PRO Talk: Shana Carroll on Creativity, Casting, and The 7 Fingers
Our April PRO Talk guest Shana Carroll, director, choreographer, and co-founding artistic director of The 7 Fingers, recounts her journey
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Resistance Training: Is Resistance Training Safe for Youth? Let’s Look at the Facts – Part 3.
It is a long standing myth that resistance training is inherently unsafe for kids to do. However, claims to support
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Finding Your Clown Character
If in my first article, I drew our attention to having the right attitude for performing in front of an
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Resistance Training: Myths Behind Resistance Training for the Artistic Athlete – Part 2
We already talked about how we know resistance training is beneficial for the artistic athlete. It’s not a question anymore,
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PRO Exclusive 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark–Creating Magic
With our video interview series called 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark, we share professional development
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Circus Costume Magic with Jenny Leigh Du Puis
The Designer Series is a set of articles dedicated to the people who bring color, light, architecture, ambiance, and sound
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PRO Talk: Ready? Action! (Sports) – Casting Action Sports in Circus Productions
In our second episode of PRO Talks, action sport consultant, coach, and talent scout Jean-Damien Climonet shares just what he
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Unique Residency Opportunity: New Performance Machine of Jay Gilligan & Frodo Santini
Looking to take your circus practice outside-the-box or tent this summer? Sunbury Shores Arts and Nature Centre wants to help.
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How to Clear the Obstacles to Success?
In this article, let’s examine a little more deeply that quality which is so similar to fear, but —more precisely—
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Cruise Ship Industry Awakens with New Jobs for Performers
While we in the performing arts still feel the impact of Omicron, the cruise industry is already looking ahead as
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Resistance Training: Is Resistance Training Beneficial for the Artistic Athlete? How Do We Incorporate It into Training? – Part 1
While resistance training, and specifically resistance training with weights, has become commonplace in the training regimens of many sports, it
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Courageous Conversations About Mental Health in Circus–Healthy Relationships with Substances–Addressing Addiction in Circus–PRO Exclusive
In this new video series moderated by Janelle Peters, a Licensed Social Worker, they will discuss the importance of addressing
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Finding Your Perfect Fit: Circus Costumes with Duo Rose and Gena Cristiani
Seeking your perfect circus costume? A great one helps you sell yourself and your act to talent seekers. The best
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The Basics of Periodization and How to Apply It to the Contract Performer
Periodization is the systematic organization of all aspects of an athlete’s or a team’s training for an extended period of
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PRO Exclusive: Think Like an Acrobat– Let’s Design for Ourselves: The Art of The Circus Costume With Master Costumer Nora Nikitin
As part of our CircusTalk PRO membership content, available exclusively to PRO membership subscribers, please enjoy this PRO video series
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PRO Talk: Everything You Need to Know About Festival Casting
PRO Talks are live virtual events led by industry influencers and experts, focussed on career-building topics. PRO members will gain
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CASTING AND JOB ALERT: Performing Opportunities Worldwide
Although we are still in the midst of the pandemic and many shows have unfortunately been forced to close their
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How to Make Your Circus Resume as Delicious as You Are!
First impressions are important, and more often than not, we don’t make them in person. We all know the application
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PRO Exclusive 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark–Casting from All Sides
With our video interview series called 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark, we share professional development
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Farewell 2021!–Another Strange Year for Circus
2021, we didn’t know what to expect from you. Now, here we are reflecting on another strange year. In many
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JOB ALERT ROUND UP: Circus Coaching and Teaching Positions
The CircusTalk Job Board, the fastest-growing international, online job resource for the circus, specialty act, and multidisciplinary performing arts industry, offers
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Live Like An Acrobat Podcast Ep.36: Love & Food with Founder & Creative Director of Teatro ZinZanni Norman Langill
In this special episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto discusses the love of live entertainment
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PRO EXCLUSIVE: Review, Rethink, Regenerate – Matthew Jessner’s Thought-Provoking Conversations with Industry Leaders
It’s no secret that pandemic lockdowns put the circus industry on pause– but pausing gives us time to envision something
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Pro Exclusive: Exploring Funding Platforms for the Performing Arts with Nadine Johnson & Guests
In this PRO Talk, Nadine Johnson speaks to three creatives from the circus world in the USA, a region known
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PRO Exclusive: Think Like an Acrobat– Let’s Adapt for Ourselves: The Art of the Evolving Entertainment Market in The Middle East with Event Producer Dan Bolton
As part of our CircusTalk PRO membership content, available exclusively to PRO membership subscribers, please enjoy this PRO video series
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PRO Exclusive: Think Like an Acrobat– Let’s Coordinate for Ourselves: Working in the Expansive Asian Performing Arts Industry with Entertainment Director Myla Catibayan
As part of our CircusTalk PRO membership content, available exclusively to PRO membership subscribers, please enjoy this PRO video series
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PRO Exclusive: Think Like an Acrobat– Let’s Direct for Ourselves: Masterfully Projecting Circus Into New Performance Arenas with Innovator Sebastien Stella
As part of our CircusTalk PRO membership content, available exclusively to PRO membership subscribers, please enjoy this PRO video series
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PRO Exclusive 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark–Compassionate Coaching
With our video interview series called 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark, we share professional development
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Courageous Conversations About Mental Health in Circus–Best Practices for Fostering Mental Well Being on Tour & Stage–PRO Exclusive
In this new video series moderated by Janelle Peters, a Licensed Social Worker, they will discuss the importance of addressing
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PRO Exclusive 360 Degrees: Raising Up
With our video interview series called 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark, we share professional development tools
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Think Laterally and Trust Wild Ideas: How to Use Your Circus Skills Outside of Circus
Gandini Juggling is a world-renowned juggling company that is known for its collaborations with other art forms. I interviewed founder
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The Circus Boss Podcast Episode 14: Are You Documenting Your Work?
