Meet Florence O’Mahoney, Artistic Director of the award-winning Zoo Co

🌟 Flo’s latest show, Perfect Show for Rachel, has wowed audiences (me included!) with its heartfelt storytelling and creative innovation, scooping up an OFFIE Award and the prestigious Oxford Samuel Beckett Theatre Trust Award.

🎉 Flo and I dive into:

✨ ZooCo's journey from passionate schoolmates collaborating and making shows on a shoestring, to becoming an NPO.

✨ The magic of creating a perfect show for Rachel (with loads of help from her fabulous families (both real-life and creative)

✨ Why accessibility isn’t just important—it’s transformative.

We also chat about:

🎭 The joy (and chaos!) of working with family.

🎨 Innovative rehearsal techniques inspired by Lee Simpson of Improbable.

🌱 Finding fresh ideas, new collaborators, and the drive to keep making work.

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MUSIC: Gravy- composed by Podington Bear Available on FREE MUSIC ARCHIVE https://freemusicarchive.org/

🎙️ Kluane Saunders sits down with Shane Dempsey, a renowned Irish theatre and movement director based in London. 🇮🇪🎭 Shane shares deep insights into his creative process. We delve into Shane's personal journey, discussing the teachers and inspirations who have shaped his approach to theatre and movement. 🧑‍🏫✨ Shane also talks about his work with young people, his political interests and motivations, and the vital role movement can play in even the most naturalistic performances. 💪🕺 #podcast #theatre 🎭, #movement 🕺, #Grotowski #ShaneDempsey #KluaneSaunders #creativejourney #process #political #politicaltheatre #youththeatre #london #Londontheatre We are totally self-funded! Show us your support in the following ways: ☕️ Buy us a coffee! buymeacoffee.com/makeitworkpodcastuk 🔥 Subscribe to Make it Work Podcast UK for more engaging interviews and thought-provoking discussions with industry influencers. 🌟 Connect with us: Instagram: @makeitworkpodcastuk Twitter: @MakeitWorkPodUK 🌟 Connect with Shane Dempsey Website: https://shanedempsey.co.uk/ 🌟 Connect with Kluane Saunders: Youtube: ‪@kluane.saunders‬ Insta: @kluane.saunders Twitter: @KluaneSaunders MUSIC: Gravy- composed by Podington Bear Available on FREE MUSIC ARCHIVE https://freemusicarchive.org/

🎙️ In this episode, Lachlan Werner shares his journey of making his Fringe debut with the brilliantly successful show 'Voices of Evil'. We dive into his world of ventriloquism and clowning, exploring how he got started and the inspiration behind his unique performances. 🤡✨ Lachlan gives us the inside scoop on what it takes to bring a show to life, along with some invaluable advice on why you should never do it alone. 🎭💡 And that's not all! We get a lesson in ventriloquism, and a special appearance from Lachlan's hilarious puppet sidekick, Brew, who pops in for a brief but unforgettable chat. 🐻😂 🔥 Subscribe to Make it Work Podcast UK for more engaging interviews and thought-provoking discussions with industry influencers. 🌟 Connect with us: Instagram: @makeitworkpodcastuk Twitter: @MakeitWorkPodUK 🌟 Connect with Lachlan Werner Instagram: @lachywerner YouTube: ‪ @lachlanwerner9557 🌟 Connect with Kluane Saunders: Youtube: ‪@kluane.saunders‬ Insta: @kluane.saunders Twitter: @KluaneSaunders MUSIC: Gravy- composed by Podington Bear Available on FREE MUSIC ARCHIVE https://freemusicarchive.org/ #MakeItWorkPodcastUK #LachlanWerner #Ventriloquism #FringeDebut #VoicesOfEvil #Clowning #Podcast #Comedy #Inspiration #BehindTheScenes #BrewThePuppet #CreativeJourney