59. Body Diversity on Stage with MiMi Scardulla

In this podcast episode, Jennifer talks to MiMi Scardulla about the importance of body diversity and fat representation in the arts. MiMi shares her journey as a performer and the gumption she has to continue showing up, the community that has supported her, and the outlook she keeps that drives her. They unpack the emotional and physical toll that comes with being a performer and how it's important to find ways to fill one’s life outside of the job, as well as emphasizing the importance of taking care of oneself and trusting one's own body since it is a gift that deserves to be treated with the utmost care. Plus they discuss the psychological and societal challenges faced by fat performers, the importance of body diversity, and the need to erase the stigmas & taboo to start talking about all of it openly. About MiMi: MiMi Scardulla is an actor, dancer, creative in New York City. She’s currently in A Beautiful Noise on Broadway. She has also been seen in We are the Tigers, Gigantic, and the world premieres of Once Upon a One More Time, and Heart of Rock and Roll. Even better, she has had the chance to work with incredible students around the country teaching the next generation of Musical Theatre. She is a fierce Size Diversity advocate and believes BIG IS BEAUTIFUL! She is fueled by coffee, cookies, kisses from her pup Gypsy, and the insane all encompassing love from Skylar and her Family. MiMi’s IG: @mimiscardulla Want to coach with Jennifer? Schedule a session here! https://appt.link/jenniferapple Monologue Sourcing Promo Link! https://empoweredartistcollective.com/podcastpromo Learn more: https://www.empoweredartistcollective.com/podcast EAC IG: @EmpoweredArtistCollective EAC TikTok: @EmpowerArtistCollective EAC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empoweredartistcollective/ Sign up for our newsletter! https://mailchi.mp/8e72e8dcb662/stay-in-touch Check Out Our Merch! https://www.empoweredartistcollective.threadless.com/ Any thoughts you'd like to share? Email us at [e-mail] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices