The Shapes in Motion Podcast
Are you an actor, mover, maker or creative, who has a passion for movement and performance? Are you in need of some creative inspiration and insights from the industry?
If you tell a story through movement, whatever the shape or form then you are in the right place. We are ready to share with you a range of inspiring and insightful conversations from some of the best loved movers and makers in our field.
We will chat with actors, movers, dancers, choreographers, directors, and many other like minded creatives all sharing their expertise, inspirations, creative processes, creative challenges, insights, career highs, and lows and so much more.
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- Update frequency
- every 12 days
- Average duration
- 41 minutes
- Episodes
- 23
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
023: 'Exploring Movement Direction with Ayse Tashkiran'
In this episode of the Shapes in Motion Podcast, Stephen is joined by movement director, teacher, and researcher Ayse Tashkiran. They trace Ayse’s journey from discovering her passion for theatre to …
00:45:16 |
Wed 27 Aug 2025
022: 'Russell Maliphant on Dance, Anatomy and the Art of Movement'
In this episode, Sarah Perry is joined by acclaimed dancer and choreographer Russell Maliphant to explore his remarkable journey through the world of dance. From his classical beginnings to his groun…
00:51:44 |
Wed 13 Aug 2025
021: 'Alexandra Baybutt: Illuminating Bartenieff, Somatics, Presence & Performance'
In this episode of the Shapes in Motion podcast, Stephen Moynihan interviews Alexandra Baybutt; movement coach, artist, researcher, dramaturg, and educator, exploring her journey into dance and movem…
00:45:09 |
Wed 30 Jul 2025
020: 'Feldenkrais and Performance with Victoria Worsley: Doing Less, Discovering More;
In this episode of the Shapes in Motion podcast, Sarah Perry speaks with Victoria Worsley, Feldenkrais teacher, former actor, and author of ‘Feldenkrais for Actors: How to Do Less and Discover More.’…
00:48:12 |
Wed 16 Jul 2025
019: 'Downtime as Creative Uptime: The In-Between Is the Work (Not Out of Work)'
In this episode, Sarah Perry and Stephen Moynihan open up a vital conversation around ‘downtime’ in the creative world. They unpack the stigma behind being "out of work" and offer a refreshing refram…
00:42:52 |
Wed 02 Jul 2025
018: 'Theo Clinkard on Dance and Identity through play and performance'
In this episode of The Shapes in Motion Podcast, Stephen Moynihan speaks with acclaimed choreographer and performer Theo Clinkard about his journey from Cornwall to an international career in dance. …
00:52:12 |
Wed 18 Jun 2025
017: 'Ingrid Mackinnon on Dance, Direction and Diverse Voices'
In this episode of the Shapes in Motion podcast, host Stephen Moynihan speaks with Ingrid MacKinnon about her journey from growing up in Canada to becoming a movement director in the UK. They discuss…
00:48:08 |
Wed 04 Jun 2025
016: 'From Page to Performance: Literature’s Role in Movement and Acting'
In this episode of the Shapes in Motion podcast, Sarah Perry and Stephen Moynihan explore the rich relationship between literature and movement. They share how books influence their creative practice…
00:46:20 |
Wed 21 May 2025
015: 'Movement and Writing; A Poet's Journey with Susan Richardson'
In this episode of the Shapes in Motion podcast, Sarah Perry speaks with writer and poet Susan Richardson about the profound relationship between writing and movement. They explore how the body and t…
00:50:59 |
Wed 07 May 2025
014: 'Movement Specialists and Casting: Building Teams for Screen Success'
In this episode of the Shapes in Motion podcast, Stephen Moynihan and Sarah Perry delve into the intricate relationship between movement directors, choreographers, and performers in the realms of TV …
00:34:39 |
Wed 23 Apr 2025
013: 'Embodied Expression: Marie-Gabrielle Rotie on Butoh, Choreography & Creativity'
In this episode of the Shapes in Motion podcast, host Stephen Moynihan speaks with choreographer and artist Marie-Gabrielle Rotie about her artistic journey, the discovery of Butoh, and its influence…
00:45:46 |
Wed 09 Apr 2025
012: 'Empowering Choreographers and Movement Directors: A New Era with Toby James TV and Film Organiser at Equity'
Toby James is the Film and TV Organiser at Equity, the trade union for performers and creative professionals in the performing arts. Equity members are pushing for proper, collectively bargained agre…
00:46:56 |
Wed 26 Mar 2025
011: 'Unveiling the Creative Process in Movement Direction and Choreography'
In this episode of the Shapes in Motion podcast, Sarah Perry and Stephen Moynihan delve into the intricacies of creative processes in movement direction and choreography. They discuss the importance …
00:38:35 |
Wed 12 Mar 2025
010: ‘Thriving as a Creative: Business, Balance & Worth with Elizabeth Cairns’
In this episode, Sarah Perry chats with the amazing Elizabeth Cairns. Elizabeth is a coach, facilitator, trainer, writer and holistic therapist and has worked closely with scores of organisations and…
00:48:22 |
Wed 26 Feb 2025
009: 'Lead & Create: Redefining Leadership in the Arts with Neus Gil Cortes'
In this conversation, Neus Gil Cortes discusses her journey in the arts, the importance of leadership training, and the creation of her initiative, Lead and Create. She emphasises the need for vulner…
00:35:20 |
Wed 12 Feb 2025
008: ‘In Motion: Cheryl Burniston’s Journey into the World of Motion Capture’
In this episode Sarah Perry chats with actor and motion capture performer Cheryl Burniston, discussing Cheryl's journey into the world of performance and motion capture. Cheryl emphasises the importa…
00:39:03 |
Wed 29 Jan 2025
007: 'Mastering Motion Capture: Performance, Preparation and Imagination'
In this episode of the Shapes in Motion podcast, Stephen Moynihan and Sarah Perry delve into the world of motion capture, exploring its evolution, the skills required for performers, and the differen…
00:36:29 |
Wed 15 Jan 2025
006: 'Be well, create well - wellbeing for actors and creatives'
In this episode, Sarah Perry and Stephen Moynihan discuss the critical importance of wellbeing for actors, creatives, and freelancers in the arts. They explore the responsibilities of movement direct…
00:40:52 |
Wed 01 Jan 2025
005: 'Character Animation: Stuart Messinger on Performance, Storytelling, and Believability'
In this episode, Sarah Perry chats with animator, animation educator and former VFX production manager Stuart Messinger discussing the animator's journey, highlighting education, performance and char…
01:01:02 |
Wed 18 Dec 2024
004: ‘Finding your unique style and niche as a movement director’
In this episode, Sarah Perry and Stephen Moynihan discuss how to get into the movement direction industry. They share their personal journeys and offer advice for emerging movement directors. They em…
00:33:59 |
Wed 04 Dec 2024
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