Life After Jazz Hands

In this Special Episode and Final of Season Two we sit down with one of our previous guests Rachael Archer to recap and discuss the most stand out moments of the Second Half of Season Two of Life After Jazz Hands.In this episode we listen back to & discuss clips the episodes of Tanya Nicole Edwards, Kage Douglas, Tommy Franzen, Anna Jane Casey, Lucinda Lawrence, Carl Mullaney, Lizzie Gee, Stuart King, Simon Lee Hardwick, Rachael Archer, Claire Cable, Steph Parry, Zoe Rainey, Tasha Sheridan and Davinder Hayre.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 0677Men's Body Image Helpage - https://www.bluelighttogether.org/content-detail/combating-body-image-issues-for-menThe Miscarriage Association - https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/National Fertility Network - https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/Arthritus Foundation - https://www.arthritis.org/diseases/rheumatoid-arthritisAnthony Walker Foundation - Racism & Hate Crime Charity - https://anthonywalkerfoundation.com/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)

In this Special Episode we sit down with one of our previous guests Rachael Archer to recap and discuss the most stand out moments of the First Half of Season Two of Life After Jazz Hands.In this episode we listen back to clips from Jon Robyns, Amy Thornton, Marcus Scimia, Hollie Taylor, Wayne Perry, Jenny Fitzpatrick, Adam James Phillips, Damian Winter Higgins, Stephen Uppal, Chris Gardener, Tara Wilkinson, Mark Chalk Isles, Jasmine Kerr and Liyann Marie.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 0677Men's Body Image Helpage - https://www.bluelighttogether.org/content-detail/combating-body-image-issues-for-menThe Miscarriage Association - https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/National Fertility Network - https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/Arthritus Foundation - https://www.arthritis.org/diseases/rheumatoid-arthritisAnthony Walker Foundation - Racism & Hate Crime Charity - https://anthonywalkerfoundation.com/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)

Davider Singh founded 'Duwara Consciousness Foundation' with his wife which is a non-profit organisation in California routed in Sikh Values. Please click to learn more and donate - https://www.duwara.org/Davinder originally hails from Birmingham. He attended the Arts Educational Schools London on a Scholarship, Graduating in 2004 with a degree in Musical Theatre.After working in the entertainment industry Dav transitioned into ethical baby clothing with his shop 'Cuddle Me Green', after the birth of his first father.He then relocated to the midlands to work for the NHS while his children grew. During this time he discovered 'Bikram Yoga' and eventually opened his own studio in Warwick.In a leap of faith and longing for a warmer climate Dav relocated to California where he ran two other 'Bikram Yoga' studios.Longing to help others after reconnecting with his Sikh Faith he eventually founded 'Duwara Consciousness Foundation'. The foundation has a food truck providing free meals to the homeless, fully funded by public donations, and the largest shower trailer program in the region, serving over 15,000 people, including those affected by Hurricane Helene in South Carolina in 2024. As an independent non-profit, DCF now stewards 120 acres in San Diego, where we are building homes, a regenerative farm, and businesses to empower high-functioning homeless individuals with sustainable opportunities.If this wasn't enough. Dav is also CEO of 3HO international, run DCF, have a cpa/accountancy firm and have a stake in multiple AI based startup companies.

In part 2 of this special episode we continue the conversation with our three previous guests Steph Parry, Zoe Rainey and Tasha Sheridan to discuss their experiences of being a mother while working in theatre, and to keep the conversation moving we hear from other parents in theatre Anna Jane Casey, Jon Robyns, Brendan Cull, Lauren Hall, Nadine Higgin and Lucinda Lawrence. Our Guest Stars tell their stories and pose questions to our guests.Steph Parry has just returned leading the International Tour of 'Mamma Mia!'. She began the tour when her first born son was just eight weeks. She raised her child along with her partner Phil while on tour, and she speaks to us on her experience of this.Zoe Rainey has just finished a fabulous run in the West End of 'Mean Girls' the Musical, which was her first show returning to theatre after having her daughter a few years ago. She speaks to us about this experience of navigating a life with her partner 'Paul Gatehouse' who works as a Sound Designer in Theatre.Tasha Sheridan is currently touring the show 'Defying Gravity - West End Women'. Tasha is a mother of two and her husband 'Adam Fisher' works as a sound designer in the West End. She speaks to us navigating the theatre life, and the changes that happen as a parent as your kids grow older.If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -Actors Children's Trust - Standing by Actors who are Parents in Theatre - https://actorschildren.org/NHS Postnatal Depression Helpline - https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/post-natal-depression/overview/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 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)

In this special episode we sat down with three of our previous guests Steph Parry, Zoe Rainey and Tasha Sheridan to discuss their experiences of being a mother while working in theatre. The highs, the lows, the difficulties and what needs to change.Steph Parry has just returned leading the International Tour of 'Mamma Mia!'. She began the tour when her first born son was just eight weeks. She raised her child along with her partner Phil while on tour, and she speaks to us on her experience of this.Zoe Rainey has just finished a fabulous run in the West End of 'Mean Girls' the Musical, which was her first show returning to theatre after having her daughter a few years ago. She speaks to us about this experience of navigating a life with her partner 'Paul Gatehouse' who works as a Sound Designer in Theatre.Tasha Sheridan is currently touring the show 'Defying Gravity - West End Women'. Tasha is a mother of two and her husband 'Adam Fisher' works as a sound designer in the West End. She speaks to us navigating the theatre life, and the changes that happen as a parent as your kids grow older.If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -Actors Children's Trust - Standing by Actors who are Parents in Theatre - https://actorschildren.org/NHS Postnatal Depression Helpline - https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/post-natal-depression/overview/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 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)

