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Performers who PivotHealth, Creativity, and Growth with Michelle BrooksMichelle Brooks is a Black British Writer and a graduate of the prestigious ROSE BRUFORD acting programme. Michelle's journey in the industry is nothing short of remarkable.With a background that includes stints at BBC Entertainment in Salford and BBC Promotions in London, Michelle honed her comedic prowess under the guidance of luminaries like Logan Murray, Funny Women, Amused Moose, and Comedy 5050. Her dedication to her craft paid off in 2019 when she collaborated with Comedian Simon Watt and Imperial College to create and perform a science-based stand-up set titled "BAME" for the LOL Lab.2020 Michelle's talents were recognised when...
2025-05-2847 min
Performers who PivotClear Space, Clear Mind: Marsha Carrington’s Creative Pivot from Performer to StylistIn this inspiring episode of Performers Who Pivot, Grace chats with the multi-talented Marsha Carrington — founder of Pinnacle Performing Arts and Styled by MJC. From dancing on Top of the Pops to helping people style and organise their homes, Marsha shares how she’s gracefully pivoted her performance career into two thriving creative businesses.She opens up about:- Overcoming shyness and building confidence- Healing from personal loss and embracing spirituality- The power of trusting your gut and not chasing money- Why “clear space, clear mind” is more than just a mantraPlu...
2025-04-1655 min
Performers who PivotJust Say Yes with Tammie WebsterJust Say Yes with Tammie WebsterIn this episode of The Performers Who Pivot Podcast, we’re joined by Tammie Webster, a data analytics expert by day and a passionate performer alongside her corporate career. Tammie discovered acting in her 30s after a challenging life experience and has since embraced it as a creative outlet.
Tammie shares how saying “yes” to new experiences has opened doors to acting, action combat, and writing. Her story highlights the power of balancing a thriving professional career with creative passions and the joy that comes from stepping out of your comfor...
2025-01-0447 min
Performers who PivotBreaking Glass Ceilings with Arlo CarterWelcome to 'The Performers Who Pivot Podcast,' where we celebrate incredible journeys of transformation and creativity. I'm Grace Viora, your host, and I'm thrilled to introduce Arlo Carter to this episode.Arlo Carter hails from a council estate in the picturesque Shires of the West Country in England. In 2020, the National Youth Film Academy honoured him with the title of Emerging Brit. His acting credits include a role as Alan Fisher in ITV's Doc Martin and a recent lead role as Logan in Joachim Hedén's The Last Breath, alongside the late Julian S...
2024-04-0336 min
Performers who PivotFrom the Stage to the Page: Drama, Dyslexia and Written Word with Dyonne JosiahWelcome to 'The Performers Who Pivot Podcast,' where we celebrate incredible journeys of transformation and creativity. I'm Grace Viora, your host, and I'm thrilled to introduce Dyonne Antonette Josiah, a talented creator who started her artistic journey nearly two decades ago.Dyonne, once a performer, has gracefully pivoted her talents towards writing children's books. Hailing from Islington, North London, Dyonne discovered her passion for storytelling early on. Struggling with dyslexia at 16, she turned her unique perspective into a career, crafting stories that empower young minds and bridge gaps in understanding. Her journey led her to create...
2024-01-2340 min
Performers who PivotShould Actors work for Free? With Sophie Methuen-TurnerIn this episode, I speak with Sophie Methuen-Turner. Sophie is a Brighton-based, Spotlight actor. She has appeared in a Channel 5 documentary this year, and is going on tour next year, to London, Oxford and Italy. Follow Sophie’s journey on Instagram. Grace Viora is the host of The Performers who Pivot podcast. She is an actor, writer and entrepreneur. Grace started her award-winning company DramEd to enrich children through the arts in education. Grace shares her blueprint and brand with performers through DramEd licenses to help them build a flexible business that benefits from their skillset in the...
2023-12-2133 min
Performers who PivotFull Circle Conversations: From Classroom to Podcast - A Journey with My College Performing Arts TeacherWelcome to The Performers who Pivot podcast. In this special episode, we embark on a one-of-a-kind journey. as the roles reverse and the student becomes the interviewer.
In a heartwarming and insightful conversation, we delve into the stories, lessons, and experiences that have shaped both the teacher's career and the student's growth. Discover how the guidance and passion of this exceptional educator ignited the spark that set our host on a path of creativity and fulfilment.
