On Tuesday the 3rd September along with recent guest Hollie Taylor and previous guest Chris Grierson, we attended the ArtsEd Graduation of the Class of 2024. 20 years on from graduating myself!

We spoke to some of the students and parents about their time at the college as well as their feelings about going out into the industry as professionals.

It was a really lovely and special day to be back in the building and brought back many memories being in the place where it all started over 20 years ago.

Thankyou so much for listening today: and Thankyou to previous ArtsEd Alumni Hollie Taylor and Chris Grierson for joining me on the day. Thankyou to ArtsEd for inviting us, and particularly the graduating class of 2024 who have taken the time to talk to us. We wish them all the best of luck going forward in their careers and in life.

If you are interested in learning more about ArtsEd London please check them out online - https://artsed.co.uk/

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Hollie Taylor hails from Teddington, Middlesex. She graduated with a BA (Hons) in Musical Theatre from the Arts Educational Schools, London in 2006. Upon graduating she joined the UK Tour of High Society. From there she went on to appear in West End and UK Touring productions of High School Musical, Betty Blue Eyes, Cameron Mackintosh's Oliver!, Matilda The Musical, Goodnight Mr Tom and Cameron Mackintosh's Oliver! to mention a few! Not to mention her screen work including returning to Netflix's Matilda The Musical, Eastenders and Casualty.

Hollie is also a experience VoiceOver artist in animation, audio books and commercials.

Her latest project is her own YouTube Speech and Language Channel for 0-3 years entitled 'Ready Steady Go!' - https://www.youtube.com/@ReadySteadyGoYt

The Miscarriage Association - https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/

National Fertility Network - https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/

Human Fertilisation Embryology Authority - https://www.hfea.gov.uk/treatments/fertility-preservation/egg-freezing/

Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)

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Marcus Scimia hails from Ladbroke Grove, London. After attending Barbara Speake stage school, Marcus went on to study at Arts Educational Schools. Graduating in 2004. Upon he leaving he worked abroad P&O Cruises as part of the theatrical entertainment team. He went on to appear in UK tours 'All That Jazz' and 'Fever'. He went onto appear in radio plays and voiceovers, taking the lead in Pantomimes, headlining cabarets. He worked as part of a wedding band that won 'Wedding Band Of The Year' in the UK, 2 years running! Marcus went on to obtain a MA in Voice Pedagogy from the University of Wales, Trinity St Davids, and also an MA in Collaborative Theatre Practice at the Staffordshire University. In addition, Marcus is Estill Figure Proficient (EFP) Certified with Estill Voice international and is in his final year to qualify as an Estill Master Teacher (EMT). He currently is a master teacher in Musical Theatre in facilities in the UK.

If you have been or are currently affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, here are some resources you might find useful:

Men's Body Image Helpage - https://www.bluelighttogether.org/content-detail/combating-body-image-issues-for-men

Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677

Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)

Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)

Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)

Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds)

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Amy Thornton hails from Twickenham. She attended Laine Theatre Arts in Epsom, graduating in 2004. Upon leaving Amy booked a job with P&O Cruises as part of the theatrical entertainment team. She then went on to appear in the UK Tour of Starlight Express and Fame. Following on from that she appeared in West End productions of Never Forget, Flashdance, Grease, Rock of Ages and Evita at Regents Park. She also appeared in Matilda the Musical in the West End as Swing/Dance Captain. She then went on to appear in and work as assistant choreographer for the film adaptation of Matilda The Musical.

She recently appeared in the West End production of Moulin Rouge as Nini, and then as Shelia in the Sadlers Wells and UK Tour production of A Chorus Line. Amy regularly works as a creative on various musical productions as well as taking masterclasses and workshops for many young performers up and down the country.

National Fertility Network - https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/

Human Fertilisation Embryology Authority - https://www.hfea.gov.uk/treatments/fertility-preservation/egg-freezing/

Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)

Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)

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Hailing from Liverpool, Jon Robyns gained a place at the prestigious Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, graduating on the Musical Theatre course in 2004. Jon went straight on to appear in the UK Tour of Cameron Mackintosh's Miss Saigon, understudying the leading role of Chris. From there his career went from strength to strength appearing in leading roles in West End and touring shows such as Avenue Q, 'Spamalot, Memphis, Hamilton and Les Miserables three times, in three different roles! Most recently Jon has played the lead of 'Phantom' in Andrew Lloyd Webbers 'Phantom Of The Opera'.

He also wrote the musical Then, Now, Next with Christopher J Orton, which made its premiere at London's Southwark Playhouse in 2023.

Jon is just about to launch his own live monthly cabaret show 'Late Night West End With Jon Robyns' at the Phoenix Arts Club.

Purchase Tickets for 'Late Night West End with Jon Robyns' - https://phoenixartsclub.com/events/late-night-west-end-with-jon-robyns

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Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677

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In the first ever 'Life After Jazz Hands' Special, we sit down with guests Amy Pemberton, Philip Coyle and Tasha Sheridan. We discuss the experience of the being part of the Podcast. From what they have learnt about themselves, what they have learnt from and about others, plus what has happened just in the 6 Months alone since recording began. We listen to some of the most poignant moments from people's episodes so far, and how their stories resonate with all of us. Expect plenty of laughs, some naughtiness and lots of love.

If you have been or are currently affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, here are some resources you might find useful:

Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)

Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677

Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)

Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)

Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds)

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Originating from Dudley, West Midlands. Jess Graduated from the Arts Ed School of Musical Theatre in 2004. Upon Graduating she joined the UK Touring Cast of 'Kiss Me Kate'. From there she went on to appear in 'Evita', 'Marguerite' and 'Seussical'. She worked as a creative either as a Choreographer or Director on productions such as 'Jersey Boys', '20th Century Boy', ‘Avenue Q' and 'Six' at it's Arts Theatre Residency. Jess now has her own company 'Parker Puppetry' which teaches people puppetry for many different purposes. The company also offers SEND workshops. Jess has recently become a University lecturer in Musical Theatre.

If you have been or are currently affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, here are some resources you might find useful:

Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)

Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)

Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)

Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds

Ancestry - https://www.ancestry.co.uk/

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Hailing from Copenhagen, Denmark, from a Chilean & Danish Background. Nic graduated from the Arts Educational School of Musical Theatre Class of 2004. Upon leaving he went straight into the West End Cast of 'Les Miserables'. From there he went on to appear in the National Tour of 'My Fair Lady' and 'The Wizard of Oz' at the West Yorkshire Playhouse. During this time Nic began to study his Chemistry A-Level, in order to begin to study at Medical School. He was accepted into Brighton University to Study Medicine and upon successfully graduating he went into work in Sexual Health in the NHS where he now works as a consultant.

If you have been or are currently affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, here are some resources you might find useful:

NHS Sexual Health Services - https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/sexual-health

British Association For Sexual Health & HIV - https://www.bashh.org/resources/patient_information_leaflets/

British Pregnancy Advisory Services - https://www.bpas.org/

Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)

Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677

Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service)

Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - 0800 585858 (5pm - midnight)

Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds

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