Claire Fishenden now known as Claire Cable is a Performer, Business Woman, and Children's Author - https://www.instagram.com/claire_cableShe has recently become a children's author of 'The Seven Legged Spider' which is available to Pre-Order Now - The Seven-Legged Spider (Pre-Order Special)with some of the proceeds going to 'Alfie's A Team', which raises money to help families with a child with a disability in Southend and Essex.Hailing from Romford in Essex, she gained a place at the Arts Educational Schools, Chiswick. Upon graduating in 2004 she booked a role in the West End Cast of 'Mamma Mia!' where she understudied the leading role of Sophie. She then went on to appear in UK Tour and West End Production of ‘The Sound of Music’, understudying and then playing the role of 'Liese'l & understudying the role of 'Maria'.She appeared in both the motion picture of ‘Mamma Mia!’ and ‘Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again’. As well as in screen roles on screen in ‘The Bill’, ‘Jonathan Creek’ and ‘Locked Up Abroad’. In 2012, she started a business with 'Arbonne', which has taken her all over the world as a speaker and performer. She still keeps her toe dipped in the performing world with your entertainment company ‘West End Voices’. Claire was recently been diagnosed with ADHD, something she is keen to discuss with the world to help others understand and encourage others to get diagnosed.If you have been affected by any topics discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)ADHD UK - https://adhduk.co.uk/988 Lifeline - https://988lifeline.org/Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 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

Rachael Archer is an Actress, Dancer, Singer, Choreographer and Teacher who is currently appearing in Cameron Mackintosh's West End Production of 'Oliver!'. Prior to this they appeared as 'Bea' in 'Something Rotten' at the English Theatre, Frankfurt.Hailing from Tunbridge, Kent. Rachael went on to attend the Academy of Contemporary Music for a year in 2002 before being offered a place at the Arts Educational Schools, Chiswick. They Graduated with a Degree in Musical Theatre in 2006. Upon leaving college they went to appear in 'Angels & Kings' at Arundel Festival,'City Of Angels' English Theatre, Frankfurt. They made their West End Debut in 'Imagine This' at the New London Theatre. Following this they went onto to appear in the UK Tour of 'Aspects of Love', 'Gigi' and 'Hello Dolly' at Regents Park Theatre, 'Sweet Charity' at the Menier Chocolate Factory and the Haymarket Theatre, London, the Motion Picture of 'Les Miserables', 'The Tempest' Theatre Royal, Bath, 'Barnum' at the Chichester Theatre and 'Betty Blue Eyes' at the Novello Theatre.If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources - If you have been affected by any of the conversations discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -If you have been affected by any of the conversations discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -One in Four - Supporting Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Trauma - https://oneinfour.org.uk/ The Survivors Trust - Rape & Sexual Abuse Services UK - https://thesurvivorstrust.org/Women's Aid - Domestic Abuse Help - https://www.womensaid.org.uk/Crisis - https://www.crisistextline.org/topics/emotional-abuse/Road Peace - National Charity for Road Crash Victims - https://www.roadpeace.org/Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service)988 Lifeline - https://988lifeline.org/Beat (Eating Disorder Helpline) - 0808 801 0677Shout - 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

Simon Lee Hardwick - https://www.instagram.com/simonlhardwick/Simon Lee Hardwick is a Choreographer, Movement Director, Musical Stager and Director. He hails from Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire. At 16 he attended Performers College in Essex, graduating in 2004. He left college early to join the German production of 'Aida' in Germany. He then joined the Original West End cast of 'Wicked', following that he appeared in the West End Cast of 'Grease', 'High School Musical' One & Two, the UK Tour of 'Footloose', the London Revival of 'A Chorus Line' at the Palladium, 'Chicago' at the Leicester Curve, 'Miss Saigon' at the Prince Edward Theatre.As a creative he assisted Drew McConie on ‘Drunk’ in which he also performed as well as 'Jesus Christ Superstar' at Regents Park, ‘Groundhog day’ in Helsinki, Finland as choreographer, the recently the acclaimed production of ‘Annie Get your Gun’ at the Lavender Theatre, 'Closer to Heaven’ as Director ar the Turbine Theatre, ‘My Favourite Things’ at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, ‘My Fair Lady’ at the Coliseum, and ‘Silence of the Lambs’ the musical all working alongside Christopher Gattelli. As well as countless musical and dance productions at Mountivew, Arts Ed, Emil Dale Academy, Bird College, Leeds Conservatoire, Guildford School of Acting and NYMT.

Stuart Burke is a Worship Pastor at the Emmanuel Church in Croydon, where gets to combine his faith, with his love of music and performing.Previously known to his performer friends as Stuart King, he originally hails from Tunbridge in Kent. In 2001 at the age of 16 years old, he attended the Arts Educational Schools, Chiswick to study Musical Theatre, Graduating in 2004. After leaving college Stuart went on to appear in the UK Tour of 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat'. Following this he appeared in the UK Tour of 'Chitty Bang Bang', once again 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' in the West End, Hello Dolly (Regents Park), the UK Tour of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show', 'West Side Story' and 'Jersey Boys' in the West End.From this he transitioned into being a Worship Pastor at Emmanuel Church, Croydon. During which time he studied theology at 'St Mellitus College' and he is on the journey to train other worship leaders through 'Worship Leader Training'.If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in todays episode please see below for some helpful resources -Men's Minds Matter - https://www.mensmindsmatter.org/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)