Where Are All the Creative People? – Part 1
I will be honest; I hate articles about creativity and innovation. I don’t like hearing people talk about it; I don’t like reading about what one needs to change in…
Read moreI will be honest; I hate articles about creativity and innovation. I don’t like hearing people talk about it; I don’t like reading about what one needs to change in…
Read more…right now? When you were fully honoring this value, what would it look like in conversations? What would it sound like? What would you be saying, for instance, if your…
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews founder of the Wendy Hillard Gymnastics Foundation, Wendy Hillard. Wendy made history by becoming the first…
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews the founder of Voodoo Media, director of photography for documentaries, commercials, and independent films Peter Krajewski….
Read more…is for various reasons of course. Some like the hands-on experience before applying to larger roles, some like the networking and shadowing opportunities it can bring, and some like to…
Read more“Circus Cities” is a CircusTalk Original Video Series by “Think Like an Acrobat” host Shenea Stiletto. In each episode, Shenea will explore a city with a vibrant circus community by…
Read more…Tilde felt like she could do whatever she wanted. “For me it’s quite strange because for my first 15 years with Cirkör I was never feeling like I couldn’t go…
Read more…are awarded a Diploma of Circus Arts. Our curriculum includes Aerials, Acrobatics, Juggling, Conditioning, Flexibility, Physical Theatre, Dance, Circus History, Dramaturgy, and more, with a strong emphasis on artistic creation….
Read more…the world’s most significant platforms for showcasing young circus artists. YOUNG STAGE has remained true to its original mission of promoting contemporary circus arts in Switzerland. Much like theater and…
Read more…Consumables, like gaff tape, glow tape, dance floor tape, electrical tape (LX tape for short), and sharpies (and everyone has a favourite sharpie including me, don’t ask me why), can…
Read more…venues—like BRONKS, Centre culturel d’Uccle, Jacques Franck, Halles de Schaerbeek, Maison des Cultures | MCCS, Théâtre Marni, Théâtre Varia & Wolubilis—but also extending across the city’s tapestry with events in…
Read more…No explanation, no heads-up—just a cold, hard dose of rejection. Let me tell you, that stung. It felt like someone had punched me right in the gut. I mean, I…
Read more…Clio Consulting in 2004, becoming the go-to digital marketing resource for entertainment companies. Jenny’s stellar work has earned her recognition in the industry, working with iconic franchises like Star Wars,…
Read more…the world including gravity-defying aerial acts, mind blowing contortion, unbelievable acrobatics, hysterical comedy, dazzling dancers and much more. Fun for the entire family, DC Theater Arts said of Omnium, “this…
Read more…2024 festival promises an array of impressive performances across various venues like Schouwburgplein, Theater Rotterdam, de Doelen, and Luxor Theater. This year’s theme, ‘Powerful Women’s Circus’, aims to spotlight the…
Read more…they’re wrong. On the contrary, most are totally correct. But tips like these are so superficial and obvious that it amazes me that people legitimately decide to take the time…
Read more…breath, a single puff unseen. Ha ha! It worked like a charm, but it was met with a stony silence. I glanced sideways at the audience and saw many jaws…
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Kara Jenkins, who is currently running for Mayor of Las Vegas. If elected, Kara Jenkins would…
Read more…Conceived primarily as a recreational circus school, the facility offers a wide array of classes including flying trapeze, pole fitness, aerials, and acrobatics, plus open training for professionals. I sat…
Read more…from there! What are three things you think artists should know or consider before embarking on their own efforts to bring a show to Edinburgh? I think one of the…
Read more…are represented – from one-of-a-kind artifacts like the marquee sign to moments of cultural importance (including the debut of Jonathan Lee Iverson as the first African American Ringmaster) and to…
Read more…arts and culture nationwide, the performing arts sector finds itself in an increasingly precarious position, compelling organizations like Jacksons Lane to tap into their creativity to secure funding and turn…
Read moreHelena De Graeve is a 27-year old dancer, dance teacher and choreographer, born and raised in Zulte, Belgium. At a young age, Helena was part of the national rhythmic gymnastics…
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews the co-founders of the Circus Meets Medicine Conference Dr. Nathan Hollister and Scott McDonald. The Circus…
Read more…this year something is wrong…and a tiny unlikely hero is the only hope of saving everything. Think of it as Faerie Queen Story Hour. Written as part of her Enchanted…
