Richard Dagenais – Richard Dagenais: Creative Director: “I’m passionate about the purpose” (StageLync Podcast Ep.64)

With over 35 years of experience and success in the performing arts industry working as a creator and creative manager, Richard has been involved in creating international live shows, both in permanent and touring venues, corporate and touristic events, FEC’s and theme parks. He is well versed in leading different styles of creative processes and successfully guide teams to overcome complex challenges.

Born and raised in Montreal, Richard’s decade-long dance career with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet gave him the chance to travel the world and work with some of the best choreographers in the industry, honing his artistic skills. After 18 years working with Cirque du Soleil as head of auditions, senior artistic director and senior creative director, and a year in Dubai working on Franco Dragone’s La Perle, he joined the live entertainment leader that is Cirque Eloize as its Vice-President Creation.

 

 

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Credits for the StageLync Podcast

Host: Anna Robb 
Editor: Rose Anne Fermocil
Music: Jeremy Willi
Design: Em Holt
Production Coordinator: Roselle Bernardo
Producers: Anna Robb and Andrea Honis

Anna Robb
Producer, Founder and CEO of StageLync -HONG KONG
Anna is the Executive Producer for Our Legacy Creations, a Global Live Entertainment Company and the CEO of StageLync.com. Originally from Australia, Anna's 23 year career in live entertainment has taken her around the world. Anna has created shows in the Americas, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and in many countries across Asia. Always behind the scenes, Anna has been involved in the execution of some of the largest show creations in the world, including “The Beatles: LOVE” by Cirque du Soleil, and “The House of Dancing Water” in Macau. Anna holds a (BA) Honours degree in Design for Theatre and Television.

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Anna Robb

Anna is the Executive Producer for Our Legacy Creations, a Global Live Entertainment Company and the CEO of StageLync.com. Originally from Australia, Anna's 23 year career in live entertainment has taken her around the world. Anna has created shows in the Americas, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and in many countries across Asia. Always behind the scenes, Anna has been involved in the execution of some of the largest show creations in the world, including “The Beatles: LOVE” by Cirque du Soleil, and “The House of Dancing Water” in Macau. Anna holds a (BA) Honours degree in Design for Theatre and Television.