Shape I’m In: Jacinta Whyte

ACTRESS and singer, Jacinta Whyte, says there is not enough work in Ireland for young people to build a career in musical theatre. 

“There have been great Irish productions, but, sadly, not enough of them to make a living. Youngsters need to make the move to London, if they want to have a full-time professional career in musicals. In Britain, there’s the West End, touring productions and repertory theatre.

“The talent showcased on RTE’s Fame The Musical (2010) was fabulous. Sarah O’Connor and Jessica Cervi are now in London, in The Commitments. Many other from the series are either at drama school or now pursuing a career in theatre, having made the move to London.”