How to Become a Star on London’s West End — Josh Piterman (Interview)
Ever felt perfectionism creep into your life like a silent thief?
This conversation unpacks how the pursuit of ‘perfect’ can hold you back, and why ‘failure’ might be your best friend.
Here’s a conversation with Josh Piterman, my podcast guest this week on That One Time with Adam Metwally.
He’s a celebrated musical theatre performer. He’s starred in West Side Story, Cats, Hairspray, Phantom of the Opera, and Les Misérables.
Below are some of the key concepts we explored in the episode:
• 3 specific reasons to listen
Discover a step-by-step framework to make auditions (and interviews) feel less terrifying.
Learn why “play” could be the secret to unlocking your creativity.
Find a proven mindset shift to turn public failures into building blocks for success.
Timestamps:
00:00 The Perils of Perfectionism
02:03 From Dreams to Reality: The Journey Begins
05:56 The Importance of Repetition and Experience
12:05 Embracing Failure and Imperfection
17:52 Trusting Your Intuition and Gut Feelings
23:57 The Power of Preparation and Presence
29:54 The Role of Play in Creativity and Success
31:13 Career Choices and Personal Sacrifices
32:35 Navigating Burnout and Panic Attacks
33:02 The Fear of Public Failure
36:12 Family Struggles and Career Decisions
37:57 The Journey Back to the Stage
39:24 Rekindling Passion Through Auditions
40:15 The Impact of Mentorship and Validation
42:06 The Power of Performance and Preparation
45:17 The Phantom Experience and Self-Discovery
49:32 Understanding Wounds and Their Gifts
50:32 Healing Through Awareness and Consciousness
54:00 The Role of Persona in Identity
57:41 Transcending Roles and Finding Freedom
59:26 The Role of Play in Life
1:01:05 Navigating Social Media as an Artist
1:06:05 Life Lessons from Personal Struggles
1:12:01 Acts of Kindness and Alleviating Suffering
1:16:22 The Meaning of Life and Purpose
1:20:06 Excitement for the Future and Final Thoughts
It’s up on YouTube, Spotify, X and everywhere else.
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