Show Notes
In this week’s episode, Jamie is joined by Glasgow-based performer and artist Craig Manson for an honest conversation about creativity, performance and the realities of working in the arts today. Known for his satirical and hilarious videos about the arts world, Craig chats about why his content has resonated so strongly with creatives online, and how humour can sometimes become a coping mechanism for industry frustrations. Craig spoke about: 🎭 Building a career across theatre, live art, cabaret and performance 📱 Creating viral content and finding an audience online 😂 Why so many creatives “feel seen” by his videos 🎟️ The realities and frustrations of working in the arts 🎨 Coming from a remote part of Scotland and finding his way creatively 🏴 His upcoming Fringe show Bunny 💬 His advice for aspiring creatives and performers and more
A funny, thoughtful and refreshingly honest conversation about creativity, identity and trying to survive the arts world with your sense of humour intact. Recorded at The Podcast Studio Glasgow on the 11th of May 🎙️
Out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube.
This week’s episode is sponsored by rad Scotland. rad Scotland is a paid TV traineeship helping people from underrepresented backgrounds break into the Scottish TV industry through placements, training and mentoring. Applications close Wednesday 3rd June at 5pm:https://trcmedia.org/training/rad-scotland/
🔗 Check out Craig’s work: Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/_craigmanson_/?hl=en Fringe show 🎟️ https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/bunny Website 🌍 https://craigmanson.info/
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