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The transition from Drama School to Acting
Hi, I am Charlie. I run the 'Actors Starting Out' group here on Samwell. Part of my plans for the group ...

Vulnerability as a Performer – Preparing for intimate scenes
In this first of 2 webinars with renowned Intimacy Coordinator, Vanessa Coffey, Helen and Vanessa discusses the demands on performers ...

An interview with Lucy Sheen
In this podcast, Helen talks to Lucy about her route into the Industry, the realities of choosing a career as ...

Copyright, Contracts & Joke Theft
Comedian Rachel Baker chats with Barrister Francis McEntegart about comedian performer rights, contracts, copyright and joke theft ...

Body Image Tips
Just because you work in an industry that reinforces society’s impossible beauty standards, it doesn’t mean that you can’t be ...

Bullying and Harassment in the Performing Arts Industries (Part 2)
In this second article on the subject, Helen Jeffery explores what performers can do to tackle ‘Bullying’ and ‘Harassment’ and ...

An introduction to Jeannie’s Coping with Rejection Masterclass
In this short podcast, Helen chats with actor and certified life coach, Jeannie Dickinson about her forthcoming masterclass series for ...

How to Run a Learning or Support Based Peer Group
This course is for anyone wanting to find out how to set up and run a SUPPORT or LEARNING based ...

How to Run a Social or Activity Based Peer Group
This course is for anyone wanting to find out how to set up and run a SOCIAL or ACTIVITY based ...

An Introduction to Samwell Peer Groups
In this video, Helen explains the difference between social, activity, support and learning based peer groups ...

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- Imposter Syndrome
- Building Resilience
- Bullying and Harassment
- Balancing Career & Relationships