Ruthie Henshall is a leading star of musical theatre who has played lead roles in many hit musicals including Chicago, Oliver!, The Woman in White, Cats, and Les Misérables. Daniel Bowling is a music supervisor and music director for Cameron Mackintosh Ltd, and has worked on The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, Miss Saigon, Cats, Mary Poppins and Avenue Q.
'A god-send... I wish this book had been around when I was at drama school - it actually gives you great advice on what to do and the attitude to take if you want to make it in this glamorous business known as show... an excellent read from cover to cover' * Musical Theatre Review * 'A comprehensive and cogent insight into the world [Ruthie Henshall] knows inside out... The book intersperses cautionary tales from her illustrious career with invaluable advice on training, auditioning and how to conduct yourself in rehearsals once you've landed the job. After more than 25 years' experience on both sides of the Atlantic, Henshall very evidently knows what she is talking about' * The Stage * 'A must for fans and aspiring performers alike' * broadwayworld.com * 'Helpful and informative' * British Theatre Guide *