Cassius Hackforth: New Beginnings

After finishing in the final 12 for SSSPOTY (Stephen Sondheim Society Performer of the Year) awards, Cassius Hackforth has continued to make a name for himself within the industry. Shortly after the performing at the final, Cassius was announced to be joining the company for the Charing Cross Theatre's production of From Here to Eternity. It was here where he was reunited with SSSPOTY winner Desmonda Cathabel and he got to make his professional West End debut. Earlier this year, Cassius also joined headed to Guildford to play Peter in the premiere production of Alex Parker and Katie Lam's The Railway Children. In both shows, Cassius demonstrated an enthusiasm and determination to succeed in an industry which can be very unpredictable. Indeed, he charmingly admits to regularly writing to writers, directors and producers to express his desire for work.

In one of his first ever interviews, Cassius Hackforth sat down to reflect on his recent successes - making his West End debut and being competing as a finalist at SSSPOTY. He revealed his love for screen work too having recently completed work on a  short film: Move On Up and getting to play speaking role in the upcoming Indiana Jones film. We also get to hear Cassius open up about his struggles too - namely his battle with anorexia and admitting the difficulties of gaining work in the industry. After receiving an eating disorder diagnosis during his training at Trinity Laban, he sought treatment and bravely came forward about his experience hoping to inspire more people to come forward about their struggles. There's something quite remarkable about Cassius' love for performing and we are sure there'll be further opportunities to watch him on stage or on screen going forwards.