In this episode, Chris Santillán, musical director, pianist, and educator, proves how far a formal musical education can take you, if you “know your why”.

Chris has spent his career telling stories through music, on tour and at sea, and he walks us through some of the highlights of his career as MD.

He tells us why he studied to be an ER doctor (and what caused him to change career paths), whether or not “the show must go on” is just something old fogies believe, and how he feels about being part of the bourgeoning music scene in the UAE and educating its next generation of performers.

If you’re considering a career in musical theatre, or looking to study performing arts in UAE, you need to hear what Chris has to say.

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