Life ON Stage
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"Life ON Stage" is a photographic series that unveils the often-hidden journey a performer takes to step out on stage. Through intimate and raw images, this series captures the unseen process performers undergo to be ready to be on stage. Life ON Stage showcases the dedication and vulnerability that exist in the hours leading up to a performance. It is a visual exploration of transformation and self-preparation; reminding us that the stage is more than just the performance itself, but the result of unseen effort, emotion, and craft.
Each photograph emphasises the human experience, showcasing the layers of effort, anticipation, and sometimes vulnerability that lie beneath the performance. By documenting these moments, Life ON Stage sheds light on the often-overlooked journey a performer undergoes to perform.
This series invites the viewer to appreciate the unseen work that makes every performance meaningful, offering a deeper understanding of the dedication, sacrifice, and craft that comes before the curtains lift. Serving as a tribute to the performers who, through their sweat and determination, turn preparation into art, reminding us that the journey is just as important as the destination.
Thao Nguyen
Thao is a British-born Vietnamese artist, currently staring as Anne Boleyn in Six the Musical on London's West End. She has over 5 years experience teaching k-pop choreography, and choreographing for artist's music videos. She has performed on many stages such as the Royal Albert Hall, West End Live Trafalga Square, and the O2 Arena.
These images follow Thao on her very busy and exciting day at MOVE IT; from teaching a high-energy k-pop choreography workshop to meeting her amazing fans, and finishing off with an unforgettable performance alongside her fantastic team. Thao truly brought the stage to life!
Cassidy Janson
Cassidy Janson is an Olivier Award-winning British musical theatre actor and singer.
From the quiet moments in her dressing room to the final bow! Cassidy Janson's performance at Norden Farm.
George Rennie
George Rennie is a London-based writer, performer and theatre-maker whose work draws on classical texts to explore contemporary, queer and philosophical themes.
He recently appeared as Hamlet’s deceased court jester, Yorick, in tragicomic Shakespearean ghost story Hamstrung at the Glitch, Edinburgh Fringe and Grimfest, and regularly performs music and poetry across London’s open mic scenes. Previous projects include Mating in Captivity (King’s Head Theatre), Spirit Box (Pleasance) and Up, Up, Up and Away! (Creation and Mercury Theatres), and he is currently working on two new shows based around Jekyll and Hyde and the Orpheus myth.
Sarah O'Dell
Sarah O’Dell is an Australian performer and writer with a passion for finding her truth in her story telling. Having relocated to London in 2023, Sarah has been performing for over 10 years, completing her full time musical theatre training at Associated Studios Australia in 2022. Sarah made her solo debut in her self-devised cabaret ‘Mary Pop’s In’. Over 2024 she developed her debut play, ‘Love You More’. This story is close to Sarah’s heart as it is based off her own life experiences. Sarah aims to challenge audiences with the ‘taboo’ and confront uncomfortable emotions that are often pushed aside. Taking on the lead role of Matilda, Sarah hopes to connect with people suffering with grief, showing them the light and love that will forever remain, even through catastrophic loss.
We follow Sarah backstage during one of her performances in Love You More play, showcasing her preparation, stage character, and the emotion of her performance.
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