With our video interview series called 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark, we share professional development tools around the concepts of coaching, casting and career with our PRO Subscribers. Stacy Clark is the host of this exciting new video interview series which will provide a deep dive into the world of elite athletes and performers while tying in the practical tools she provides with her holistic approach to coaching. Stacy has years of experience in the industry working with artists and industry leaders from around the world and her work has been instrumental in shaping the contemporary circus landscape.

In episode 4, I chat with London-born coach and educator Adrian Porter. A former national squad gymnast, circus performer and Cirque du Soleil head coach, today Adrian is head of higher education at the National Centre for Circus Arts in Hoxton.  Adrian is a FEDEC Board member who sits on the Human Resources and Ethics Committee. He is establishing a Research and Ethics committee at the NCCA whose aim is to drive the next stage of circus and performing arts research. 

All photos provided courtesy of Adrian Porter.

Stacy Clark

CEO of CircusTalk, Casting Director, Career Coach -Canada

Stacy is a seasoned professional in the circus and performing arts industry. A former gymnast and circus artist, Stacy worked in marketing and communications before leaving it all behind to perform and teach circus worldwide on stage, at festivals, and on screen. Today she is a freelance casting director, career coach, and artistic advisor. In 2021, Stacy joined the small and dynamic team at the international online platform CircusTalk as CEO. Previously, Stacy was a talent scout and then the Director of Casting at Cirque du Soleil.

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