Dance Arena Ep. 8. – Where I Ended Up in the Debate on Dance Competitions
Since my youth, I have struggled with the idea of formal competition in artistic disciplines. I have gone through phases
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Advice
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E. Clayton Cornelious: From Performer to Producer
In the vibrant and multifaceted world of Broadway, performers often see a future for themselves beyond just being onstage. It
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Power vs Service: Leadership in Stage Management
Leadership, at least in the modern Western imagination, is often portrayed as forceful, even militant, stern, and decisive. The “leader
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Aligning Professional Paths With Our Values
Working in an unpredictable industry and an unstable economy can sometimes mean that we say “yes” to every job and
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What Are You Doing to Be A (insert role here) Today?
I’ve always found there’s something appealing about doing work that has a clear and fast result. Cleaning: starts dirty, ends
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So What is Up with India and The Oscars?
It does not matter how much we grow in our strength, technological power, policies, humanity, or art and entertainment, India
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Dance Arena Ep. 7. – It’s Not About You
“My creation, my vision, my message, and I will not change any part of my artistic vision for anyone.” There
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The Key to Effective Stage Management Leadership
As a stage manager, our role extends far beyond cueing performers and coordinating technical aspects of a production. At its
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Recording Acoustic Music in an Ambient Space
India Hooi While many genres of music are customarily recorded in a studio, with overdubbing and flexible acoustics (vocal booths,
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Dance Arena Ep. 6. – Humility and Mastery: You’re Not What You Say You Are
“Hi, my name is X, and I’m a dancer, teacher, and choreographer.” With the economy and inflation as it is,
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Environmentally Friendly Theatre: Why Be Green?
Why be green? There are many reasons for pursuing environmentally sensitive policies and programs. The many environmental benefits of such
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Audio Mixing: Prepping With Intention
Sage Tichenor Last month I took a brief look into some routines I’ve developed that help me feel centered to
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The Power of Finding Your Voice
Michelle Sciarrotta I recently stumbled across an interesting podcast episode about the power of finding your voice, featuring world-renowned vocal
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Want to Work on a Cruise Ship? Insights from an Entertainment Technician
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work as an Entertainment Technician aboard a big name cruise
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Dance Arena Ep. 5. – The Secret to Auditioning
We live in a world where everyone has advice to give, and where the occasional “Audition Tips” article pops up every now and again giving people the “Do’s and Don’ts” of auditioning, “Audition Secrets”, “How To”, “Top Ten Audition Mistakes”… I’ve seen articles warning against being “too needy”, asking too many questions, not chewing gum, not talking out of line, not eating and drinking during the audition, waiting your turn to go across the floor…you’ve read some of them, I’m sure.
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Lisa Hopkins – Certified Professional Life Coach: “We all have a certain amount of energy; it’s how you use it that matters.” (StageLync Podcast Ep.5)
Lisa Hopkins is an award winning communicator and ICF Certified Professional Life Coach, CORE Performance Dynamics Specialist and Energy Leadership Master
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Entertainment Law: Advice for Artists by Santiago Sanmiguel
I sat down with Santiago Sanmiguel to chat about Entertainment Law. He is a man of many talents, which I
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How Do Actors Survive Financially?
Face it! Not much vamping needed here, friends…this is the million dollar (or far less dollar) question. How do actors survive financially? When our peers look down the barrel of their future lives and ask “How am I going to survive?” Either one or two things happen.
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Mental Health: Stage Managing Myself to Sanity on a Cruise Ship
Pammy writes about how she makes space for mental health breaks and ways to prioritize your mental health while working
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Tell Congress to Support the NEA – Circuspreneur Podcast Ep.79
On this episode of the Circuspreneur Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto discusses the historic efforts of the Circus Arts Guild of
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Mastering Empathy: Effective Leadership for Stage Managers
In today’s fast-paced entertainment environment, the most effective leaders aren’t just strong decision-makers—they’re also empathic. Empathy in leadership isn’t merely a nice-to-have quality; it’s a crucial component that fosters trust, boosts team morale, and drives organizational success. I’m exploring why empathy is vital for leadership, how it can enhance team dynamics, and practical steps to cultivate this essential trait. Whether you’re an aspiring or a seasoned stage manager, understanding and applying empathy in your leadership approach can transform your team and elevate your impact.
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