In this episode of Glasgow Sessions, Richard sits down with actor, writer, director, voice‑over artist and acting coach Kat Harrison – the working‑class creative force behind Chaos Collective and Break A Leg Academy (BALA).

They talk about Kat’s journey from youth theatre in Cumbernauld to founding her own theatre company and launching a pay‑what‑you‑can acting school in Glasgow, built to open doors that were almost closed to her. Kat shares what it really looks like to balance single parenthood, neurodivergence, creative work and community building in a sector that isn’t always kind to working‑class artists.

The conversation dives into BALA’s new production of John Lyly’s 16th‑century play Gallathea – a queer Elizabethan “romp” about love, disguise and identity – and what it means to stage that story in 2026 at The Ferry on the Broomielaw. Kat also reflects on the time she met and worked with @hitrecordjoe, and the vital work he’s doing to champion artists in a fast‑changing era of AI.

Along the way, there’s honest chat about access, confidence, class, and the power of small acts of kindness to change the whole direction of a life.

🎟 Gallathea – Show Info

Break A Leg Academy (BALA) presents Gallathea at The Ferry, 25 Anderston Quay, Glasgow G3 8BX, on June 15, 16 & 17.

Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 7:30 PM

More info: breakalegacademy.com

🔗 Follow

Kat on Instagram: @kat_harrison_creative

Break A Leg Academy: @breakalegacademy_bala

🎧 Listen & Subscribe

You can find Glasgow Sessions on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music – follow or subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.