Part I of our two part conversation with Raphael Wong, Opera and Musical Theatre performer who has just finished a run in The Phantom of The Opera at the Sydney Opera House. Raphael is a performer, but also a teacher, a mentor and a family man. Join us for a conversation about the highs and lows of performance, facing rejection and the changing face of Opera in our post-Covid world.

This conversation focuses on Raphael's triumphs in one of the most brutal industries in the creative world, as well as the many setbacks and lessons he has taken from his many years as a singer and performer across Australia and beyond. We delve into mental health, the state of live theatre, education and how important it is to be in the moment, but how hard it can be to stay there when you are always on your toes contemplating your next role.

Tune in next Tuesday for part II of our conversation - and be sure to like and subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or other podcast platforms and on Instagram!

Produced and edited by William Balme.

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