Guardians of Creativity: drama education’s lasting legacy

Calling all educators! Join us as we explore the heart of creative leadership and the lasting impact drama education can have on students and teachers alike.In this episode, we discover how innovative training and resources for drama teachers are transforming classrooms and empowering educators with founder of We Teach Drama, Lucy Bellingham. We unpack the core qualities of creative leadership and how it shapes not only individual growth but entire learning communities. We discuss the challenge of finding balance between professional work and creative expression and reflect on the long-term impact of drama education, emphasising its power to nurture empathy, confidence and imagination over a lifetime.Thanks for listening and joining us on this creative journey!Stay wild xCopyright 2026 Lucy ColganI’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host:Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled', combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Lucy Bellingham is a teacher and freelance drama consultant, based in Warwickshire. Since studying Drama at Manchester University and pursuing a PGCE in Secondary Drama, she has worked within the field of drama education for over twenty years, from the rural midlands to inner city London academies. She founded We Teach Drama in 2021 and now creates resources & CPD for drama teachers internationally.Lucy's Facebook page@weteachdrama on InstagramLucy's Website