TEEN’S MENTOR
Broadway has come calling for a talented teenage performer from Cambuslang.
Former Trinity High pupil Max Gibson was mentored by celebrated Broadway composer Jonathan Reid Gealt when he recently visited The MGA Academy of Performing Arts in Edinburgh where Max is studying.
The composer – whose songs have been performed as part of shows in sold-out venues across the world – worked with Max during a holiday in Scotland.
Max, 18, is busy studying for a musical theatre diploma and grew up performing in shows with the Stagecoach group in East Kilbride,
He told the Reformer: “Having the opportunity to learn from someone like Jonathan Reid Gealt was amazing as he is so experienced.
“It was really interesting to learn tips and tricks from someone who works in New York.
“I decided to sing a song called Beautiful Reason from the musical Godspell and Jonathan gave me some really helpful advice on how to put more emotion into my performance.”
Max went on to say: “I’ve been performing since I was a little boy and decided to audition for a full-time place at The MGA Academy after hearing about it online.
“When I received my acceptance letter, I was ecstatic and, since starting the course, there hasn’t been a day where I haven’t learned something new.”
And ambitious Max admitted he already has one eye on his future in the entertainment industry.
“When I finish my training here I’d like to gain employment as a performer on a cruise ship or be cast in a touring musical”, he added.
“I can’t think of anything better than travelling the world whilst doing what I love.”
As well as being a celebrated composer, New York-based Jonathan Reid Gealt is also a renowned performer, and he was