Today Beth speaks to singer and actor Ramin Karimloo. Ramin set out as a teenager to follow his dream of playing the title role in Phantom of the Opera. On his way, he’s earned himself a place among the top Musical Theatre performers in the West End.
Ramin speaks about his journey - from experiencing different countries as a child to teaching himself to act, embracing his own style and staying hungry to learn.
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Podcast Episode Highlights:
- 01.27 - What was Ramin Karimloo’s worst ever job?
- 02.11 - What was Ramin’s journey to Canada?
- 04.25 - Journey into music/theatre
- 06.23 - Ramin talks about the school trip where he first saw Phantom of the Opera
- 07.59 - Fate vs Hard work
- 09.11 - Ramin speaks about his learning journey
- 14.39 - Ramin’s career progression and journey into Phantom
- 21.33 - Olivier nomination and attitude towards awards
- 23.16 - Quickfire Round
- 24.11 - Fun fact
- 25.36 - What is success and are there qualities that unite successful people?
- 26.47 - What makes a great singer?
- 30.42 - Self doubt
- 31.52 - What has been Ramin’s greatest challenge?
- 34.32 - Greatest accomplishment
- 35.25 - What one quality or ability would Ramin choose to pick up?
- 36.58 - Ramin’s unique journey contributing towards his unique voice
- 40.00 - Advice for people entering the entertainment industry
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Resources Mentioned:
- Beth Roars: Website YouTube Instagram Twitter Facebook Patreon
- Ramin Karimloo: Website YouTube Instagram Twitter Facebook Podcast - The Hang
- Public Enemy, The Tragically Hip (Gordon Downie), Tracy Chapman, Johnny Cash
- Shah’s Imperial Guard
- Miss Saigon, Les Mis, Phantom of the Opera, Love Never Dies
- Uta Hagen, Lee Strasberg
- Colm Wilkinson (The Phantom Ramin originally saw)
- Tom Hanks, Earl Carpenter
- Cameron Mackintosh, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Gaston Leroux
- The Avett Brothers (Seth Avett)
- Mandy Karimloo (Ramin’s wife)
- Dee Cannon (Acting Coach)
- Benedict Cumberbatch, Regents Park Open Air Theatre
- Alexander McKenzie School
- Olivier nomination for Love Never Dies
- Joe Cocker - You are so beautiful
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