As circus professionals we all know the importance of documenting our performances, events, and coaching sessions. But does your documentation
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PRO Exclusive: Think Like an Acrobat–Let’s Monetize for Ourselves: Mastering the Social Media Game with Marawa The Amazing
As part of our CircusTalk PRO membership content, available exclusively to PRO membership subscribers, please enjoy this PRO video series called
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The Circus Boss Podcast Episode 13: How to Say No with Janelle Dinosaurs
Saying no can be a radical act of self-preservation and a way to educate others. In a world full of
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PRO Exclusive 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark–Casting Talent for TV
With our video interview series called 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark, we share professional development tools
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The Circus Boss Podcast Episode 12: Being Your Own Boss with Rachel Bowman
What does it mean to take ownership of your career? And how do you find work-life balance? Join host Ileigh
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The Circus Boss Podcast Episode 11: Marketing Myths and Instagram Tips with Shared Culture Concepts
How can you make marketing less overwhelming? Do you really need a website? If you’ve got your logos and colors,
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PRO EXCLUSIVE – Casting Agents: Get Curious! Advice for People Behind the Table
Auditions are stressful. Everyone in the room has fingers crossed: auditioners want to be cast; casting teams want just the
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The Circus Boss Podcast Episode 10: How to Use Instagram Strategically
As a circus professional, are you getting the most out of your Instagram account? Do you have a clear intention
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What’s your Unique Value as a Performer?
Sometimes you know you are a perfect fit for a show, but how do you convince the casting director, hiring
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The Circus Boss Podcast Episode 9: How to Make Your D.R.E.A.M. Plan
Do you have a plan for your dream circus career or life? As artists, sometimes it’s easy to just dive
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Exploring the Talent Code–A Conversation with Professional Talent Trainers
In this discussion between three major players from three distinct zones of the circus arts and sport world, they explore
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360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark–Ep.4, Adrian Porter on Coaching to Autonomy, and So Much More!
