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 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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Hailing from Glasgow, Scotland. Philip graduated from the Arts Educational School of Musical Theatre Class of 2004. Upon leaving college he joined the Cast of Murderous Instincts in the West End. Following that he toured the UK in productions of Joseph and His Technicolour Dreamboat, Hello Dolly and Annie. He spent five years performing on Cruise Ships around the world, where on board he had his own Solo Show. After someone suggested to him Barbering due to his look, he gave it a go and turns out he was pretty swell at it. As well as being a Barber, he also trains Barbers in the skill. Philip is also part of the LGBTQ+ Hockey Team London Royals.

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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Steph Parry hailing from Holyhead in North Wales, graduated from Arts Ed Class of Musical Theatre in 2004. Upon Graduating from College Steph began her career as Rosalind in an Open Air Production of 'As You like it'. She then went on to appear in West End shows such as 'Billy Elliot' and 'Wicked'. Whilst appearing in '42nd Street' at the Drury Lane Theatre she received a request to see if she could be borrowed for the evening to race across the road to cover the lead role in 'Mamma Mia', which she did to much praise.Steph has also ventured into the world of television appearing in shows such as 'Hidden', 'Hollyoaks' and 'Malpractice' to name a few. Steph discusses with us everything it took her to get to where she has in her career as well as her love for 'Crossfit', 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)

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 Royal Tunbridge Wells.Chris graduated from the Arts Educational School of Musical Theatre Class of 2004. After leaving college Chris had a stint in Channel 4's Hollyoaks playing 'Chris'! From there he went and appeared in shows such as 'Blondel', 'Bad Girls, The Musical' and 'Sound of Music' to name a few. It was just when Chris was thinking about change that an opportunity came up to be the 'Face of Crystal Palace TV', and as a lifelong supporter of the Football Club it was almost as if it was meant to be. For nearly 10 years now Chris has been the Presenter and Producer at the Premier League football club Crystal Palace. As well as still keeping his foot in the acting door and working on other projects on the production side of things.

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisgriogrierson/

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)

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Papyrus HOPELINEUK - 0800 068 4141 (for under 35 year olds)

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