Spotlight Support: Behind the Scenes

Jamie-Lee Meneely
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Honest conversations about what really goes on behind the scenes in the dance and performing arts world, with mental health and wellbeing at the heart of it. From pressure, confidence and comparison to burnout, rejection and expectations, we'll talk about the things that affect us but aren't always said out loud. I'll share my own experiences alongside conversations with people across the industry. Expect a bit of craic - probably a few stories I shouldn't tell and hopefully a few “Oh good, it's not just me” moments. Challenging, joyful and sometimes completely bonkers!

Episodes

  1. 3d ago

    Ronan Johnson | Auditions, Ambitions & Chaos...Oh My! (Part 1)

    In Part One of my conversation with Ronan Johnson, we explore his journey into musical theatre and acting, from growing up in Mid-Ulster and attending local theatre classes to pursuing professional training in London. Ronan shares his experiences of studying at Italia Conti before completing a three-year acting degree at PPA, and we discuss the challenges of moving away from home, finding your feet in a new environment and making the transition from performing as a hobby to pursuing it as a career. We also touch on the perceptions of boys in performing arts, the importance of finding your people and what it really means to turn something you love into your profession. An open and honest conversation about ambition, training and finding your place in the performing arts industry. CONNECT WITH SPOTLIGHT SUPPORT Spotlight Support provides counselling, workshops and wellbeing resources for the dance and performing arts communities.📧 Email: spotlightsupport@jlmdance.com 📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/spotlight__support?igsi=MWd1Z2Y0ZjJuanNrbw==Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/18xifAbKFk/TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@spotlight.support?_r=1&_t=ZN-99SN7vwsmgQ⁠ 🔗 Resources, updates and mailing list: ⁠https://spotlightsupport.myflodesk.com/link-in-bio⁠ If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating and share it with someone who might find it interesting.

  2. Oct 18

    Clodagh Doyle | The Life of an Irish Dance Teacher

    In this episode of Spotlight Support: Behind the Scenes, I'm joined by Clodagh Doyle, owner of Quinn School of Irish Dancing, for a refreshingly honest and funny conversation about her journey in Irish dance and the realities of life as a teacher.We chat about everything from competitions, judging, costumes and the misconceptions surrounding Irish dancing to being a dance mum, teaching your own child and the challenges that come with running a dance school.Clodagh shares her experiences with plenty of humour, honesty and a few home truths about what really goes on behind the scenes.A must-listen for any dance teacher! CONNECT WITH SPOTLIGHT SUPPORTSpotlight Support provides counselling, workshops and wellbeing resources for the dance and performing arts communities.📧 Email: spotlightsupport@jlmdance.com 📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/spotlight__support?igsi=MWd1Z2Y0ZjJuanNrbw==Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/18xifAbKFk/TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@spotlight.support?_r=1&_t=ZN-99SN7vwsmgQ ⁠🔗 Resources, updates and mailing list: ⁠https://spotlightsupport.myflodesk.com/link-in-bio ⁠If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating and share it with someone who might find it interesting.

    Clodagh Doyle | The Life of an Irish Dance Teacher

  3. Oct 11

    Sophie Devlin | From Dance School to Vocational Training

    In our first episode of Spotlight Support: Behind the Scenes, I'm joined by former JLM Dance student Sophie Devlin. Having recently completed her foundation year at Laine Theatre Arts, Sophie reflects on her dance journey so far, the transition into full-time vocational training and what she's learned along the way. We discuss the realities of training, what has worked for her, the challenges she's faced and the lessons she's taking forward as she prepares to begin her three-year degree in Dance. Sophie also opens up about navigating an injury during her foundation year and the impact it had on her mentally, offering an honest insight into some of the challenges young performers can experience. An insight into the experiences, expectations and realities of pursuing a career in dance. CONNECT WITH SPOTLIGHT SUPPORT Spotlight Support provides counselling, workshops and wellbeing resources for the dance and performing arts communities. 📧 Email: spotlightsupport@jlmdance.com 📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/spotlight__support?igsi=MWd1Z2Y0ZjJuanNrbw==⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/18xifAbKFk/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@spotlight.support?_r=1&_t=ZN-99SN7vwsmgQ⁠ 🔗 Resources, updates and mailing list: ⁠https://spotlightsupport.myflodesk.com/link-in-bio⁠ If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating and share it with someone who might find it interesting.

  4. Oct 8

    Introduction

    An Introduction Before we get into the conversations, here's a little background on the person behind the microphone. In this short introductory episode, I share a bit about my journey through the dance and performing arts industry, my move into counselling and how Spotlight Support came about. CONNECT WITH SPOTLIGHT SUPPORT Spotlight Support provides counselling, workshops and wellbeing resources for the dance and performing arts communities. 📧 Email: spotlightsupport@jlmdance.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spotlight__support?igsi=MWd1Z2Y0ZjJuanNrbw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/18xifAbKFk/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@spotlight.support?_r=1&_t=ZN-99SN7vwsmgQ 🔗 Resources, updates and mailing list: https://spotlightsupport.myflodesk.com/link-in-bio If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating and share it with someone who might find it interesting. Spotlight Support: Behind the Scenes

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Honest conversations about what really goes on behind the scenes in the dance and performing arts world, with mental health and wellbeing at the heart of it. From pressure, confidence and comparison to burnout, rejection and expectations, we'll talk about the things that affect us but aren't always said out loud. I'll share my own experiences alongside conversations with people across the industry. Expect a bit of craic - probably a few stories I shouldn't tell and hopefully a few “Oh good, it's not just me” moments. Challenging, joyful and sometimes completely bonkers!

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