Ian Weichardt is a "northern lad" from Yorkshire. His passion in life is to entertain, educate and tell stories. He is an actor, writer, children’s entertainer, educational practitioner and owner of a successful children’s entertainment business, Mr Ruffles Parties. Most notable acting performances are for the Olivier nominated play The Miser at the Garrick Theatre, West End, T.V. roles in Holby City, Coronation Street, Doctors and D.C.I. Banks, film roles for Razors and Freak of Nurture and BBC Radio 4 drama Fragments. He runs Mr. Ruffles Parties which offers entertainment for children of all ages and any occassion. As a children’s entertainer Ian has performed internationally and for various celebrity events. He has worked in Early Years and Primary education for over 10 years educating children through drama and peformance, specialising working with children with Special Educational Needs and children with Autism Spectrum Discorder.Find out more: www.mrrufflesparties.comFollow and Support Ian: https://www.instagram.com/mr_ruffles_parties/https://www.facebook.com/mrrufflesparties/In this podcast we referenceIan's recent lead role in the soap Doctors, BBC (Series 22: 59. Sub 25) www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m000ww6x via @bbciplayer which received national newspaper coverage.His party entertainment (see a video) https://youtu.be/7cJBPye841cKen Kelly and https://magicianbusiness.comRikki Beadle-Blair https://www.instagram.com/rikkibeadleblair/?hl=enThis show was brought to you by Grace Viora @performerswhopivot podcast and @DramEduk
