On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about how the recently passed Save Our Stages act could help American circus companies, a payout to injured former Ringling Bros performers, and catch up on the latest casting details for their upcoming outdoor circus show. Later in the episode they call up Francois Girard the new Chief Operating Officer of Dragone Entertainment (House of Dancing Water, Le Reve, La Perle, etc). Francois talks about his life in business before joining the circus and what challenges the company faces coming out of the pandemic. If you enjoy today's show please share it with a friend. Happy New Year!!
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay do a deep dive into Cirque Du Soleil's current financial challenges and credit rating, and then briefly talk about Spiegelworld's new hiatus. Later in the show they call up honored circus aerialist Dolly Jacobs. They chat about Dolly's time as the featured act on both Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey and Big Apple Circus as well as her current work with Circus Arts Conservatory in Sarasota, Florida. If you enjoy today's episode please share it with a friend and have happy hanukkah!
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about the open casting call for their upcoming 2021 outdoor circus production, turnover on the board of Cirque Du Soleil, and more shows that have found ways to reopen during the pandemic. Later in the show they call up Pedro Reis, founder of Circus Arts Conservatory in Sarasota Florida and a legendary performer and aerialist in his own right. They chat about his journey from South Africa to Europe to the United States and transitioning from onstage roles to off-stage ones. If you enjoy the episode please share it with a friend. Happy Hanukkah!
On today's episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about the latest news from Las Vegas including the closure of Zumanity, a new creation from Dragone, second wave restrictions on public gatherings, and how a vaccine could affect the timeline for a return of show business. Later in the show they call up Edesia Moreno Barata, a rhythmic gymnast turned acrobatic choreographer and designer for Cirque Du Soleil. She can most recently be spotted on the popular Youtube circus competition series the CirqueLIFE Project as a judge. If you enjoy today's episode, please share it with a friend! Happy Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Day!
On today's episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about more shows reopening in Las Vegas, New York and California, as well as recent controversy between SAG and AEA unions. Later in the show they call up Laurence and Brent the co-founders of the internationally renowned social circus company Zip Zap Circus based in Capetown, South Africa. They chat about how the company was formed, what social circus offers that no other things can, and what it's like to create and work as a married couple. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and share it with a friend. Have a great week!
On today's episode Josh & Lyndsay talk about a new juggling podcast they've been enjoying, the re-opening regulations for arts venues in Florida and Nevada, and how artists are adapting to new online teaching platforms. Later in the episode they ring up Mukhtar O.S. Mukhtar, a dancer turned choreographer and stage director for Cirque Du Soleil. They chat about the path that took him up the CDS ladder, what it's like to direct large scale projects, and what might happen to Cirque Du Soleil post-coronavirus. If you enjoy the episode, please rate us on Apple Podcasts and share the episode with a friend! Have a great week!
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about how circus training is returning with new COVID safety precautions, a management shake-up at Cirque Du Soleil, a Spanish juggler breaking new world records, and Circus Smirkus's upcoming Smirkutacular. Later in the episode they call up Ryan Gray and Dawn Shepherd who Zoom in from Nova Scotia. They chat about their unique backgrounds (music and public health), their contemporary circus company Breaking Circus, and what it's like to create work in such a remote location. If you enjoy today's show please rate us on Apple Podcasts and share the show with a friend!
On today's episode, Josh and Lyndsay take a break from their maternity and paternity leave to talk about the rough news with Le Reve, Cirque Du Soleil's restructuring and PE ownership, and a government attempt to lift performing arts venues with the Save Our Stages Act. Later in the show they Zoom in Veronica Blair, a fantastic and seasoned aerialist who has performed all over the world.She is now producing a new documentary series unearthing and examining stories of African American circus performers throughout showbiz history. If you enjoy today's show please share it with a friend! Have a great weekend!
On today's episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about the We See You WAT campaign and grapple with issues of racism in the American theater. Later in the episode they chat with the third generation animal trainer, Jenny Vibel, on her storied life in the circus. Jenny has performed with her dogs, horses, pigs, llamas, and porcupines with the Big Apple Circus for many seasons. They chat about what it takes to work with such special creatures and the bond between her and her fellow performers. If you enjoy today's episode, please share it with a friend!
On today's episode, Josh and Lyndsay discuss Cirque Du Soleil's imminent bankruptcy, the different funding challenges facing commercial and non-profit performing arts organizations, and what might be coming down the road for the circus industry in the coming months and years. Later in the show they Zoom in Elizabeth and Guilhem Cauchois, two unbelievably talented circus performers and fitness trainers. You may know them from their online Cirque It Out workout series or from their acts on stage in Cirque Du Soleil's touring show Totem. If you enjoy the episode please share it with a friend. Have a great week!
On today’s episode, Josh and Lyndsay chat about the latest effects of the pandemic on the performing arts industry in United States. They also talk about when a return to the stage might be, what it could look like, and what artists and performers are doing in the meantime. Later in the episode they ring up Book Kennison, juggler and creator of the new podcast series See You Down The Road. They chat with Book about his background, creative process, and podcasting about the circus.
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about the fall-out from COVID-19 for the entertainment industry and specifically the circus, theater, and dance communities. They chat about the impact on their show Beyond Babel, on Cirque Du Soleil, and various individual artists. If you like the show please share it with a friend and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Stay healthy!