As the spotlight shifts from the classroom to the microphone, we explore how...
2023-09-0437 min
Performers who PivotBetween Medicine and Acting with Dr Feyisara MendesToday's episode features a special guest, Dr Feyisara Mendes, the kind of Doctor you visit when you are concerned about your health. She has a medical portfolio which includes lifestyle medicine and women's health. However, this Doctor is equally passionate about writing and performing for stage and screen after a recent pivot back into the arts. Since paying homage to her calling to the screen and stage, Dr Shaz has secured representation by one of Britain's leading award-winning acting agencies IAG. She is about to grace the stage in her theatre debut of 'The High Life', a new play...
2023-01-2230 minPerformers who PivotHow Show Biz is similar to running your Own BizIn this episode I share how show business is similar to running your own business. Hello and welcome to the Performers who Pivot podcast brought to you by your host Grace Viora. This podcast is for actors and performers who are navigating two careers at the same time, maybe one performing arts career and one business to fall back on, or a business to have alongside your performing arts career or perhaps you want to leave the performing arts industry altogether. Still, you don’t want to retrain, so you are exploring how to progress using the skills you al...
2022-10-1420 min
Performers who PivotConfronting your EgoIdeas + Action = Success, and the ego belongs in the back seat…most of the time. Fear is a friend of ego; their job is to protect but is it overworking? In this episode, I touch on navigating your ego.Hello and welcome to the Performers who Pivot podcast brought to you by your host Grace Viora. This podcast is for actors and performers who are navigating two careers at the same time, maybe one performing arts career and one business to fall back on, or a business to have alongside your performing arts career or perhaps you want to leave...
2022-10-0216 minPerformers who PivotHonouring IdeasHello and welcome to the Performers who Pivot podcast brought to you by your host Grace Viora. This podcast is for actors and performers who are navigating two careers at the same time, maybe one performing arts career and one business to fall back on, or a business to have along side your performing arts career or perhaps you want to leave the performing arts industry all together but don’t want to retrain so you are exploring how to progress using the skills you already have. Our objective is to uplift, inspire and have honest conversations about what it...
2022-09-2420 minPerformers who PivotThe Back Story - Part 1Hello and welcome to the performers who pivot podcast brought to you by your host Grace Viora. This podcast is for actors and performers who are navigating two careers at the same time, maybe one performing arts career and one business to fall back on, or a business to have along side your performing arts career or perhaps you want to leave the performing arts industry all together but don’t want to retrain so you are exploring how to progress using the skills you already have. Our objective is to uplift, inspire and have honest conversations about what it...
2022-09-1712 min
Performers who PivotStories, Rhymes & Creative Growth with Dramagical TyanAnd we’re back! Welcome to Episode 2 ofThe Performers Who Pivot Podcast—a podcast dedicated to supporting performers as they navigate careers and business alongside their creative lives. Life as a performer often means juggling multiple passions and finding ways to lend your skills to build a life that truly feels good.In this episode, I’m chatting with Tyan—an actress, writer, creative freelancer for Dramagical Entertainment Ltd, and mother of two. Tyan’s journey is inspiring. She trained with the National Youth Theatre from a young age, appearing in musicals and performing at some of the West E...
2022-09-1059 min
Performers who PivotPIVOT INTO CHILDRENS ENTERTAINMENT with Ian WeichardtIan 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...
2022-02-2638 min
Performers who PivotFOLLOW YOUR JOY and see what happensIn this weeks episode of the Performers who Pivot podcast I update you with my pivots and my personal life. At the end of last year I felt called to pivot back to acting and managed to land myself a TV role! Here I tell you all about it. In this episode I tell you about The Audience FriendThis show was brought to you by Grace Viora @performerswhopivot podcast and @DramEduk
2022-02-1915 min
Performers who PivotMAKING YOUR OWN SCREEN WORK with Jordan PittJordan Pitt is an actor and award winning filmmaker with over 20 years experience both in front of and behind the camera. He launched ONE UMBRELLA PRODUCTIONS in 2011, premiering his first film 'LOST WORDS' which was shot in the South of France, at the 'Diversity in Cannes' showcase the following year.In 2013, he released his second short film 'AMBITION TO LIVE' which screened at various festivals - London Film Network Film Festival (where it picked up an audience choice award), Portobello Road Film Festival, BUFF and was nominated for best short film at the BEFFTA's.Most recently, Jordan directed and w...