Read moreSince the very first year of the Circus Arts Conservatory’s Circus Sarasota show 26 years ago (except for the interruption due to COVID-19), the CAC has offered free Community Outreach…
Read more…With a dance community that, after a world shutdown of the performing arts industry due to the COVID-19 pandemic, has finally began to embrace cloud technology, I think it is…
Read more…receive here at CircusTalk is “How do I become a circus performer?” It sounds like such a simple, straightforward question on its face, doesn’t it? Yet so often in life…
Read more…competition, blending sharp wit with first-class acrobatics and entertainment. What happens when identity becomes a commodity? And how far are we prepared to go for success? “Think of it as…
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews ADEI Consultant and Professor of Music at the University of Michigan Dr. Antonio C. Cuyler. He…
Read more…has played a pivotal role in creating BIAC. Besides BIAC and Entre2 BIAC festivals, Archaos serves as a creative hub for artists and enthusiasts alike, promoting accessibility and inclusivity in…
Read more…highlights the ever-changing environment inherent in the performing arts, presenting both challenges and inspirations. “Season two featured stories like Audrey Rose Dégez’s journey to find a new home for her…
Read more…the biggest milestones in her professional life. Sophie ran away with multiple circuses and is known for her constant positive thinking. “ATTENTION SPOTIFY LISTENERS: IF you want to WATCH this…
Read more…it are sub-professions. It’s exciting, though, because there’s so much to learn, like many circus artists. You know; you want to learn Chinese pole, you want to learn hoop diving…
Read more…that includes transport for low income earners, it’s providing childcare, it’s as well as your more traditional access services like sign language, and audio description. We really think about access…
Read moreIn this Live Like An Acrobat Podcast episode, host Shenea Stiletto interviews reigning Viva Fest ” World Circus Arts Champion” 2023 Michael Van Beek, also known as Michael Evolution. Michael…
Read moreThe 3rd Edition of AMERICAN CIRCUSFEST will be held MARCH 26-27 under Circus Vazquez’s Tent at Riders Field in Frisco, Texas, in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. American CircusFestSM is a…
Read more…awe-inspiring juggling, jaw-dropping acrobatics, and appearances from special guests from across the creative industries. Entertainment will begin as soon as guests arrive, with walk-about performances taking place both inside and…
Read moreThe Theatre Academy of Uniarts Helsinki has unveiled an e-publication that promises a fresh perspective on the history of dance. Titled “Dance Arts: Historical Perspectives and Contemporary Practices,” this comprehensive…
Read more…Owner of Chaysestar Entertainment CIC, said: “Holding open door events like this one allows us to nurture a new generation of entertainers, all while offering a fun day out for…
Read more…footsteps of her great uncle, the legendary Poodles Hanford. She not only trained elephants and horses in her teens, but also learned skills as an acrobat, aerialist, trampolinist, dancer, and…
Read more…Roly Oliver in this guide (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/blog/noise-management-for-events-ds00/). Factors like the location, time of day, length, and nature of the event, as well as how often it’s due to occur, contribute to…
Read more…in the creation of the Seasons Learner Resources—a comprehensive collection now available for school teachers and educators alike. The Seasons Learner Resources seamlessly blend creativity, movement, and nature, inviting primary…
Read moreIn this very special episode of the Live Like An Acrobat podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews U.S Presidential Democratic Candidate Jason Palmer. Palmer is an entrepreneur, impact investor, philanthropist, and…
Read more…But if the job is for a dancer, the principal required skill is still dance. It’s not acrobatics. It’s not video directing. It’s not circus. So make sure that your…
Read moreOn this special episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews U.S Presidential Democratic Candidate Marianne Williamson. Williamson is a bestselling author, political activist, spiritual thought…
Read moreBack in January, amidst the buzz of the APAP|2024 conference, the Royal Norwegian Consulate General in New York and Performing Arts Hub Norway collaborated to host their 12th annual pitch…
Read moreEn Piste, the National Circus Arts Alliance, in collaboration with the Conseil des arts de Montréal (CAM), is thrilled to announce the launch of the PROPULSION AWARD, a prestigious recognition…
Read more…experience for circus enthusiasts and historians alike. Kicking off with a special meeting with the First of Mays, the convention will commence with a lively reception at 5:00 PM on…
Read morePRO Talks are CircusTalk’s live virtual events led by industry influencers and experts focused on career-building topics. Our virtual conversations feature talent seekers from different sectors within circus and the…
