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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🎙️ 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

Tessa Bide (Tiny and Tall Productions🎭) talks about selling a show that doesn't exist, having the guts to learn as you go, giving yourself a job when no one else will, and the importance of small theatre companies supporting each other.

Tessa is the Artistic Director of Tiny & Tall Productions, which she started as Tessa Bide Productions in 2013 and now runs with Alice Massey. With a rich portfolio of Arts Council England-funded family theatre productions, Tessa's work includes acclaimed shows like 'The Tap Dancing Mermaid' 🧜‍♀️, 'The Selfish Giant' 🏰, 'A Strange New Space' 🚀, 'The Anarchist's Mobile Library' 📚, and 'Bob' 🐾. Her productions, known for their original storytelling, dynamic use of puppetry, physical theatre, and music 🎶, tour nationally and internationally. 🌍✈️

Based in Bristol, Tessa is also an Associate Artist of Puppet Place 🎭 and a resident artist at the Pervasive Media Studio. She mentors emerging theatre makers and companies, including OfTheJackel, Spilt Ink, Bombinate Theatre, and Eleanor Pead. 🌟

🔥 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 Tiny and Tall Productions: Instagram: @tinyandtallproductions 🌟 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/
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Lauryn Redding takes us on a dive deep into the world of gig musicals. Her journey from singer/songwriter to actor to award-winning playwright is nothing short of inspiring! 🌟 Hear why she's drawn to telling stories through music and theatre. In this engaging chat, Lauryn shares insights into her creative process and the transformative power of making her own work. Discover the journey behind her acclaimed production, "Bloody Elle," and get a sneak peek into her upcoming projects. 🎤 From facing challenges to finding inspiration, Lauryn's story will leave you feeling motivated and inspired. 🌟 🔥 Subscribe to @iMAKEitWORKPodcastUK for more engaging interviews and thought-provoking discussions with industry influencers. 🌟 Connect with us: Instagram: @makeitworkpodcastuk Twitter: @MakeitWorkPodUK 🌟 Connect with Lauryn Redding: Instagram: @reddingface Twitter: @laurynredding 🌟 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/ #LaurynRedding #PodcastInterview #bloodyelle #threeroses #Theatre #Creativity #EntertainmentIndustry #SubscribeNow #MakeItWork #Podcast #Actors #Comedy #Theatre #Creativity #gigmusical #musical #music

🎭 Unlock the Toolbox: Bonus Podcast Episode! 🎙️ Join me and Rosemary McGowan for a no-nonsense chat in our bonus episode. We share practical tips and tricks shared in past shows. We're tackling self-doubt, deadlines, leveraging your uniqueness, and shutting down those doubting voices. Get ready for a punchy session packed with actionable advice to amp up your theater game and kick procrastination to the curb. Let's get stuff done! 🚀 #TheaterTips #BonusEpisode #getitdone

🎭✨ We chat to Scott LeCrass, the brilliant director behind the offie-winning one-woman play 'Rose', which starred Dame Maureen Lipmann. The show got Scott shortlisted for the Stage Awards (Best Creative West End Debut). In this episode Scott talks about being proactive and creating your own opportunities, telling stories you are uniquely qualified to tell, and bringing youf unique perspective to the theatrical conversation 🚀 🎭✨ 🌈 🔥 Subscribe to Make it Work Podcasts for more engaging interviews and thought-provoking discussions with industry influencers. 🌟 Connect with us: Instagram: @makeitworkpodcastuk Twitter: @MakeitWorkPodUK GUESTS: Scott Le Crass 🌟 Connect with Scott: Instagram: @scottlecrass Twitter: @le_crass

🌟 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/

🚨 Warning: Language Ahead! 🚨

🌈 FlawBored prides itself on asking questions that no one knows the 'right' answer to. Their debut show "It's a Motherf****ing Pleasure" won critical acclaim, and challenged their audiences with dark irreverence and cheekiness, whilst tackling complex issues surrounding identity. 🎭 Make it Work Podcast UK with FlawBored! 🎙️ Get ready for a riveting episode as Kluane Saunders sits down with FlawBored, a multi-award-winning disability-led Theatre Company. In this episode, Klu is joined by two of FlawBored's writers, and founding members (Aarian Mehrabani and Chloe Palmer) and the director and co-writer of their groundbreaking debut show "It's a Motherf****ing Pleasure (Josh Roche) 💪 Join us as we learn the secrets behind FlawBored's success, and discuss "failing upwards", devising, revising, and funding. We also explore "able anxiety" as well as what accessibility means in today's world, and why it must be an integral, and integrated part of any theatre makers work. 🌟 🔥 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 GUESTS: Aarian Mehrabani Chloe Palmer Josh Roche 🌟 Connect with FlawBored: Instagram: @flawbored_ Twitter: @FlawBored https://www.flawbored.com/ @flawbored5500 🌟 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/