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Hideaway Circus Podcast

Hosted by creative producers Josh & Lyndsay Aviner, the Hideaway Circus Podcast features industry analysis and interviews with creators in circus, theater, and dance.
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Nov 16, 2023

On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay review Mario The Maker Magician's new show at Soho Playhouse and Roncalli Circus at the Big Apple Circus. They also discuss the closure of Sleep No More in New York City and Cirque Du Soleil's upcoming country music themed tour. Later in the episode they talk with Jascha Boyce, the co-founder and director of the acclaimed Australian circus troupe Gravity & Other Myths. Together they chat about creating group acrobatic scenes, the state of the Australian circus scene, and what might be next for GOM. If you enjoy the show please share it with a friend!

Oct 30, 2023
On today's show Josh and Lyndsay talk about all the circus coming to NYC over the holidays, Cirque Du Soleil's new influencer network, and later call up the CEO of Circus Theater Roncalli, Patrick Philadelphia. Patrick is in NYC to direct the latest edition of Big Apple Circus which has a partnership production with the famed European one ring circus Roncalli. They chat about Patrick's upbringing in the circus in Germany and what folks can expect from this years' Big Apple Circus. If you enjoy the show please share it with a friend!
Oct 13, 2023
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay chat briefly about the remount of REFLEX: Unraveling 4000 Years of Juggling now playing at Baruch Performing Arts Center Off-Broadway in Manhattan followed by a three week US Tour. Later in the show they call up founder and executive director of the San Diego Circus Center, Jean Luc Martin. They chat about his path through the circus industry, first as a performer and later as a mentor and coach for countless students on the West Coast. If you enjoy the episode, please share it with a friend!
Sep 26, 2023
On today's episode, Josh & Lyndsay talk about new musicals headed to NYC this spring including The Outsiders and Water for Elephants, the four big circuses playing in the city this Christmas featuring a Big Apple Circus and Circus Roncalli joint venture, as well as some questionable developments from Cirque Du Soleil. Later in the show they call up Shayna Swanson who is the founder and director of Aloft Circus Arts in Chicago and the director of the very successful American contemporary circus show Brave Space. They chat about what it takes to start a circus school, what Shayna wants to impart on her students, and the realities of touring work in the US. If you like today's episode, please share it with a friend!
Sep 13, 2023

On today's episode, Josh and Lyndsay recap the last few months on tour with their summer circus Stars Above, and chat about the Montreal Circus Festival, the new show in Atlantic City from Spiegelworld, and what Hideaway Circus has coming up this year. Later in the show they call up Jay Gilligan and Frodo Santini to discuss the return of REFLEX: Unraveling 4,000 Years of Juggling which will be playing Off-Broadway for two weeks in October followed by a three week US tour in November. The four creators discuss what's different about this new and improved version of the show and how it's been adapted over the last year. If you enjoy the podcast please share it with a friend!

 
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Jun 6, 2023

On today’s episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about a few Cirque Du Soleil’s stories: a new video game Cirque Du Soleil Tycoon, their new mixed reality experience in LA, and one of their current copyright lawsuits. Later in the episode they call up Ramon Vazquez, who is the Chief Financial Officer and co-owner of the traditional Mexican circus Circus Vazquez and their new second English-language show FL!P Circus. Ramon talks about growing up in Mexico City, how the company has grown over the last 50 years, and why they created a new touring show post pandemic. If you enjoy today’s show please share it with a friend! 

May 16, 2023
On today's show Josh and Lyndsay announce the 2023 Tour Route for their outdoor summer circus, Stars Above, then they talk about two Broadway shows they saw last week, The Sign in Sidney Brustien's Window and Once Upon A One More Time. Later in the episode they call up Carolina Ortega, a booking agent for Aurora Nova, an agency which specializes in circus and physical theater touring throughout Europe. Carolina is also a sustainability expert and has compiled resources for creators interested in developing work in a conciscous manner. If you enjoy today's episode please share it with a friend!
 
