When I first stepped into the world of live events after years in theatre, I thought I knew exactly what to expect. Cueing a show? Done it a hundred times. Navigating pre-production? No problem. Leading rehearsals and managing talent? All in a day’s work. A headset is a headset, right? Not quite. Some lessons don’t

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Welcome to a special encore presentation of the StageLync Podcast! Veteran creator and artistic leader Richard Dagenais shares his journey from ballet dancer to senior roles at Cirque du Soleil and now Vice President of Creation at Cirque Éloize. With over 35 years in live entertainment, Richard talks about building a post-performance career, the balance

Welcome to a special encore presentation of the StageLync Podcast! Marketing strategist Andy Levy shares insights from a career spanning Cirque du Soleil, Franco Dragone, and Two Bit Circus. From selling “emotional products” to navigating TikTok trends, Andy unpacks how arts organizations can stand out, adapt to shifting platforms, and create lasting audience connections—even on

Manchester is the official Guest City for La Mercè 2025, Barcelona’s biggest annual festival, in a  landmark cultural collaboration that brings two powerhouse cities together in a spectacular  celebration of outdoor performance, diversity, and artistic innovation.  Curated and produced by Manchester-based international outdoor arts organisation XTRAX, in  collaboration with Without Walls, Manchester at La Mercè

Popcorn Group, a film, television and theatre production company founded by filmmaker Charlotte Colbert, has once again joined forces with ten renowned Edinburgh theatre venues to spotlight the best new writing at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Edinburgh Fringe-goers are in for a treat as the highly anticipated shortlist for the 2025 Popcorn Writing Award