The Shapes in Motion Podcast

By Sarah Perry

Are you an actor, mover, maker or creative, who has a passion for movement and performance? Are you in need of some creative inspiration and insights from the industry?

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February 26, 2025 010: ‘Thriving as a Creative: Business, Balance & Worth with Elizabeth Cairns’
In this episode, Sarah Perry chats with the amazing Elizabeth Cairns. Elizabeth is a coach, facilitator, trainer, writer and holistic therapist and has worked closely with scores of organisations and thousands of entrepreneurs. She understands just what it takes to create a thriving business and live an empowered life. They discuss the multifaceted challenges faced by creative entrepreneurs, including the struggle to balance artistic passion with business acumen. They explore the importance of understanding one's worth, the complexities of pricing in creative industries, and the necessity of creating a cohesive identity across various roles, encouraging creatives to embrace their diverse talents while navigating the industry's demands.

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49min
February 12, 2025 009: 'Lead & Create: Redefining Leadership in the Arts with Neus Gil Cortes'
In this conversation, Neus Gil Cortes discusses her journey in the arts, the importance of leadership training, and the creation of her initiative, Lead and Create. She emphasises the need for vulnerability, trust, and genuine connection in leadership roles, particularly within the arts. Neus shares insights on how to empower future generations and redefine leadership in traditional hierarchies, advocating for a more inclusive and collaborative approach to artistic processes.
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36min
January 29, 2025 008: ‘In Motion: Cheryl Burniston’s Journey into the World of Motion Capture’
In this episode Sarah Perry chats with actor and motion capture performer Cheryl Burniston, discussing Cheryl's journey into the world of performance and motion capture. Cheryl emphasises the importance of finding a safe space to explore movement, researching the industry, preparing showreels and continuously learning new skills, she also highlights the collaborative nature of performance capture and the importance of building connections within the industry. Cheryl shares her experience starting a voice reel company to provide affordable options for actors and suggests training options such as Performance Capture Academy, The MoCap Vaults, and Target 3D, she also encourages reaching out to universities and studios for work and experience opportunities.
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40min
January 15, 2025 007: 'Mastering Motion Capture: Performance, Preparation and Imagination'
In this episode of the Shapes in Motion podcast, Stephen Moynihan and Sarah Perry delve into the world of motion capture, exploring its evolution, the skills required for performers, and the differences between motion capture and performance capture. Sarah shares her journey into the industry, the importance of preparation for actors, and the role of imagination in performance. They discuss the collaborative nature of motion capture projects and the distinct challenges faced when directing in this medium compared to traditional film and TV. The conversation also highlights the significance of understanding technology and animation in enhancing performance capture.
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37min
January 01, 2025 006: 'Be well, create well - wellbeing for actors and creatives'
In this episode, Sarah Perry and Stephen Moynihan discuss the critical importance of wellbeing for actors, creatives, and freelancers in the arts. They explore the responsibilities of movement directors in supporting the mental and physical health of performers, the challenges faced by freelancers in maintaining a work-life balance, and practical strategies for fostering a supportive environment on set. The discussion emphasises the need for self-care, the role of movement in wellbeing, and the collaborative effort required to create a healthier industry.
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41min
December 18, 2024 005: 'Character Animation: Stuart Messinger on Performance, Storytelling, and Believability'
In this episode, Sarah Perry chats with animator, animation educator and former VFX production manager Stuart Messinger discussing the animator's journey, highlighting education, performance and character movement. Stuart shares his path from storytelling fascination to industry success, emphasising connections, preparation and key skills for animators. They explore believability, collaboration, physicalisation and the role of props, music and backstory in character portrayal. Stuart offers insights into balancing technicality with authenticity and reflects on his creative projects.

Stuart's film credits include: ‘Valiant’, Tim Burton’s ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’, ‘Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire’, Roland Emmerich’s ’10,000BC’, ‘The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian’ and Aardman Animations stop motion feature film 'The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists' directed by the brilliant Peter Lord!

Stuart is currently the course leader for Aardman Academy at Aardman.
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1h 2min
December 04, 2024 004: ‘Finding your unique style and niche as a movement director’
In this episode, Sarah Perry and Stephen Moynihan discuss how to get into the movement direction industry. They share their personal journeys and offer advice for emerging movement directors. They emphasise the importance of understanding performers and building a network of relationships. They also discuss the value of ongoing education and the need to find one's own unique style and niche in the industry. The conversation concludes with the recommendation to live life authentically and follow one's passions.
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34min
November 27, 2024 003: ‘The origin and evolution of Shapes in Motion’
In this final introductory episode Stephen Moynihan speaks to Sarah Perry, founder and creative director of Shapes in Moton, about the company’s origin and evolution. Shapes in Motion is a company that offers workshops and training in movement and performance to professional actors, movers, dancers, animators and creatives. It was formally established in 2010, but had been operating informally since 2006. Shapes in Motion has fostered a strong sense of community and support among its members. The podcast is a natural extension of this community, providing a platform to share experiences and insights from practitioners in the field.
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24min
November 20, 2024 002: 'Meet your host Sarah Perry'
Sarah Perry shares her journey in the arts, from being a shy child to finding her confidence through acting and performing. She discusses how she transitioned from being an actor to a movement director, particularly in the field of motion capture. Sarah also talks about the balance between working in TV, film, and live action, and the importance of storytelling through movement. The conversation concludes with the introduction of the Shapes in Motion podcast and the motivation behind it.
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17min
November 18, 2024 001: 'Meet your host Stephen Moynihan'
In this conversation, Sarah Perry interviews Stephen Moynihan to introduce him to the listeners. They discuss Stephen's background in movement directing and choreography, his passion for dance and movement, and his experiences in theatre, TV, and film. They also talk about the importance of having conversations about movement in the industry and the diversity of voices and experiences within it.
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15min

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The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.