# 026: 'Finding Voice and Movement: Brandon Lee Sears on Authenticity in Musical Theatre'

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Podcast: [The Shapes in Motion Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-shapes-in-motion-podcast-7102635)
Published: 2025-10-08T07:30:41+00:00
Episode link: https://www.shapesinmotion.com/episodes/023/finding-voice-and-movement-brandon-lee-sears-on-authenticity-in-musical-theatre
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Duration seconds: 3460

## Resource

In this episode of The Shapes in Motion Podcast , Sarah Perry speaks with performer Brandon Lee Sears about his artistic journey, from early opera training to discovering dance and building a dynamic career in musical theatre. Brandon reflects on what it truly means to find one’s voice, both as a singer and as an artist with something to say. The conversation explores authenticity, creative fulfilment, and the courage it takes to speak up, collaborate, and stay true to one’s artistry in a demanding industry. He also shares insights into the challenges and triumphs along the way, offering valuable advice for emerging performers. Brandon’s stage credits include The Devil Wears Prada at the Dominion Theatre, Dreamgirls , Shrek the Musical , Motown the Musical , On the Town at Regent’s Park, and Passing Strange at the Young Vic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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