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The Shapes in Motion Podcast

The Shapes in Motion Podcast

By: Sarah Perry
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 Are you an actor, mover, maker or creative, who has a passion for movement and performance? Are you in need of some creative inspiration and insights from the industry?

If you tell a story through movement, whatever the shape or form then you are in the right place. We are ready to share with you a range of inspiring and insightful conversations from some of the best loved movers and makers in our field.

We will chat with actors, movers, dancers, choreographers, directors, and many other like minded creatives all sharing their expertise, inspirations, creative processes, creative challenges, insights, career highs, and lows and so much more.

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Episodes
  • 018: 'Theo Clinkard on Dance and Identity through play and performance'

    018: 'Theo Clinkard on Dance and Identity through play and performance'
    Jun 18 2025

    In this episode of The Shapes in Motion Podcast, Stephen Moynihan speaks with acclaimed choreographer and performer Theo Clinkard about his journey from Cornwall to an international career in dance. Theo reflects on how boarding school shaped his identity, how grief became a catalyst for creating his own work, and the role of authenticity, play, and queerness in his artistic practice.

    They explore the challenges facing emerging artists, the importance of mentorship, and the value of local, sustainable creativity outside major cities. Theo also shares insights into his design-led approach to performance and his commitment to creating inclusive, expressive spaces for artists. With a career spanning dance, film, opera, and theatre, Theo has worked with renowned UK choreographers including Matthew Bourne, Wayne McGregor, Siobhan Davies, and Lea Anderson, and more recently brought his expertise to screen as Movement Director on Good Luck to You, Leo Grande (starring Emma Thompson) and Jimpa (starring Olivia Colman and John Lithgow).

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    52 mins
  • 017: 'Ingrid Mackinnon on Dance, Direction and Diverse Voices'

    017: 'Ingrid Mackinnon on Dance, Direction and Diverse Voices'
    Jun 4 2025
    In this episode of the Shapes in Motion podcast, host Stephen Moynihan speaks with Ingrid MacKinnon about her journey from growing up in Canada to becoming a movement director in the UK. They discuss the impact of representation in dance, the cultural differences between North American and UK dance scenes, and Ingrid's transition from performance to choreography and movement direction. Ingrid shares her experiences in dance education, the importance of kinesiology, and how she articulates her ideas in collaborative spaces. In this conversation, Ingrid MacKinnon discusses her journey as a movement director and intimacy professional, emphasising the importance of collaboration, joy in the creative process, and the evolving recognition of movement directors in the industry. She highlights the need for greater visibility and understanding of the role, as well as the challenges faced by performers, particularly parents, in balancing their careers with family life. Ingrid shares her aspirations for the future, including working on projects that represent diverse stories and voices.

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    48 mins
  • 016: 'From Page to Performance: Literature’s Role in Movement and Acting'

    016: 'From Page to Performance: Literature’s Role in Movement and Acting'
    May 21 2025
    In this episode of the Shapes in Motion podcast, Sarah Perry and Stephen Moynihan explore the rich relationship between literature and movement. They share how books influence their creative practices as movement directors and creatives, the role of reading in script analysis and character development, and the joy of discovering inspiration in bookshops. From historical context to the psychology of movement, this conversation reveals how words shape performance, storytelling, and the artistic process.

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    46 mins
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