With our video interview series called 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark, we share professional development tools
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The Circus Boss Podcast Episode 8: Your Relationship to Your Rates
What’s your relationship to your rates? Are you confident with the rates you set? Or do you have nagging fears
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Beyond COVID & Trump: Resuming Artist Visas, An Interview with Bill Martinez
IMPORTANT BREAKING NEWS: Two days after I completed my interview with Bill Martinez (below), the Tamizdat organization issued the following
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The Circus Boss Podcast Episode 7: How to Feel Confident with Sales
Are you a circus professional who is pitching entertainment or shows, or are you a coach who offers private lessons
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PRO Talk: How to Pitch Your Show to Presenters & Programmers
Want to delve into pitching your artistic work, discover best practices, and trade secrets to sell your show to programmers
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360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark–Ep.3, Mapping Your Career with Dustin Walston
With our new video interview series called 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark, we kick off our PRO
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Pro Exclusive: Think Like an Acrobat–Let’s Protect Ourselves: Mastering Circus Training & Coaching with Olga Pikhienko
As part of our CircusTalk PRO membership content, available exclusively to PRO membership subscribers, please enjoy this PRO video series called
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PRO Talk: Circus X YouTube: Creators Wanted
YouTube isn’t only for pranksters, beauty gurus and musicians! Artists from other performing arts genres have started to see the benefit
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Back after Interval: Tips and Techniques for Leaders, Managers and Organisations
For Leaders, Managers and Organisations Effectively preparing our teams, companies and organisations as we return to work and to work-sites
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360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark–Ep. 2, Bouncing Around with Director Zeb Hunter
With our new video interview series called 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark, we kick off our PRO
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The 3Rs with Matthew Jessner – Ep. 4: Three Decades of Commitment to Innovation with Boris Verkhovsky
“Freezing up is not an option.” … Not then. Not now. As part of our PRO Exclusive content, we introduce
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Circus Bodies: Fat Circus Bodies
I recently spoke with Amber Parker and Michael Jay Garner, two US circus professionals, about fat circus bodies. Through their
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Back After Interval: Tips and Techniques for Practitioners and Performing Arts Workers
For Practitioners and Performing Arts Workers As COVID-19 restrictions ease across Australia, many of us are beginning a gradual return
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The 3Rs with Matthew Jessner – Ep. 3: Artistic Excellence Coupled with Ethical Business with James Tanabe
As part of our PRO Exclusive content, we introduce a new series hosted by Matthew Jessner called The 3 R’s,
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360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark–Ep.1, Coaching with Sarah Poole
With our new video interview series called 360 Degrees: Circus Through a Holistic Lens with Stacy Clark, we kick off our PRO
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PRO Exclusive: Think Like An Acrobat — Let’s Work for Ourselves
As part of our CircusTalk PRO membership content, available exclusively to PRO membership subscribers, please enjoy this PRO video series called
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“Certification” Versus “Experience” for Acrobatic & Circus Riggers
I often get asked if I am a “certified circus rigger”. This question typically comes from individuals and programs looking
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The 3Rs with Matthew Jessner – Episode 2: Measured Optimism – Prudent, Still Bold
As part of our PRO Exclusive content, we introduce a new series hosted by Matthew Jessner called The 3 R’s,
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PRO Exclusive: Think Like An Acrobat–Let’s Represent Yourself–Agents of Circus
As part of our CircusTalk PRO membership content, available exclusively to PRO membership subscribers, please enjoy this PRO video series called
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Circus Bodies: Aging Circus Bodies
Aging Circus Bodies is part of a new series called Circus Bodies. The introductory article speaks to the importance of
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Creation Space for Creative Projects: 3 Tips
Finding space for your project can be a bigger challenge than you might expect. Circus projects especially tend to have
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The 3 R’s–Episode 1, Marketing in Live Entertainment and Circus Arts: Promoting Visions, Preserving Values
As part of our PRO Exclusive content, we introduce a new series hosted by Matthew Jessner called The 3 R’s,
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The Pivot: Episode 5 – Get Prepared! Demo Reels and Casting Advice With Charlie Burrows
The Pivot is an interview series created to highlight those in our industry who have learned to pivot and find
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Promoting Positive Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Circus Arts
Working in circus can be thrilling, energising and full of moments of joy and excitement. It can also be challenging,
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PRO Exclusive: Think Like An Acrobat–Dating/Relationship Advice
As part of our CircusTalk PRO membership content, available exclusively to PRO membership subscribers, please enjoy this PRO video series called
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The Pivot: Episode 4 – Let’s be Friends Helping Friends Find Work with Linda Beltran
The Pivot is an interview series created to highlight those in our industry who have learned to pivot and find
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The Pivot: Episode 3 – Can’t Stop an Artist From Being an Artist with No Stage No Problem
The Pivot is an interview series created to highlight those in our industry who have learned to pivot and find
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Network Your Way Out of Isolation & Build Your Brand
In 2020, the practice of networking was elevated in the performing arts world, as countless creators turned towards the digital
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PRO Exclusive: Think Like an Acrobat–Let’s Negotiate For Yourself–The Art of a Good Contract
