Life After Jazz Hands – Details, episodes & analysis

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 South Oxfordshire, Tasha graduated from the Arts Educational School of Musical Theatre Class of 2004. Upon leaving college she joined the West End Cast of Mamma Mia, and went on the play the lead of Sophie in her second year. While on tour in Evita, Tasha unexpectedly had to have emergency vocal surgery. After dealing with this, Tasha then returned to the West End in School Of Rock, but this time as a mother of two. Tasha discusses with us the realities of being a working mum in the West End, her journey to a healthy body image and her ongoing passion for 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)

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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Hailing from Suffolk via Essex, Amy graduated from the Arts Educational School of Musical Theatre Class of 2004. She got her professional start in the BBC TV series The Misty Show, and went on to appear in West End musicals including Footloose, Jersey Boys and Rock of Ages. After dealing with loss, anxiety and illness, Amy took herself stateside, where her focus moved to the voiceover world, eventually leading to her becoming a series regular on D.C’s Legends of Tomorrow. We talk to Amy about her journey and how she has dealt with what life has thrown at her and how that has formed who she is and where she is at today.

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)

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After growing up in Birmingham, Wayne graduated from the Arts Educational School of Musical Theatre Class of 2004, and was soon appearing in shows including Chicago, Lord of The Rings and Billy Elliot. But after his experience with grief due to the tragic loss of his mother, Wayne took a chance to change his path, and embrace a craft that is almost part of his DNA. Today, he is the talent behind some of the acclaimed hair and makeup looks on series including Bridgerton, Dangerous Liaisons and The Witcher. We talk to Wayne about this journey to becoming an Emmy-winning and Bafta-nominated hair and makeup artist, and all things in life that happened along the way.

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)

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This Is Life After Jazz Hands

20 years ago I graduated from musical theatre college and had ideas how my life would look. I’ve since realized our lives can take many unexpected twists & turns & it got me thinking what were my classmates journeys also, so now I’m sitting down them individually to hear about their stories and where they are at 20 years on

Coming Soon

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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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Hailing from Nottingham. Lucy graduated from the Arts Educational School of Musical Theatre Class of 2004. Upon leaving college she bagged a role in the iconic TV Show 'Footballers Wives'. Following that she joined the UK Tour of 'Starlight Express'. From here she went on to star as 'Meat' in the West End Cast of 'We Will Rock You', 'Dirty Dancing' in the West End and the UK Tour of '20th Century Boy'. After getting sidetracked in jobs as a Gym Manager and Estate Agent, Lucy realized her love performing was missing and returned to the theatre in the recent London cast of 'Rehab: The Musical'. She opens in the West End Cast of 'Heathers' The Musical on the day of this episodes releases.

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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Hailing from Godmanchester, Cambridgeshire. Adam graduated from the Arts Educational School of Musical Theatre Class of 2004. Upon leaving college he joined the cast of the International tour of 'Mamma Mia'. Following that he joined West End Cast of 'Fame'. It was whIle performing in 'Fame' that a recurring knee injury harboured his ability to continue dance. After appearing in the West End cast of 'Eurobeat'. While working aboard a Cruise Ship for Belinda King Adam picked up a Camera and began experimenting with Photography and Headshots. Once back on land he began to build his business as a headshot photographer, and has gone on to become one of the most established headshot photographers in London, as Adam Hills Photography.

https://adamhillsphotography.com/

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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Hailing from Bangor, Northern Ireland. Zoe graduated from the Arts Educational School of Musical Theatre Class of 2004. Upon leaving college she joined the Cast of the UK tour of Jekyll & Hyde. She then went on to appear in West End shows Parade, Hairspray, The Woman in White, Wicked and an American in Paris. She basically barely stopped to breathe. It wasn't until 2020's World Pandemic when Theatre itself was put on hold that Zoe had time to reflect on here life, and look at the things she had put on hold, including Motherhood. We spoke to Zoe just prior to her returning to the West End a for the first time as a working mother in the 10th Anniversary of Concert of 'Made in Dagenham'. Zoe in currently in Rehearsals for the West End Premiere of 'Mean Girls' The Musical.

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)

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