Hart to Harts
Hart to Harts
How has your gender impacted your life?
How has your gender impacted your life?
How has your gender impacted your life?
Wednesday 16th December 2020
Actor Erik discusses his journey as a gay, queer man in the performing arts, focusing on overcoming shame and finding authentic representation.
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11 minutes
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Empowering
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Get the buttons here!Erik's Journey: Embracing Queer Identity in the Theater World
Life for me is all about telling your story.
Ever wondered how gender and sexuality shape a career in the performing arts? Erik, a gay and queer actor, opens up about his experiences navigating the industry. From dealing with typecasting to the struggle for authentic representation, Erik's story is one of resilience and self-discovery. He talks candidly about the shame he felt and the hurdles he faced, but also the solace he found in theater.
Playing an unabashedly queer character in the national tour of 'Cabaret' was a turning point for him. Erik believes in the power of storytelling and aims to help others share their narratives. Tune in to hear his inspiring journey and his mission to represent the queer community authentically.