Read more…— but beginner’s luck was with me and I hit one. It exploded like it had hit a windshield. Pure luck. But I took credit for it. The old rancher…
Read more…The digital landscape, spurred by the ascendancy of social media giants like Meta and TikTok, alongside streaming services such as Netflix and Disney+, underwent a rapid transformation. In this shift…
Read more…week? Stay tuned for the recording publishing here on CircusTalk.com February 19th! All photos courtesy of Valerie Thénard Béal @vtb_circus. Em Holt Burlesque Dancer, Acrobat, Community Manager – UNITED STATES…
Read moreAt 65, after retiring, a group of women started practising aerial acrobatics and dance… When thinking about the cultural hobbies of the elderly, circus or contemporary dance might not be…
Read more…to make this aspect less of a pain point? XBM: I think people should use the phone more often and get together to talk! There is so much that gets…
Read more…for mindfulness throughout the day. Meditation enhances your focus, reduces stress, sharpens your thinking, and has a host of other physical and cognitive benefits. It doesn’t have to be super…
Read more…our love affair with dance, presenting highly physical and visually unique performances that will appeal to both new and committed dance audiences alike. Following our groundbreaking 2023 season, headlined by…
Read more…on and so on…it was like Circus Speed Dating! Did we solve all of the challenges facing circus creators today? No, but the goal of creating community was met, and…
Read more…what presented the most significant challenge in artistic direction? MF: I think that the most significant achievement is a collective one: Madrid has become a consolidated circus territory thanks to…
Read more…hire via our talent database. Signing up and creating your profile is FREE! One would think that the concept of being clearly identifiable in an audition video would be obvious…
Read more…potential locations like the Abby Theater at Eagle Hill (MA). For more information on other projects included in the NEA’s grant announcement, visit arts.gov/news. You are about to enter a…
Read more…in 1968 has become a vital platform for avant-garde performances, fostering spontaneous showcases at informal venues like restaurants and theater schools. You are about to enter a members-only zone. To…
Read more…fact that I draw, the fact that I act and perform and design light, everything influences everything. Because I also act, I design light and operate it like I do,…
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat podcast, host Shenea Stiletto celebrates the fourth season of the podcast by interviewing Lobbyist Samantha Cadet. Samantha joined the University of…
Read more…is self-care. When we can think of boundaries as self-care, it feels less scary. Boundaries give us autonomy and empower us to take control over our lives and needs. Most…
Read more…“Circus Is Art.” To borrow a line from the character Don Draper in the hit TV series Mad Men: “When you don’t like what is being said, then change the…
Read moreFrom January 17 to 20, 2024, the boundaries of contemporary circus will be explored through a captivating program of circus, performance, music, dance, theatre, and talks at the ‘Smells Like…
Read moreJoin hosts Anna, Kat, and Ana for a special End of Year episode on The TheatreArtLife Podcast. They’ll be sharing personal stories, behind-the-scenes insights, reflections, and unforgettable moments from the…
Read moreMore now than ever, a performing artist’s online presence is crucial for establishing and promoting their brand. As a result, no matter what type of performer you are, having a…
Read more…handle the technical challenges–in other words, the kind that can be solved by following specific steps, like restarting a buggy computer or changing the temperature in a rehearsal room. However,…
Read morePodcast by IETM Podcast Episode Two: Latin America – January 2024 Climate Justice – Through the Creative Lens of the Performing Arts This podcast contains contributions of five Latin American…
Read moreCircostrada, the European Network for contemporary circus and outdoor arts, has released an informative resource document focusing on “Touring, Programming, and Funding Big Tops in Europe.” The guide is the…
Read more…topic in the circus and performing arts world. We don’t think this comes from a lack of care, but rather, a lack of discussion and instruction about what this looks…
Read more…Tailored for undergraduate students, the Physical Theatre Concentration presents an intriguing avenue to explore theatrical practices grounded in physicality, expressive movement, and imaginative play. Drawing inspiration from diverse disciplines like…
Read more…sector through OAUK. Outdoor Arts has the power to bring diverse communities together and inspire them with joy and wonder. I think the sector is growing in importance right now,…