As part of our CircusTalk PRO membership content, available exclusively to PRO membership subscribers, please enjoy this PRO video series called
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The Pivot: Episode 2 – Industry Crash? No – It’s Time to Create! With Lara Jacobs
The Pivot is an interview series created to highlight those in our industry who have learned to pivot and find
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Let’s Talk About Concussions
Concussions get a lot of attention in team sports like football, soccer, and rugby, but really, artistic athletes need to
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The Pivot: Episode 1–The Highs & Lows of Living through 2020: Facing Our New Normal with Chris Nobels
The Pivot is an interview series created to highlight those in our industry who have learned to pivot and find
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PRO Exclusive: Think Like an Acrobat–Let’s Resource for Yourself-Mastering Virtual Event Planning
As part of our CircusTalk PRO membership content, available exclusively to PRO membership subscribers, please enjoy this PRO video series called
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COVID-19: Reopening the National Circus School in Montreal – A Case-Study
For the National Circus School (ENC), as well as all circus schools around the world, the COVID-19 pandemic represents an
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OK, Maybe You Should Run Your Franchise Like a Circus
Recently I wrote an article called “Stop Running Your Franchise Like a Circus.” I used circus acts as metaphors for
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Aerialists in Lockdown–Advice from a Seasoned Performer
“Discovering trapeze was like finding a part of me that had been missing, it was my soul mate. The combination
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PRO Exclusive: Think Like an Acrobat–Let’s Innovate For Yourself–Mastering the Side Hustle
As part of our CircusTalk PRO membership content, available exclusively to PRO membership subscribers, we are pleased to launch our
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When a Selfie Won’t Do: How to Find the Right Circus Photographer
In our visual world, one of the best ways to promote your talents and yourself is through photography. Used properly,
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Circus Futures 12 – Contemporary Clown
Chair Debra Batton discusses the process of contemporary clown with some extraordinary practitioners from around the world. -Mooky Cornish http://mooky.eu/
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Returning to Circus and Aerial Training After COVID-19 Quarantine
Who was your pandemic circus self? Many of us found that our love for circus training had to change during
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“Being With” — How to Enhance Relationships with Your Circus Students
At The School of Acrobatics and New Circus Arts (SANCA), where I am the Director of Social Circus, we seek
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Creating an Acrobatic Design 03 – Open Panel on Final Concept
Creating an Acrobatic Design” is a panel discussion series by four students from the University of North Carolina School of
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Congratulations! You Graduated from Circus School…Now What?
Congratulations graduate! You graduated from circus school and are ready to embark on a career in circus. Perhaps you will
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Make the Transition from Circus Artist to Circus Director, Tips from Joel Baker
Joel Baker is a seasoned theater clown whose work has spanned the globe. Known for his unique brand of physical comedy,
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The Importance of Nondisclosure Agreements
Nondisclosure agreements are the essential ingredient to protecting your work as an artist. Before you have any discussion about creating,
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The Guide to A Modern Circus Artist’s (Not Always So) Digital Tool Box
There is no right and wrong in art. So much depends on the context, timing, mood and message. Compare that
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Urgent Concerns– Panel Talk: Circus Artists Respond to COVID-19
Welcome to CircusTalk’s online panel discussion series where we gather experts from around the world in the circus sector to
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Urgent Concerns-Panel Talk: Circus & Well-Being During COVID-19 Pandemic
During this discussion with our panelists, we ask important questions about the impact of the COVID-19 virus on the physical
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Where Gig Economy Workers and Freelancers can Look for Some Relief Today
In an economy stricken by a pandemic — with the demand for services across the board falling dramatically — some
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Cancelled Gigs Due to Coronavirus? Here’s What You Can Do
Many performing artists and performing arts organizations are experiencing the first wave of coronavirus-related cancellations. While fears about cash flow,
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How to Hire Artists Put Out of Work by Coronavirus Cancellations
This article offers a local solution in response to the sudden unemployment within arts/entertainment community due to COVID-19. Hopefully this
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Urgent Concerns– Panel Talk: Circus Community Responds to COVID-19
Welcome to CircusTalk’s first online panel discussion where we gathered experts from around the world in the circus sector to
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Prevention of COVID-19 Spread in Circus
As the spread of COVID-19 (also known as the coronavirus) increases, reaching every corner of the globe, the circus industry,
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Circus Students Find Good Jobs at Sea
Circus performers who have trained in this community have set sail to take their tricks around the world. “It’s been
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Is Juggling Liquid? – Obstacles and Opportunities in Artistic Research in Circus
Thoughts on practice as Research in Circus, by Robin Dale, creator and performer of “What Does Stuff Do?” Thinking it
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Promoting Your Show with Your Circus Trailer –An Interview with Lukas Stelter
In the continuation of our short series about the making of circus trailers, we spoke with the founder of Promotion
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5 Lessons I Learned Growing Up – and Then Working at– A Circus Camp
It’s rare that we get the chance to interact with the same institution from many positions. Circus Smirkus camp, the
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Piecing It Together – How a Group of Circus Performances Becomes a Festival
It’s about 2013, I’m a recent university graduate, a wide-eyed and keen emerging producer in my early twenties and listening
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