Scottish Ballet's Half Hour Call

Breaking with tradition in theatre is a tradition in itself.

In this episode, we explore the creative potential in adapting traditionally gendered roles, as Scottish Ballet's Director of Partnerships, Kirsten Cockburn, is joined by actor and creative, Maggie Bain, alongside Scottish Ballet CEO and Artistic Director, Christopher Hampson.

How can activities like dance support healthcare?

In this episode we explore social prescribing with Scottish Ballet's Senior Dance Health Manager Lisa Sinclair, who is joined by Consultant in Emergency Medicine Dr Dave Caesar, and Assistant Director of Alliance Scotland, Roseann Logan.

The term ‘social prescribing’ is used to describe a service in which people can access a range of non-medical services and activities to improve their mental health and wellbeing. We’ll find out how this model can improve overall health across the board.

In episode two of our two-part special, we discuss attitudes and misconceptions around periods, as Olympic swimmer Hannah Miley joins Scottish Ballet Principal Marge Hendrick, hosted Scottish Ballet’s Head of Performance Medicine Martin Lanfear.

In episode one of our two-part special, we learn about the menstrual cycle and the impact of missing periods. Scottish Ballet Soloist Melissa Polson joins Sports & Dance Endocrinologist, Dr Nicky Keay, hosted by Scottish Ballet’s Head of Performance Medicine Martin Lanfear.

Please note: this episode contains conversations about eating disorders and mental health. If you are concerned about your mental health visit mentalhealth.org.uk or smah.org.uk or call your local emergency services in a crisis.

It’s no secret that ballet has its fair share of issues with body image. How do we bring about meaningful change in the industry?

In this episode, Scottish Ballet CEO/Artistic Director Christopher Hampson is joined by Scottish Ballet Soloist Grace Horler, with Influencer, Content Creator and former dancer with some of America's most prestigious ballet companies, Kathryn Morgan.

Please note: this episode contains conversations about body shaming, body image and mental health. If you are concerned about your mental health visit mentalhealth.org.uk or smah.org.uk or call your local emergency services in a crisis.