Zirkus Charles Knie – With Water Circus to New Success
Who can resist the magic of a big top, erected here today and there tomorrow, becoming a place of wonder
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Opinion
Explore thought-provoking opinion pieces on performing arts at StageLync. Read diverse perspectives and insights on live performances, industry trends, and artistic expression. Engage with the performing arts community through compelling articles.
Embracing Imperfection: Messy Can Be Beautiful
Today’s episode is a little different. I’m sharing a chapter in progress from my upcoming book. I Get To the
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What We Practice We Become
I’ve been in a lot of rooms where people are pretending not to feel anything. Meetings, rehearsals, backstage, in the
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You Should Be Able to Be a Child in the Circus
“In the circus you can be a child again,” it is often said. Less well-meaning people assume that the circus
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Between Past and Future of Schiller Opera
This article is part of the “Inter-magazine Circus Festival” project that is a collaboration between the Université Libre de Bruxelles
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Managing Personalities in Live Entertainment
Live entertainment is a mosaic of diverse personalities, each bringing unique strengths and challenges to the table. Whether you’re leading
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Maria Callas: Industry Pros Weigh in on Angelina Jolie’s Portrayal
Maria Callas, or best known across the European continent as “La Divina”, has recently been portrayed by the famous American
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Once Again the Broadway League Is Out of Touch With the Theater Community
The ritual of dimming lights on Broadway to honor deceased artists has long been seen as a sacred tradition, a
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What Stage Management Teaches Us About Guiding Teams
As stage managers, we work behind the scenes, ensuring that everything runs smoothly while the spotlight shines elsewhere. What many
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Art in Times of Extremes
Antonin Artaud’s work was defined by his endeavour to produce work in which audiences found themselves under the same emotional
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Community Theatres May Not Last: How You Can Support
Community theatres may not last and it breaks my heart to say that. As someone who frequently visited and got
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The Art of Saying Goodbye: How Contract Work Shapes The Self and Relationships
I’m incredibly good at goodbyes. Sometimes I wonder what my friends, family, or new people in my life think about
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Theatre Was a Mistake
Theatre was always at odds with my passion—music. I wanted the stage, but only with my guitar in hand. The
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Witches On Stage
For most people, the last day of October is the only time where they dress up and put on a
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Gender Neutral Terms in Theatre
Throughout history in the performing arts, everything has had a label. This is essential both on stage and backstage for
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My Top 5 Stage Managers: In Celebration of International SM Day
Happy International Stage Manager Day! I have been reflecting lately on the wonderful Stage Managers that I have worked with
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Maintaining Sonic Expectations From Clubs to Stadiums
Sage Tichenor With each tour I’ve been a part of, a few checklist items help me be successful at FOH
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Caribbean Theater Series- Part 1: Cultural Heritage and Storytelling Traditions
Caribbean theater is more than just a form of entertainment; it is a living repository of the region’s cultural heritage.
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The Lone Caribbean Creative: Navigating the Global Arts Scene as a Party of One
I remember it vividly: the 2019 Prague Quadrennial, the world’s largest and most prestigious event dedicated to performance design, scenography,
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How to Make an Awesome Audio Rider
An audio rider is essential to every gig. There can be a lot of confusion over what it should entail
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Olympic Ceremonies Need Chairs And It’s Someone’s Job
If you are backstage in a theatre it’s probably been there since the theatre opened and most likely doesn’t match
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