Meet James Wood – the visionary behind Promised Land Productions. 🎬✍️

In this episode, we explore the creative journey of James Wood, a dynamic storyteller whose work spans theatre, film, and the most unexpected types of screens. As a playwright, screenwriter, and founder of 'Promised Land Productions', James has built a career defined by authenticity, depth, and a commitment to elevating underrepresented voices.

From the stage to the page, his work delves into themes of identity, displacement, and belonging, with pieces like 'Independence Day', 'The Walls of St. Matthews' (Camden), and the haunting monologue '3:42AM', featured on The Beginner’s Call Podcast. He even wrote a musical for his primary school performed at London Heathrow Airport, later covered by the BBC as a testament to his creative range.

At Promised Land Productions, James doesn’t just create, he cultivates. The company is a platform for emerging talent, especially young and underrepresented voices in theatre and film, rooted in the belief that storytelling is a powerful tool for empathy, connection, and social change.

Now working on his debut novel, James was recently invited to do a public reading from the manuscript, signalling his rise across multiple storytelling disciplines. 

🎥 In this episode, we cover:

James' beginnings in theatre and transition to screen

The mission and evolution of Promised Land Productions

How to build a sustainable creative career in 2025

Advice for emerging storytellers and changemakers

👇 Watch now and be inspired by a writer shaping the future of storytelling.
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