This is Lily Kerhoas In this episode we dive into the inspiring journey of Lily Kerhoas, a talented singer and actress who has graced stages in some of the most iconic roles such as Cosette in 'Les Miserables' and Christine in 'Phantom of the Opera'. From her early days in Paris with a musical family background, to overcoming personal and professional challenges, and ultimately finding her place on the West End, Lily shares her story of determination, perseverance, and passion for theatre. Don't miss her insights on career decisions, dealing with performance anxiety, and the importance of staying true to one's dreams. 🎧 Chapters & Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to The Five Minute Call 00:06 Meet Lily Kerhoas 00:53 Lili's Early Life and Musical Beginnings 02:37 The Turning Point: Billy Elliot 03:28 Training and Determination 07:01 Challenges and Growth 15:52 First Professional Experiences 18:09 Journey to London and Drama School 21:08 Royal Academy of Music and Beyond 25:27 Landing the Role in Les Miserables 28:01 First Day of Rehearsal 30:30 Navigating the Industry and Personal Growth 33:45 Facing the Dream: Opening Night Reflections 35:16 Balancing Work and Validation 37:14 The Impact of COVID: Career Setbacks and Resilience 39:03 Fighting for Roles: The Struggles and Triumphs 44:34 Choosing Career Over Personal Life 48:24 Landing the Role of Christine 53:25 Performance Anxiety and Personal Challenges 01:05:12 The Relevance of Theatre Today 01:10:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ❤️ Support The Show Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and ring the bell for notifications! Your support helps us bring you more amazing stories from the theatre world. And you can listen to more episodes on your favourite podcasting platform. Links at: https://linkin.bio/fiveminutecall 🤝 Connect With Us Follow us on social media - search "Five Minute Call" https://www.instagram.com/FiveMinuteCall https://www.tiktok.com/@yourfiveminutecall Oren: https://www.instagram.com/OrenBoder https://www.orenboder.com Claire: https://www.instagram.com/showminds https://www.showminds.co Lily https://www.instagram.com/lilykerhoas/ ☕️ Vocalitea This episode is kindly sponsored by Vocalitea, the secret to vocal clarity in a cup. Vocalitea is more than just a beverage; it's a holistic approach to vocal care. Developed by award-winning voice experts and master tea blenders, each ingredient has been carefully selected to help you soothe and take care of your voice. Get yours at: https://vocalitea.co.uk 🎗️Get Help 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. In the first instance, helplines: Samaritans - 116 123 (24/7 phone service) Shout - 85258 (all ages 24/7 texting service) If you work in the theatre industry here are some organisations who can help you to find the right help: https://www.applauseforthought.com https://www.industryminds.co.uk https://www.mind.org.uk