Al Shindagah

FEATURE 18 | Al Shindagah | Issue 137 ow many hours of training do the La Perle artists need need per week? The artists train for around 40 hours a week in a range of locations including during rehearsals in the theatre and in the gym, training and toning their bodies to be in the right condition for the show. How many hours’ sleep do they require? Artists are recommended to get at least eight hours of sleep per night. Their days are both physically and emotionally demanding – they need to ensure they feel rested and alert before they can come to the theatre. What teams of people do they have around them? I have a team of three people who are dedicated to the wellbeing of the artists. From physiotherapy to acupressure and nutrition, the Performers’ Wellness Department handle it all. What do the artists eat? The cast eat a well-balanced, protein rich meal, that helps build and repair muscles quickly. We work closely with the artists, recommending the right foods for them, tailoring meal plans. The cast of La Perle has to be in tip-top shape to be able to perform in such a physically demanding show. Joanna Andrews asked Pierric Morel, La Perle’s Operations Head of Performer Wellness, how he ensures that the artists are at their optimum fitness level. H ptimal fitness