024: The Rejection Episode: What Creatives Really Go Through

"Allowing myself to feel the grief of that rejection"

Bridget Lappin (Actor, Dancer)

In this episode of the Shapes in Motion Podcast, Sarah Perry and Stephen Moynihan chat about something every freelance artist knows all too well - rejection. Whether you’re an actor, dancer, choreographer, creative ...rejection is a constant presence in our industry. They share their own experiences and reflections and also hear from four incredible creatives who open up about how they’ve coped, managed and made sense of rejection in their own careers. From journaling and physical practices to leaning on community and social support, they each bring their unique perspectives and stories. Together, they explore not only the emotional toll rejection can take, but also the ways in which talking about it openly can help inspire a stronger sense of belonging, resilience and understanding within our creative community.

Creative Guest speakers:

Lucy Wordsworth - Actor and Fight Director/Choreographer- Lucy Wordsworth (@lcword96) • Instagram

Dan Chrisostomou - Actor, Creature Performer - Dan Chrisostomou (@danielchrisostomou) • Instagram

Bridget Lappin - Actor, Dancer, Motion Capture & Voiceover Performer - Bridget Lappin

Taira Foo - Choreographer & Movement Director - HOME | Taira Foo

Chapters
Introduction to Rejection in the Arts

Exploring Personal Experiences with Rejection

Tools and Strategies for Managing Rejection

Community Insights and Shared Experiences

To get in touch with Sarah visit www.sarahperrymovement.com and follow @sarahperrymovement on Instagram.
To get in touch with Stephen visit www.stephenmoynihan.net and follow @stmoynihan on Instagram.