Teaching Artists: Creative Conversations with Arts Educators
Real conversations. Shared philosophies. Elevating the practice of arts educators everywhere.
How do the best in the business build their teaching practice? A podcast led by Jamie Mackay from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, this series sits down with established arts educators and asks them all the exact same questions. The result? A fascinating, comparative look at the philosophies, values, and ideas shaping today's studios and classrooms. Whether you are a veteran teacher or just starting out, these conversations are your blueprint for growth and a masterclass in educational practice.
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Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
Jo Turbitt from the College Development Network joins Jamie this week.
Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
Educator Chris Pendergast joins Jamie Mackay on this week's episode of the Arts Educator Interviews
Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
Eric Booth is a founding leader of the global field of teaching artistry, a wide and fast-evolving field that combines artistry with pedagogical creativity. For over forty-five years, Eric has guided teaching artists and arts organizations in what he calls “the ancient, underutilized power” of activating artistry in individuals and communities to simultaneously create beauty, engagement, and progressive social change.
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Jude is an art teacher in a secondary school. Jude has a particular interest in how creativity can be taught.
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Gemma is a Royal Academy of Dance and Rambert grades dance teacher with her own private dance company. Gemma has a particular interest in the degree to which dance education prepares dancers for employment after their career as professional dancers.
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Clare is the sound lecturer on the BA Production Technology and Management course at RCS, and her background is in theatre sound. Clare has a particular interest in the development of creativity in theatre sound.
Tuesday Nov 25, 2025
Tuesday Nov 25, 2025
Ros Maddison is Head of Production at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS). She has been leading the production department since 2002. Having graduated from RSAMD and Glasgow University in the 1980s, Ros’ professional theatre career began in stage management, working and touring extensively throughout Scotland and beyond as a freelance Stage and Production Manager.