Sound, Memory, and Festival Season
I love the transition into the warmer months, and changing out heavy coats and boots for jackets and flip-flops is
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Spotlight
What does it take to be in the spotlight in live performing arts? On StageLync, delve into an array of articles and news that showcase standout performances, in-depth interviews, and behind-the-scenes stories. Our spotlight content highlights the talent, creativity, and dedication that define the performing arts. Discover the extraordinary moments and individuals who captivate audiences and shape the world of live performance.
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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Time to Shine – Stage Lighting in Circus
Circus, in all its forms, is an art that combines various elements. A show only unfolds its full potential when
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Isabella Byrd: Designer Pay & Transparency
In Episode 187 of the Artistic Finance podcast, lighting designer Isabella Byrd returns for an in-depth one-on-one conversation with host
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Milla Koistinen: The Individual, the Group, and Questions of Endurance
Milla Koistinen draws from the world of sport in her new performance series exploring endurance. The series continues Koistinen’s thinking
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Zirkus Mond – Circus as Subculture
Passing the train tracks of the Berlin S-Bahn, along an uneven dirt road, you pass one or two graffiti-covered vehicles
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What’s Wrong and Why We Need to Redefine Professionalism
Because staying in your lane might be the thing keeping us from going anywhere meaningful. “Stay in Your Lane” Is
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The Future of Performing Arts Funding – APAP|NYC 2025
As the performing arts field navigates seismic shifts in its ecosystem—audience behaviors, economic conditions, labor models, and technological disruption—funders and
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Approaching Involvement: Today’s Threat on the Arts
At this moment, many of us find ourselves living in states of uncertainty about the future of our industry, insecurity
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Oliver Butler: Living and Thriving Wage for Theatre Directors
In this episode of Artistic Finance, host Ethan interviews theater director Oliver Butler about the state of pay for theater
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After the Curtain Falls: Show Closures on Broadway
January is notoriously brutal for Broadway. The holidays end, ticket sales dip, and one by one, shows pack up their
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Audience Alchemy Unlocks Behavioral Science in the Arts
Behavioral science is all around us. When Spotify and Netflix use phrases like “Most Popular” or “Trending Now” to nudge
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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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Why Ethical Leadership Matters in Entertainment
Ethical leadership isn’t just about making the “right” choices—it’s about building trust, fostering respect, and creating an environment where people
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Tips for Applying to International Work
In edition of Half-Hour, I discuss formatting tips to include in your resume when applying for international work. These can
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What Does ‘Making It’ Even Mean and Why Is It So Hard to Do?
At times, succeeding as an artist can feel like scaling a mountain with no clear summit. Whether you’re just starting
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Working At and Leaving a Toxic Work Environment
I asked my friend Helen Moreau, who has written for Half-Hour before, to write another article, and when we were
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Gratitude, Growth, and Vision for StageLync
As we near the end of 2024, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude to our members
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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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