245. Graham Newell

This week, Bobby and Steffan are joined by the powerhouse that is Graham Newell — an accomplished dance educator, mentor, choreographer, and former West End performer who brings two decades of experience in the arts to everything he touches. From Cats to curriculum design, Graham has done it all — and he’s still pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in arts education. 🎙️✨💃 From Centre Stage to Studio Leader:Graham reflects on his extensive performance career, including CATS, Spamalot, White Christmas, Babes in Arms, Annie Get Your Gun, and many more. Hear about the transition from leading man and ensemble favourite to becoming one of the most respected figures in musical theatre education today.🎓 Raising the Bar in Dance & MT Training:Graham has mentored countless emerging performers while driving innovation in curriculum design and student support. He shares his insights into bridging the gap between professional training and the reality of the industry.🎤 Masterclasses, Mentorship & The Fourth Wall Studio:Graham chats about founding The Fourth Wall Studio with Alice Fearn, a creative initiative focused on audition prep, digital casting tools, and empowering performers at all stages of their careers. Plus, we hear about his global masterclasses and passion for making high-level training accessible and inclusive. 🌍🎭🌟 Why You Can’t Miss This Episode:Behind-the-scenes stories from Graham’s life on stage in the West End and abroadUnmissable insights into the current and future landscape of musical theatre educationA masterclass in mentorship, inclusion, and building sustainable careers in the arts🎧 Hit Play to Be Informed, Inspired, and Energised:Whether you’re an aspiring performer, current student, or industry professional, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughs, and real talk from one of the best in the biz. 🎙️🔥📩 Your Questions, Our Spotlight:Got questions for Graham or the hosts? Email us at [email protected] and you might hear your question featured in an upcoming episode! 💌Join the Fit2 Talk community today – and get ready to be inspired. 🌟👂