The Journey of Theatre Company Manager Katy Bryant | The Five Minute Call Podcast

This is Katy Bryant.

In this episode, we have the pleasure to chat with Katy Bryant, who has worked on over 30 shows, including Hamilton, Mary Poppins, and Les Misérables as a Company Manager. Katie shares her journey into the industry, the challenges she faced, and how she focuses on creating a positive environment in theater. We also touch on her experiences with mental health initiatives in the theatrical world post-pandemic and how she balances her professional and personal life. Tune in for an insightful conversation with one of theatre's behind-the-scenes heroes.

🎧 Chapters & Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:06 Meet Katy Bryant
03:01 Katy's Early Career and Education
07:50 First Steps in Stage Management
10:08 Breaking into the Industry
11:42 The Role of a Company Manager
21:56 Transition to Production
31:41 First Company Manager Position
36:19 Reflecting on Career Decisions
36:47 Busy Years at the Queen's Theatre
37:11 Personal Challenges
38:45 Involvement in the Olympics
40:57 Handling Disappointments and Delivering Bad News
43:39 The Importance of Fairness and Communication
48:14 Post-Pandemic Changes in Theatre Management
51:58 The Role of Mental Health in the Industry
53:11 Returning to Work and New Initiatives
01:06:27 The Five Minute Call and Daily Challenges
01:08:43 Heroes and Inspirations
01:10:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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If you have been or are currently affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, here are some resources you might find useful.

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