EPISODE · Mar 17, 2024 · 28 MIN
12: Managing Stress, Stage Managing & BTS Of The Industry with Luke Woodham
from The SWING LIFE Podcast · host Taylor Scanlan
Ever wondered what it takes to be a successful stage manager? In this episode, Luke Woodham, a seasoned professional, shares his journey from starting in Tasmania to Stage Managing show after show here in Australia. Reflecting on his family's theater legacy and the challenges and triumphs of managing iconic productions like 'The Lion King' and 'Mary Poppins.' From resilience to adaptability, his insights offer a glimpse into the world of stage management, post-COVID. Aspiring stage managers, take note: Luke's advice on listening, humility, and kindness is invaluable.They talked about:Luke's Journey: From Tasmania to Center StageEducation and Early Career: Learning the RopesFamily Influence: Generational Passion for TheaterManaging Major Productions: Triumphs and ChallengesKey Advice: Listening, Humility, and Kindness in Theater Career---Where else to find us? 👀✨Website: www.thedive.com.au✨ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZCa8R_MP5CIk-v9jV6lI7w ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedive.com.au/✨ Facebook Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/893483165382333🚀 Join the Performer's Mindset Hub for FREE: Free community with tools to support your journey. Click here to join now!💻 Check out Momentum 2.0 Program: Watch FREE From Graduate to Pro Masterclass & learn the 3 Steps To Becoming a Sustainable Musical Theatre Professional. Click here to watch now!
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Ever wondered what it takes to be a successful stage manager? In this episode, Luke Woodham, a seasoned professional, shares his journey from starting in Tasmania to Stage Managing show after show here in Australia. Reflecting on his family's theater legacy and the challenges and triumphs of managing iconic productions like 'The Lion King' and 'Mary Poppins.' From resilience to adaptability, his insights offer a glimpse into the world of stage management, post-COVID. Aspiring stage managers, take note: Luke's advice on listening, humility, and kindness is invaluable.They talked about:Luke's Journey: From Tasmania to Center StageEducation and Early Career: Learning the RopesFamily Influence: Generational Passion for TheaterManaging Major Productions: Triumphs and ChallengesKey Advice: Listening, Humility, and Kindness in Theater Career---Where else to find us? 👀✨Website: www.thedive.com.au✨ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZCa8R_MP5CIk-v9jV6lI7w ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedive.com.au/✨ Facebook Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/893483165382333🚀 Join the Performer's Mindset Hub for FREE: Free community with tools to support your journey. Click here to join now!💻 Check out Momentum 2.0 Program: Watch FREE From Graduate to Pro Masterclass & learn the 3 Steps To Becoming a Sustainable Musical Theatre Professional. Click here to watch now!
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