Read moreIn a recent announcement, the Circus Historical Society (CHS) is delighted to share that all incumbents seeking re-election to the CHS Board of Trustees have been successfully re-elected for another…
Read more…is to modify what you can do — in effect, hide what you can do and what you really look like doing it. The diametric opposite of the whole objective…
Read moreCircusDanceFestival, in collaboration with Deutsches Tanzarchiv Köln, presents The Archive Lab—an artistic-reflexive research laboratory designed for dance and circus enthusiasts, particularly Master’s students. Set in Cologne from May 13th to…
Read more…Conservatory in New York City. DJELI FORCHION Djeli (the Artist formerly known as William) has traveled the world as an acrobat with many performing companies including Ringling Bros. and Barnum…
Read moreSteven Michelman is the founder and co-owner of Entertainment Project Services, also known as EPS and EPSsolves. Steven started EPS in 2007, providing entertainment design, engineering, project management, and technical…
Read more…well as to numerous illustrious circus venues, TV appearances, and competitions. The Bello Sisters (Acrobatic Hand Balancing): Loren, Celine, and Joline Bello are an Italian-German acrobatic trio of sisters who…
Read more…a fire performer, always have fire safeties on hand and be in control of your flame – and don’t even think of performing with fire unless you’ve done your research…
Read more…hand expectantly, “I’ve got a story! And you’re like, all right!” She waved the imaginary audience member on stage. “I think when we made the show we were very much…
Read more…that 99.9% of the showcases are independently produced by APAP members and not subject to a jury selection process, so attendees get to experience a diversity of artists like nowhere…
Read moreSo much can happen in a moment, and so much can be conveyed! With circus, the art is usually left to speak for itself, and discussions with the artists about…
Read more…a year since the Está Pasando project began. Luckily, CircusTalk gave me the opportunity to explain the original idea, which you can read here. And I say “luckily” since like…
Read moreCelebrating the upcoming New Year 2024 on the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews showbiz consultant Scot Nery, who is currently offering the Gig Entertainer Survival Kit…
Read more…Melbourne debut at Regent Theatre in 2016, like many of our shows before, Circus 1903 has enjoyed huge international success due to its broad audience appeal, high production values boasting…
Read moreThe first time I ran a soundboard from FOH for a show with acrobatics, my main concern was not to get distracted by the act and by the anxiety that…
Read more…auditions have become increasingly common, self-tapes have gained prominence. A self-tape is essentially an audition video submitted by the performer, typically following specific guidelines provided by casting directors. Unlike demo…
Read moreA lifelong fan of live music and entertainment, Jack McLean found his passion for live performance in Glasgow, Scotland, working as a local stage hand loading in and out of…
Read more…the small two-pole-tent circus into Europe’s foremost big-top entertainment organization. In the 1980s, sensing a societal shift away from animal acts, Gandey was inspired by the exceptional Chinese acrobats at…
Read more…to circus, most people immediately think of mobile tents. Touring performances and nomadic lifestyles seem to be second nature to circus artists. To most people in other professional fields, though,…
Read more…felt like confidence was an elusive magic solution that would make all my problems, anxieties and worries go away. From my experience as a coach, I now know that this…
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto celebrates the achievement of Circus Arts Recogntion by UNESCO in Chile, with President of the Chilean National…
Read more…of which liberate performers, coaches, and artists from the constraints of traditional working environments. “I’ve really benefited from online options like Zoom to offer classes and share my expertise. I’ve…
Read more…Nonetheless, the film contextualizes the show’s worldview and major characters in such a way that I would recommend it to anyone who, like myself, likes to construct a concrete story…
Read more…public can support and engage with arts organisations like ours is to get along to a show. No matter how much you think you know about No Strings Attached, or…
Read moreAlthough I already established it in the last article of this series, “Casting in the Age of the Cloud: Eponym,” I think it is a good idea to recap the…
Read moreThe Circus Ring of Fame® Foundation announced the annual awards show will take place on February 10, 2024, @ 4:30 pm. The venue will be the Circus Sarasota Big Top…
Read moreOne of the world’s leading performance companies, the Brisbane-based Circa Contemporary Circus has announced the appointment of Ann Sherry AO as the new Chair commencing in early 2024.Circa’s Artistic Director…
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