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Loresa Leka: Performing Her Truth, Writing Her Way In
What does it take to turn personal memories into powerful theatre?
In this episode of the ALSA UK Podcast, we sit down with Loresa Leka, an actress, writer, and performer whose bold storytelling has captured national stages and now, our hearts.
From navigating identity in the diaspora to writing her award-winning play Teapot Troubles, Loresa opens up about her creative process, the legacy of her family’s journey, and the reality of making space in an industry that doesn’t always make room.
This episode is for anyone creating their own path in the arts, and especially for those who know what it means to carry more than one home in their story.
You’ll hear about:
– How her family’s stories became the foundation of her art
– What it felt like to see Albanian culture at the National Theatre
– Translating the Kosovo war into personal, creative memory
– The emotional challenges of putting on her first solo play
– Advice for young creatives navigating doubt and identity
📌 Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to Loresa Leka
01:19 – The Creative Path: From Music to Theatre
04:33 – Identity and Storytelling: The Albanian Influence
08:24 – The Impact of Family on Creative Expression
11:22 – Navigating Identity as a Young Albanian
15:18 – The Dual Role: Writing and Acting in Citizen
17:31 – Emotional Depth in Performance: The Heart of Citizen
21:26 – Cultural Pride and Integration: A Balancing Act
24:17 – Teapot Troubles: A Milestone in Recognition
29:47 – From Table Read to Production
32:15 – Adapting for Audio: A Creative Challenge
35:16 – Translating History into Personal Narratives
39:40 – Navigating the Creative Industry: Struggles and Growth
44:48 – The Importance of Community in the Arts
47:22 – Embracing the Process: Advice for Aspiring Artists
51:16 – Lessons Learned: Trusting the Creative Journey
55:08 – What’s Next: Upcoming Projects and Aspirations
🎯 Watch this if you want to: Understand how lived experience becomes theatre Learn what it takes to write, act, and produce your own work Hear real talk about rejection, resilience, and representation Be inspired by a young creative writing her own future
👤 Connect with Loresa Leka
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loresa_leka/
🎭 A Womans Truth: https://camdenfringe.com/events/a-womans-truth/
🎭 Camden Fringe Shows: https://camdenfringe.com/
🔗 Follow ALSA UK
🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/alsauk
👥 Join the ALSA UK Community: https://www.alsauk.co.uk/membership
📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/alsa_uk_/
📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCow0hd01cvfIJ8Cvd92n8Rg
🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/76KXivr...📩
Email: [email protected]
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By ALSA UKWhat does it take to turn personal memories into powerful theatre?
In this episode of the ALSA UK Podcast, we sit down with Loresa Leka, an actress, writer, and performer whose bold storytelling has captured national stages and now, our hearts.
From navigating identity in the diaspora to writing her award-winning play Teapot Troubles, Loresa opens up about her creative process, the legacy of her family’s journey, and the reality of making space in an industry that doesn’t always make room.
This episode is for anyone creating their own path in the arts, and especially for those who know what it means to carry more than one home in their story.
You’ll hear about:
– How her family’s stories became the foundation of her art
– What it felt like to see Albanian culture at the National Theatre
– Translating the Kosovo war into personal, creative memory
– The emotional challenges of putting on her first solo play
– Advice for young creatives navigating doubt and identity
📌 Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to Loresa Leka
01:19 – The Creative Path: From Music to Theatre
04:33 – Identity and Storytelling: The Albanian Influence
08:24 – The Impact of Family on Creative Expression
11:22 – Navigating Identity as a Young Albanian
15:18 – The Dual Role: Writing and Acting in Citizen
17:31 – Emotional Depth in Performance: The Heart of Citizen
21:26 – Cultural Pride and Integration: A Balancing Act
24:17 – Teapot Troubles: A Milestone in Recognition
29:47 – From Table Read to Production
32:15 – Adapting for Audio: A Creative Challenge
35:16 – Translating History into Personal Narratives
39:40 – Navigating the Creative Industry: Struggles and Growth
44:48 – The Importance of Community in the Arts
47:22 – Embracing the Process: Advice for Aspiring Artists
51:16 – Lessons Learned: Trusting the Creative Journey
55:08 – What’s Next: Upcoming Projects and Aspirations
🎯 Watch this if you want to: Understand how lived experience becomes theatre Learn what it takes to write, act, and produce your own work Hear real talk about rejection, resilience, and representation Be inspired by a young creative writing her own future
👤 Connect with Loresa Leka
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loresa_leka/
🎭 A Womans Truth: https://camdenfringe.com/events/a-womans-truth/
🎭 Camden Fringe Shows: https://camdenfringe.com/
🔗 Follow ALSA UK
🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/alsauk
👥 Join the ALSA UK Community: https://www.alsauk.co.uk/membership
📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/alsa_uk_/
📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCow0hd01cvfIJ8Cvd92n8Rg
🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/76KXivr...📩
Email: [email protected]