2022-02-1258 min
Performers who PivotThe Pivot back from the Corporate World with Sara-Jane Kaba
Sara-Jane is a Performer and Business owner who has pivoted back into the arts after a long run in the corporate world. Her passion for performing arts started at the age of 3. After graduating with a 2:1 BA honours in Performing Arts, Sara-Jane devised numerous dance and drama pieces for a variety of organizations ranging from directing Musicals such as Bugsy Malone to bespoke pieces written and devised for young children. After the birth of her first child in 2012, like many of us, she opted for full time employment to support her family. Now, with her youngest a...
2022-02-0545 min
Performers who PivotPivoting into a Partnership with Jenn & SamB.O.S.S. (Be On Stage & Screen) Acting School is a new cutting-edge drama school founded in 2020 by professional actors, Jennifer Brooke and Samantha Shaw, who deliver classical actor training with a fresh and innovative twist!
In this episode we dive into what it's like to pivot from the arts and make a success of business with a friend! BOSS Acting School took off during the Covid_19 pandemic when there started building an audience online.
They both still act whilst merging their passion with their profession through BOSS!
In this episode I talk...
2022-01-2953 min
Performers who PivotDivinely Led with Uche AbuahUche Abuah is a Nigerian-British actor and producer from London who began acting professionally as a student at the famed Identity Drama School in 2009. She recieved praise for her role as Uwa in the theatrical run of Another Biafra at the Rosemary Branch theatre in 2011. She followed this up by playing the lead role in the 2011, Royal Commonwealth Society's award-winning short, The Unlucky Mother. Uche then featured in smaller indie films such as Woodfalls (2013) and Mum Dad Meet Sam (2014) before playing the title character in the Luxor Film Festival Grand Prize-winning film, Mona (2016). She recently featured in the 2020 Amazon Prime V...
2022-01-221h 07
Performers who PivotJourney with a Franchise with Taja MorganTaja is a West London Actor and Franchisee of Frenzy Drama, a drama school for young people. Taja bought her franchise before the age of 25 and has been navigating both careers to date. She loves travelling, reading and meeting new people.
In this episode you will hear about how Taja is navigating two careers at the same time.
Her favourite book at the moment is 'We should all be Millionaires' by Rachel Rodgers.
This Performers who Pivot episode was brought by DramEd. To find out more visit www.dramed.com or follow us on https://www.instagram.com/dramed_uk/
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2022-01-1541 min
Performers who PivotStudent Entrepreneur with Eboni TaylorMeet Eboni Taylor, a multifaceted individual from the vibrant streets of East London. Not your typical university student, Eboni is a force to be reckoned with—a business owner, a performer, and a beacon of ambition.
In this episode, Eboni shares her journey of navigating the complex intersection of academia, entrepreneurship, and the performing arts. Whether you're a budding student entrepreneur or a creative seeking inspiration, this conversation shares insights and actionable advice.
Drawing from her own experiences and influences, Eboni discusses key resources that have shaped her path. We mention the empowering book "How to...
2022-01-0844 min
Performers who PivotBelieve in Yourself with Tanya Nicole EdwardsTanya Nicole Edwards was born and raised in West London and has forever been a lover of music, she attended Sylvia Young Scool for a number of years as a kid and then went on to dancing with Impact Dance and joining the RBKC choir. After auditioning for The Lion King at the age of 16 she had an offer and made her WestEnd debut making her the youngest adult in history thus far in the cast, for the last 15 years she has been in shows including Dirty dancing, toured Asia with Hairspray, Motown The Musical, The Book Of Mormon...
2022-01-0144 min
Performers who PivotPerformers who Pivot podcast introductionWelcome to The Performers who Pivot podcast.
*Disclaimer - At the time of recording this first episode this podcast was called 'Performers in Business'.
This podcast is for actors and performers who are navigating two careers at the same time, maybe one performing arts career and one business to fall back on, or a business to have along side your performing arts career or perhaps you want to leave the performing arts industry all together but don’t want to retrain so you are exploring how to progress using the skills you already have.
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2021-11-2011 min