since then has enjoyed depping on Jersey Boys and Sister Act UK tours.

Kieran is also an extremely passionate teacher and has taught in several different schools in the north of England and Scotland for several years. He has a very keen interest in invigorating the future of theatrical and musical talent across the country, alongside his work as an MD and musician.

Throughout this conversation, we delve into his journey in the industry - the highs, the lows and the lessons he has learnt to get to were he is today.

Whether you're a theatre professional, aspiring actor, or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket. Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery.

Every other week, I will be releasing solo episodes talking about different topics. This week I talk about my weekly REPORT.

Reading: I'm Glad My Mom Died By Jennette Mc Curdy

Eating: Nasi Goreng

Playing: Hyrox Training with MyCoach

Obsession: Shameless Podcast

Recommendation: Laura Hills MT Jazz Class at Pineapple Studios

Treat: Elsewhere Coffee

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Whether you're a theatre professional, aspiring actor, or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket. Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery.

On this weeks episode, I am speaking to Megan Armstrong. Megan is a a Musical Theatre Performer, a Soul Purpose Coach, Human Design Guide and Yoga Teacher. In this conversation we talk about how Megan's journey in the industry, how she got into coaching to help herself and others in audition environments, mindset and working from the inside out, as well as learning about Human Design and how to work with that to get the most out of life.

This conversation is super insightful and has so many amazing nuggets of knowledge and inspiration, I hope you enjoy as much as I did.

You can find Megan on Instagram at @megmindstrong for inspiration, knowledge and how to work with her personally.

Whether you're a theatre professional, aspiring actor, or or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket.Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain" the captivating theatre podcast that will take you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. We will be stepping into the secret world of theatre, discussing the personal stories, hidden gems, and unspoken topics that lie behind that mysterious curtain.

Every other week, I will be releasing solo episodes talking about different unspoken topics. This week I talk about some top tips I learnt from going to drama school and some little things I would try focus and understand to get the best out of your 3 years training.

Whether you're a theatre professional, aspiring actor, or or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket. Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that will take you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. We will be stepping into the secret world of theatre, discussing the personal stories, hidden gems, and unspoken topics that lie behind that mysterious curtain.

On today's episode, I'm speaking to Kaine Ruddach. Kaine is a northern performer from Yorkshire that has just finished the run in Heather the Musical, playing Preppy Stud as well as covering Ram and JD. We talk about training and continuing to practice your craft through jobs, the Heathers whirlwind and his personal stories of diversity in the theatre industry. 

Whether you're a theatre professional , aspiring actor, or or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket.Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain" the captivating theatre podcast that will take you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. We will be stepping into the secret world of theatre, discussing the personal stories, hidden gems, and unspoken topics that lie behind that mysterious curtain.

Every other week, I will be releasing solo episodes talking about different unspoken topics. This week I talk about 10 things I wish I had been taught at drama school. These are all personal opinions from myself and friends and hope some things are being educated now, and hope a few others are noted.

Whether you're a theatre professional , aspiring actor, or or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket. Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that will take you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. We will be stepping into the secret world of theatre, discussing the personal stories, hidden gems, and unspoken topics that lie behind that mysterious curtain.

On today's episode, I'm speaking to Jonathan Bentley. He has appeared in Mamma Mia the Party, Miss Saigon and From Here to Eternity. We talk about how rejection is a huge part of being in the industry and how to deal with it, the external pressures from industry standards and what we would like to change in the industry if we had a magic wand.

Whether you're a theatre professional , aspiring actor, or or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket.Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain" the captivating theatre podcast that will take you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. We will be stepping into the secret world of theatre, discussing the personal stories, hidden gems, and unspoken topics that lie behind that mysterious curtain.

Every other week, I will be releasing solo episodes talking about different unspoken topics. This week I talk about how to find routine in and out of work in the theatre industry. Also, I answer questions from the you listeners, so please send in yours via Instagram @behindthecurtain_pod and I will answer in the upcoming weeks. 

Whether you're a theatre professional , aspiring actor, or or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket. Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that will take you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. We will be stepping into the secret world of theatre, discussing the personal stories, hidden gems, and unspoken topics that lie behind that mysterious curtain.

Todays episode I am speaking to Ellie Potter. Ellie has worked as Deputy Company Manager and Assistant Stage Manger on shows like Mamma Mia, Lion King and Twilight Zone, as well as many more. She is now working in the NHS and we talk about the transition out the industry, tour life and protecting your time by setting boundaries.

Whether you're a theatre professional , aspiring actor, or or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket.Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that will take you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. We will be stepping into the secret world of theatre, discussing the personal stories, hidden gems, and unspoken topics that lie behind that mysterious curtain.

Every other week, I will be releasing solo episodes talking about different unspoken topics. This week I talk about how to deal with change and how I have dealt with it personally in my career. Also, I answer questions from the you listeners, so please send in yours via Instagram @behindthecurtain_pod and I will answer in the upcoming weeks.

Whether you're a theatre professional , aspiring actor, or or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket.Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.