Behind the Curtain – Details, episodes & analysis

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery.

Every other week, I will be releasing solo episodes talking about different unspoken topics. This week I talk about what success is to me & how I have changed the way I view "success".

Whether you're a theatre professional, aspiring actor, or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket. Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery.

On this weeks episode, I'm taking to Molly Cleere. She is currently playing Konstantina in Mamma Mia The Party. We talk about so much in this episode from growing up, to immersive theatre and trying to highlight YOUR strengths.

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Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery.

Every other week, I release solo episodes talking about different topics that I want to explore and dive deeper into.

This week I talk about some top tips about being on tour. On my fourth contract touring, I have picked up quite a few helpful tips along the way that I feel might help you if you are going on your first UK or International Tour.

And for this weeks Mindful Moment, I guide you through a grounding meditation. Why not go and listen to the episode and gift yourself some time to listen to the rest of this meditation.

Whether you're a theatre professional, aspiring actor, or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket. Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery.

On this weeks episode I am talking to Ceili O'Connor. Ceili graduated from ArtsEd with a BA in Musical Theatre and went on to perform in the WestEnd, UK & International tours.
Ceili is also the Founder & Director of PREP YOUR REP LDN. A training institution that combines life coaching to ensure professional performers are staying on top of their mental & physical health. Her aim is to help create an industry that is healthy in mind and body, to have a better work/life balance as well as working collectively with creatives, producers and performers.

Check it out: Prep Your Rep

⁠https://www.prepyourrepldn.com⁠

Whether you're a theatre professional, aspiring actor, or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket. Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery.

Every other week, I release solo episodes talking about different topics that I want to explore and dive deeper into. This week I talk about Authenticity. I explore my experience of loosing that through work, life, beliefs and stress and how I'm coming back to it and setting habits and boundaries to keep my authenticity shining.

Whether you're a theatre professional, aspiring actor, or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket. Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery.

On this weeks episode I am talking to Kieran Young. Kieran is a freelance musical director and musician from Glasgow, having graduated from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in 2016. He worked on the Mamma Mia UK & International tour from 2019-2023 and since then has enjoyed depping on Jersey Boys and Sister Act UK tours.

Kieran is also an extremely passionate teacher and has taught in several different schools in the north of England and Scotland for several years. He has a very keen interest in invigorating the future of theatrical and musical talent across the country, alongside his work as an MD and musician.

Throughout this conversation, we delve into his journey in the industry - the highs, the lows and the lessons he has learnt to get to were he is today.

Whether you're a theatre professional, aspiring actor, or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket. Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery.

Every other week, I will be releasing solo episodes talking about different topics. This week I talk about my weekly REPORT.

Reading: I'm Glad My Mom Died By Jennette Mc Curdy

Eating: Nasi Goreng

Playing: Hyrox Training with MyCoach

Obsession: Shameless Podcast

Recommendation: Laura Hills MT Jazz Class at Pineapple Studios

Treat: Elsewhere Coffee

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Whether you're a theatre professional, aspiring actor, or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket. Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. I'm your host, Hollie Nelson, and I'm thrilled to have you joining me on this journey of exploration and discovery.

On this weeks episode, I am speaking to Megan Armstrong. Megan is a a Musical Theatre Performer, a Soul Purpose Coach, Human Design Guide and Yoga Teacher. In this conversation we talk about how Megan's journey in the industry, how she got into coaching to help herself and others in audition environments, mindset and working from the inside out, as well as learning about Human Design and how to work with that to get the most out of life.

This conversation is super insightful and has so many amazing nuggets of knowledge and inspiration, I hope you enjoy as much as I did.

You can find Megan on Instagram at @megmindstrong for inspiration, knowledge and how to work with her personally.

Whether you're a theatre professional, aspiring actor, or or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket.Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain" the captivating theatre podcast that will take you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. We will be stepping into the secret world of theatre, discussing the personal stories, hidden gems, and unspoken topics that lie behind that mysterious curtain.

Every other week, I will be releasing solo episodes talking about different unspoken topics. This week I talk about some top tips I learnt from going to drama school and some little things I would try focus and understand to get the best out of your 3 years training.

Whether you're a theatre professional, aspiring actor, or or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket. Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.

Welcome to "Behind the Curtain," the captivating theatre podcast that will take you on a thrilling journey beyond the stage. We will be stepping into the secret world of theatre, discussing the personal stories, hidden gems, and unspoken topics that lie behind that mysterious curtain.

On today's episode, I'm speaking to Kaine Ruddach. Kaine is a northern performer from Yorkshire that has just finished the run in Heather the Musical, playing Preppy Stud as well as covering Ram and JD. We talk about training and continuing to practice your craft through jobs, the Heathers whirlwind and his personal stories of diversity in the theatre industry. 

Whether you're a theatre professional , aspiring actor, or or simply someone who loves the magic of the stage, this podcast is your golden ticket.Prepare to be captivated as we pull back the curtain and reveal the secrets, stories, and struggles that bring the stage to life.