03.02. Neil Bastian — How I Wrote a Musical

In this inspiring episode of the Sisu Sisters Podcast, we sat down with Neil Bastian, the writer and composer behind The Rise and Fall of Vinnie and Paul — a powerful new musical about the friendship between Vincent van Gogh and Paul Gauguin.

Neil shares how a spontaneous James Bond songwriting experiment unexpectedly sparked his career in musical theatre, what it really takes to get a new show on stage, and how persistence, creativity and community all play a part in making art happen.

From crowdfunding and open mic nights to learning the craft of storytelling through song, Neil’s journey is full of honesty, humour and inspiration for anyone chasing a creative dream.

🎧 Join us for this episode — and get inspired to take your own leap of faith!