Life On Tour Manon Gunderson-Briggs

Welcome to the final episode of 2023!

In this episode, Manon shares  excerpts of 12 episodes of the podcast during 2023. It's a fun episode full of variety and recaps some important lessons. 

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Here is the link to Will Centurion's website:

https://www.mrwillcenturion.com/

And here is the link to Jennifer Peers' website (she also has an amazing instagram page):

https://www.jenniferpeers.com/

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In this episode, Manon chats with industry pro Zoe Coppinger (currently playing the Elphaba standby in Wicked Australia). They talk about:
Zoe's experiences with a psychicHer journey with Elphaba and WickedWhat her average week looks likeHer pre-show routineHer career journey so far and how she follows her instinctsHer mindset when standing byThe qualities a standby must haveDealing with nerves when going onHer advice to her younger selfBut first, Manon talks about:
What a standby isThe importance of coverageWhether you'd like to support the podcast via the link below:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeontourpod

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In this amazing episode, Manon chats with Tina The Musical star Blake Erickson about his career path. They talk about:
Blake's work at the momentHis career journey and where it all startedThe difference between qualifications and suitabilityDeciding to pursue your dreamHow his background influences how he approaches a jobHow character, ability, attitude and knowledge matters above trainingPedestalling and imposter syndromeThe impact of legacyThe biggest lesson he’s learntHis advice for anyone who is auditioning without going to drama schoolHow to navigate the ups and downsBut first, Manon chats about:
How all experiences are differentPedastallingJoni Mitchell and rejection

This episode is all about Stage Bloopers and features various anonymous stories plus two wonderful guests, Tom Sharah and Stef Jones. 

While sharing some wild blooper stories, the episode also focuses on how mortifying bloopers can be and how epople cope with them. 

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In this episode, Manon sits down with friend and recent castmate Doug Hansell to talk about the last few months post-tour and how it is impacted them both. They talk about:
How the last few months have been post-tourThe impact of the in-between on identity and self esteem Saying goodbye to a huge part of your life, and post-show bluesAudition mindset during the In-Between, and getting back into the audition circuitBut first, Manon talks about:
Audition poosAudition energy and recoveryHer personal experience of the In-Between and the huge lesson she learnt from itYou can follow the podcast on instagram @lifeontourpod

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In this episode, Stef Jones rejoins the podcast to talk all about long distance and relationship communication! Manon and Stef cover topics such as:
Planning a wedding while touringHow she met her fiancee How they’ve navigated long distance over the years, and how they planThe communication that shapes a life together while touringHow to stay connected while apartThe power of memes and communicationBur first, Manon talks about:
A recent blooperTheatre ghosts!You can follow the podcast on instagram, @lifeontourpod

Here's the link to the Spring Awakening Blooper Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIcve-Zom_Y