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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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.
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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Creativity and Self Confidence: Rewriting the Script on Stage Management
I do wonder why the term ‘creatives’ excludes the creativity of stage management. Stage management requires flexibility, diplomacy, patience, courage
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Best Practices for Inclusive Casting
While working in the Diversity & Inclusion office at Actors’ Equity Association, I had the pleasure of hearing from various
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All The Roadies Are Gone.
The corporatization of the music industry killed off more roadies than illicit drugs ever could. The word roadie used to
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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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Transform Emotional Pain: The ‘Taking It Personally’ Tip Jar Challenge
I’m willing to bet that, even if you aren’t taking something personally right now that you have held on to,
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A Director Tells: 15 Audition Tips
Auditioning can be a dreadful thing as a performer. It seems like nobody really likes them. Most people I talk
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Unsung Creatives: The Hidden Magic of Stage Management
In theatre there is a huge demarcation in perception of job roles. There are Creatives, and those regarded as the
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Backstage Stories: When It All Goes Wrong
First a little about myself – I am a theatrical costume assistant or wardrobe wench as I like to affectionately
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Revolutionizing Theater with XR: Discover the Power of Cohort and Similar Apps
Imagine transforming your theater production process with cutting-edge technology that brings your creative visions to life in ways you’ve never
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How Many Producers Does It Take to Make A Broadway Musical?
For the past ten years on average, there were 26 producer names above the title on the Tony Award for
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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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