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Beyond the Curtain

Samantha Laurence

Beyond the Curtain breaks down barriers and explores the human stories of successful performing arts individuals. It delves deep into their life journeys, shares tips for success and fosters human connection.

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53:14

James Maxfield // Performer and Creator of Stage and...

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/09/22

Today I am speaking with the brilliant James Maxfield! Jimmy is a very talented creative with a diverse career that spans across TV, musical theatre and commercial dance. He has succeeded as a performer, dance captain, choreographer and creative producer and has a lot of knowledge and experience to share! Most recently Jimmy worked as Creative Producer for The Voice Australia and Creative Director for Dancing On Ice UK. He has choreographed for The Masked Singer Australia and has been Dance Captain

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Sarah Alice Burns // Beyonce's Bombshell Back Up Dancer

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/09/15

I am so excited to bring you today’s episode with the incredibly talented, Sarah Alice Burns!Sarah is a professional dancer, model and artist development coach born and raised in Perth, Western Australia. After several years of working overseas as a dancer, Sarah decided to take a leap of faith and move to the 'City of Angels'. After several setbacks and countless ‘no’s, she soon became accustomed to understanding that the LA dance industry was not for the faint hearted. Sarah's fierce determination

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50:41

Steph Tisdell // Brightest Star In Australian Comedy

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/09/08

On today’s episode I chat with one of the brightest stars in Australian comedy! The very talented and hilarious comedian, Steph Tisdell. Steph is a proud Indigenous woman who is taking the comedy world by storm. Ever since she won the 2014 Deadly Funny National Grand Final, Steph has been a hit with audiences and critics alike and is now a regular on Australian mainstream TV shows such as The Project and Hughesy We Have A Problem. She was a part of the Aboriginal Comedy All Stars line-up, who sold

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41:26

Cristina D'Agostino // The Show Can Go On

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/09/01

In today’s episode I have a beautiful chat with Cristina D’Agostino. Cristina is a very talented musical theatre performer who has graced the stage in many shows including Guys and Dolls, West Side Story, A Chorus Line, The Addams Family, Matilda, Strictly Ballroom, and Jersey Boys – which she starred in only four months after giving birth to her first child! Cristina has most recently worked as Resident Choreographer on ‘Shrek The Musical’ and is currently studying a masters of counselling whilst

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Michael Ralph // From Playing Theatre to Creating...

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/08/25

Today on the podcast I bring you the supremely talented, intellectual and somewhat mysterious, Michael Ralph. I say mysterious as I have always thought Mikey is such a private person. It was such a joy to share this special chat with him where he generously shared details about his upbringing and personal experiences. In this chat we discuss his childhood and upbringing in New Zealand, the climb to success as a Choreographer and Director in Australia, self producing his own work, the highlights and

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42:24

Morgan Choice // LA Dancing, Hope and Humanity

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/08/18

Hello! Welcome to the second episode of Season 2! Today I have a very special episode prepared with the gorgeous Morgan Choice. Morgan is a professional commercial dancer who was born and raised in Sydney, Australia and has spent the last 8 years working in LA. In Australia, Morgan was the co-owner of the successful contemporary dance company ‘Tannos and Choice’ and she performed as the understudy of the lead, Carmen, in national tour of the hit musical Fame. Morgan landed her first job in the

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48:21

Kelley Abbey // Life on Stage, Screen and Behind The...

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/08/11

Welcome to Season 2 of Beyond The Curtain! We are kicking off the season with an incredibly inspiring episode with the wonderful Kelley Abbey. Kelley is an award-winning Australian dancer, singer, actress, choreographer and creative director. Her resume is truly too long for me to even begin to do justice here! Just SOME highlights include leading lady in productions Sweet Charity and Fame – The Musical (which she both starred in and choreographed!), choreographer, performer and creative motion

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Season 2 Trailer

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/07/29

After a brilliant first season full of fun and inspiring episodes, we are back for SEASON TWO! With a stellar line up of incredible creative and performing artists sharing their human stories, we have an insightful, thought provoking and inspiring season in store. Here is a preview of some guests you will be hearing from. First episode drops August 12th! + Insta @beyondthecurtainaus + Website www.beyondthecurtain.com.au + Join our Facebook Community + Find us on Youtube Beyond The Curtain

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Curtain Call

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/07/04

Checking in for a quick episode to take a trip down memory lane and celebrate the beautiful highlights of Season One's incredible guests! Season One of Beyond the Curtain is wrapping up, however SEASON TWO is already underway and looking AH-mazing!! I can't wait to bring it to you super soon. Taking a quick break to give you a chance to catch up on any episodes you have missed and revisit your favourites. It was so emotional listening back to all of these beautiful guests in this little summary! I

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51:46

Karli Dinardo // Living The Broadway Dream

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/06/27

Musical Theatre Buffs, this one is for you! Karli Dinardo is an Aussie performer who moved to New York City straight out of high school and never looked back! After completing college at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in NYC, Karli has performed in a plethora of incredible musical theatre productions. Performing in a variety of positions including ensemble, dance captain, swing, and understudy, Karli has graced the stage in shows such as Flashdance, West Side Story, The Music Man, 42nd