 
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May 4, 2023

On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about the Tony award nominations, the upcoming CINEMA CIRCUS movie night with 3AM Theater, and a featured article in the New York Times about Spiegelworld's acquisition of future circus town Nipton, CA. Later in the show, Nathalie Enterline stops by to chat about her life and career in the circus and regale us with insights from her former partner and famed juggler Francis Brunn. Nathalie has performed all over the world, and is well known for her remarkable hat-and-cane juggling act that won a Gold medal at Cirque De Demain Festival in Paris. If you enjoy today's episode please rate it on Apple Podcasts and share it with a friend!

Apr 19, 2023

On today's episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about the new Stars Above concessions trailer, the passing of Madir Eugester, and changing nomination categorizations with Drama Desk theater awards. Later in the show they call up Steve Smith, former dean of the Ringling Clown College and director of many shows including Big Apple Circus and Ringling Brothers & Barnum and Bailey. Steve is also a five-time Emmy winner for work in children’s television, and was inducted into the Clown Hall of Fame in 1993 and served as the Creative Director of San Franscico's Circus Center. If you enjoy the show please share it with a friend!

Apr 6, 2023
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about a new book titled Under One Tent: Circus, Judaism, and the Bible featuring chapters by past podcast guests, as well as their thoughts on the new FL!P Circus in Staten Island, and upcoming increases in US visa fees for foreign circus artists. Later in the show, Chris Lashua stops by to chat about Cirque Mechanic's latest show Zephyr currently on its first national tour. If you enjoy today's episode please subscribe and share the podcast with a friend!
Mar 22, 2023
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay drop some behind the scenes details about the re-launch of Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey Circus including the new acts, show concepts, and creative team. Later in the episode they call up Kenneth Feld, Chairman of Feld Entertainment and producer of Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus. They chat about the history of the Feld family's involvement with the circus, how their business has grown and been passed down through generations, and what this new season and iteration of an iconic American show will have to offer. If you like the show please share it with a friend!
Mar 7, 2023
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay discuss "circus-washing" and whether or not it is a significant issue for large companies like Cirque Du Soleil and Dragone that have opened new shows in Saudi Arabia. Later in the show they call up award winning circus and theater director Cal McCrystal. They chat about Cal's past directing experience with Cirque Du Soleil, Spiegelworld, and Giffords Circus as well as his philosophy on creation and clowning. If you enjoy today's show please subscribe and share it with a friend!
Feb 16, 2023

On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay are joined by Erin Leddy, Hideaway Circus's new Director of Touring and Development. They chat about Rihanna's Superbowl performance, Master Lu Yi's new book Training Is Bitter, and the merger of Broadway theater owners Jujamcyn and ATG. Later in the episode they call up Bekki Ashton, who is a company member of her family's circus which was started in the 1850s in Tasmania, Australia. They chat about her family's Australian heritage, tour route, and plans to come to the United States. If you enjoy today's show please share it with a friend!

 

Jan 25, 2023

On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about the APAP NYC conference, the ACA virtual act pitch, and the latest uploads to the Gordon Turner circus archive. Later in the show they call up Boris Fodella, an acrobat and co-founder of French/Swiss circus company Cirque La Compangie. Boris is Cirque De Demain gold medal winner and has created multiple original shows that have toured throughout western Europe. If you enjoy today's show please share it with a friend and subscribe wherever you get podcasts.

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Jan 4, 2023

On today's show, Josh and Lyndsay chat about the upcoming APAP conference, a new open position at Hideaway Circus, how artificial intelligence will change the circus industry, and a 100-year-old circus show from the King of Mars. Later in the episode they call up Yamoussa Bangoura, founder of Kalabante Productions now on tour with Cirque En Afrique. Originally from Guinea, Yamoussa is an incredibly talented musician, singer, acrobat and juggler who made his way to Montreal before starting his own circus. If you enjoy today's show please subscribe and share it with a friend!

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