In this episode of the Shapes in Motion Podcast, Sarah Perry and Stephen Moynihan explore the art of collaboration across stage and screen. Focusing on the relationship between movement directors, choreographers, and departments such as costume, hair, makeup, and visual effects, they discuss the importance of early involvement and clear communication.

The conversation highlights how costume and VFX influence movement, the challenges of working with prosthetics or restrictive designs, and how strong creative collaboration ultimately supports performers and enhances visual storytelling.

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In this episode of The Shapes in Motion Podcast, Sarah Perry and Stephen Moynihan respond to listeners’ questions exploring empathy, connection, and authenticity within creative practice. From daily habits and creative influences to rest, risk, and personal growth; they reflect on how connection and self-awareness shape both the work and the artist.

In a thoughtful and light conversation, they explore empathy as a skill that underpins collaboration and communication across movement and performance. Alongside this, they share glimpses of the everyday, from morning coffee rituals and the quiet satisfaction (or resistance) of making the bed to time spent cooking and even a bit of tennis, revealing how these small, human moments contribute to a more sustainable and grounded creative life.

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In this episode of the Shapes in Motion Podcast, Sarah Perry is joined by jazz singer and lyricist Tina Carr to explore the deep connection between voice, body, and breath.

Tina shares how movement shapes her unique vocal style, the influences behind her music, and how she navigates performance, wellbeing and creative resilience. With insights into her latest album Moon Over Mildmay, this is an honest and inspiring conversation about expression, healing, and embodied artistry.

The conversation moves between the emotional depth of singing, the technical nuances of performance, and how Tina adapts her work across different spaces and audiences. She also speaks candidly about navigating pain, emotional challenges, and the ongoing balance between life and artistic practice.

This episode is a thoughtful and uplifting exploration of how music, voice and movement can connect, heal, and transform, both on and off the stage.

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