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WORK BACKSTAGE IN A THEATRE

There’s nothing quite like live theatre. And there are few musicals more magical than Disney’s Frozen. Helen Burgess-Shaw, 44, is part of a top team who bring sparkle and shine to every performance.

How did you get into your career?

Growing up, I loved the theatre. As a teen, I enjoyed amateur dramatics, so when I finished school I did a BTEC in performing arts – but I soon realised I preferred being backstage. Aged 19, I got my first job as a wig assistant at the Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester. I’ve gone on to work in wigs, hair and, , and.

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