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38:46

Frances Rings // Life in Bangarra and Beyond

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/06/19

It is an absolute joy and honour to bring you today’s episode with the divine Frances Rings. Fran is the Associate Artistic Director of Bangarra Dance Theatre, an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander modern dance company. She has enjoyed a long standing, successful career with Bangarra, starting as a dancer in the company, spreading her wings to become an award winning choreographer and returning in 2019 as Associate Artistic Director. In this special yarn, Fran generously shares her thoughts and

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Sam Akins // Rising For Racial Equality In Ballet

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/06/13

I am so excited to bring you the beautiful soul that is Samuel Akins!Whilst taking time to pause, reflect, learn and unlearn during this radical time in history, I came across a powerful video on social media that the gorgeous Sam Akins posted. In this video he openly and honestly shares some of the racial discrimination he has experienced in Australia’s Ballet industry. He is brave and vulnerable and I want to shine a light on his story. He has also encouraged me to share some of my experiences. I

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Tarik Frimpong // Determination, Creativity, Disney...

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/05/30

Today I bring you the powerhouse that is, Tarik Frimpong! I can’t wait to tell you all about him, but first I need to say this. It’s been a heavy week in the world with the police murder of George Floyd in America. I found myself overcome with emotion, finding it hard to breathe and concentrate on anything in my life. How could I record a sparkly introduction to a performing arts podcast episode with such weight overwhelming me? So I decided to get on the mic and speak my truth. Ultimately, this

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01:02:07

Cat Santos // The Magic Within You

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/05/22

I’m super pumped to be bringing you this episode with Cat Santos today! She is an incredible human being who is a true light and leader in the Australian performing arts industry. In our chat, we explore all the glorious parts that make up Cat ~ dance, gut health, illustrations, mindset and more. There’s a lot to take from this one! Cat shares the origins of her latest dance project, Home Feed, a collaboration between Cat, Zoee Marsh and Caetlyn Watson. We also discuss a number of her other projects

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Peter Wallace // Bal Du Moulin Rouge

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/05/15

So today’s episode features an interview I had with Peter Wallace quite a few months ago now, pre-COVID! I had been saving it for when the Moulin Rouge was coming out to conduct auditions in Melbourne this year, hosted at Peter’s studio. Since all things travel are now out of the question in the foreseeable future, I thought it was time to release the episode. If you’ve ever dreamt about dancing at the Moulin Rouge in Paris this is the episode for you. Consider it a bit like a Moulin Rouge history

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39:15

Lucy Doherty // Grief, Dance and Following Your...

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/05/08

In honour of Mother’s Day this weekend, I have a very special episode for you with the gorgeous Lucy Doherty. Lucy is a talented contemporary dancer, teacher, choreographer, and director of One Dance Collective. One Dance Collective is an independent Australian Arts organisation facilitating empowerment and connection through the art of dance and movement. Lucy began her career dancing across the world as Ariel at various Disney parks, as well as performing at Universal Studios. Her passion for

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38:39

Jordan Pollard // Musical Theatre, Family and The Tap...

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/05/01

Today I bring you, Jordan Pollard! Jordan is a very talented musical theatre performer and an all round good human being with a positive attitude and hard work ethic.In our chat we discuss his childhood introduction to performing through his dance teacher mum, the variety of musical theatre shows he has performed in from Guys and Dolls to West Side Story, and what it is like bringing up a child with his beautiful and talented wife, Cristina, who is also a performer. The Tap Pack, a high energy, tap

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38:45

Philmah Bocks // The Man and Life Behind the Queen

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/04/24

You are in for a treat today! I am so excited to bring you the glamorous Philmah Bocks!With a dazzling career spanning over 25 years, Philmah has performed all around the world. She is the current AAMI ambassador, has rubbed noses with Aussie icons such as Kylie Minogue and even launched an exhibition with Jean Paul Gaultier himself. She has earned two fabulous Sydney Mardi Gras awards for her costuming creations and runs her very own ‘WerkShop’ specialising in the manufacture of glamour. But

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Yvette Lee // Choreography, Performing and Staying...

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/04/18

I’m very excited to bring you this episode with Yvette Lee today. Yvette is a successful leading Choreographer in the Australian Dance Industry with over a decade of experience and a crazy long CV to back it up! Her choreography spans over a broad range of mediums including music videos, stage, musical theatre, modelling, commercial and corporate. She is also a talented performer, and was most recently rehearsing for the production of Dance Nation before COVID-19 hit and they had to close the show

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Ethan Panizza // Life in Footy to Acting Limelight

Beyond the Curtain ·

2020/04/10

Today we feature the first actor on Beyond The Curtain. Ethan Panizza is a talented actor, most recently seen on our screens in the Channel 10 show Playing for Keeps. He has an interesting journey where he was on a straight road to one life in footy and changed course to follow his heart and pursue an acting career. Whilst playing professional footy for Claremont Football Club in Western Australia, the team his Dad played for, and obtaining an electrical apprenticeship; it was an injury that gave

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