A real life Billy Elliot - West End Star Ben Forster's Journey on Overcoming Adversity and Transformation

Nov 25, 2025

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Ben Forster’s life reads like the plot of a musical. From his humble beginnings in a working-class Sunderland estate with big dreams of the stage, to winning Andrew Lloyd Webber's Superstar and headlining iconic shows including Jesus Christ Superstar, The Phantom of the Opera, and Elf the Musical, Ben has proven that resilience and determination can lead to extraordinary success.

In this episode, Ben shares his personal story of triumph over adversity, including a devastating on-stage accident that left him with a broken back and leg. He opens up about the challenges he faced during his recovery, the impact on his mental health, and how he fought to reclaim his career.

Now living in the picturesque Lake District, Ben and his partner Paul have transformed a historic country manor into one of the UK's most prestigious holiday homes, hosting some of the UK’s biggest names in showbiz.

Join us as Ben reflects on his journey, the importance of community, the joy of singing, the unexpected paths that life can take and the resilience it takes to get there.

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