On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay recap the first two weeks of REFLEX's premiere run in New York City and how the show has been recieved thus far. They also chat about a new residency from Circus Culture and a funraiser from NECCA. Later in the show they called up Circus Historical Society and board member of Circus Fans of American, Bruce Hawley. Bruce talks about his familial connections to PT Barnum, how circus has evolved, and why it's worth joining the CHS. If you enjoy today's show, please share it with a friend!
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about how coronavirus has once again disrupted showbusiness, their thoughts on Cirque Du Soleil's new show Drawn to Life, and the upcoming premiere of REFLEX: Unravelling 4,000 Years of Juggling. Later in the show they call up seasoned circus producer Wayne McCary. During his tenure of over 41 consecutive years producing the Big E Super Circus in Massachusetts and the Maine Shrine Circus dates, Wayne produced thousands of circus performances feauting many familiar stars. If you enjoyed today's episode please share it with a friend!
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay announce a brand new show they are producing this winter titled REFLEX starring master juggler Jay Gilligan. They call up Jay and co-writer/director Frodo Santini to go behind the scenes of the new production and the creation process. Tickets are now available at reflexshow.com. If you enjoy the episode please share it with a friend!
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about the various circus productions coming to New York City this November including Cirque Du Soleil's Twas the Night, a Wallenda remount of Big Apple Circus, an immersive Empire Circus with Bozo the clown, and a bold new in-person show from Omnium Circus. Later in the episode they call up circus legend and daredevil Noe España. In addition to storied and award winning career on the flying trapeze and wheel of death, Noe is a seasoned circus producer, director and designer. If you enjoy today's show please share it with a friend!
On today's episode Josh & Lyndsay talk about their new outdoor circus Stars Above that toured around the North East this past summer and then discuss the re-opening of Beyond Babel off broadway. Later in the show the call up Gyspy Snider to chat about her latest productions including Dear San Francisco, Duel Reality, and Out of Order. If you enjoy the show please share the podcast with a friend. Have a great week!
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay announce their new open air circus show titled Stars Above set to tour around New York and New England later this summer. They talk about the cast, creative, team, tour route, and the artistic concepts behind the new production. Later in the episode the call up award winning circus performer and co-founder of Machine de Cirque. They chat about his background at circus school, competing in international competitions, and creating full length shows. If you enjoy the episode please subscribe and share it with a friend.
On today's episode, Josh and Lyndsay return to the Beyond Babel theater, talk about a new show from the 7 Fingers, and review bills in NY State to regulate ticket sales on Broadway. Later in the show they call up Shannon McKenna, an actress turned circus performer and podcaster who hosts the popular show The Artist Athlete. They talk about her start in New York, personal performing experiences, and what its like to podcast about circus. If you enjoy the show please subscribe and share it with a friend!
On today's episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about De Blasio's "Show Must Go On" plan for theater in New York City, upcoming performances in Las Vegas from Spiegelworld, Cirque Mechanics, and Piff The Magic Dragon, and how the SVOG application process has been going. Later in the show the call up Cedric Walker, the founder and CEO of the acclaimed Universoul Circus. Cedric talks about his life starting in the music industry, what led him to create his own circus, and how they have been navigating the pandemic. If you enjoy today's show please share it with a friend and subscribe wherever you get podcasts. Have a great weekend!
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about new online circus shows from the 7 Fingers and CCIAC as well as an old school theater technique 98% effective in killing coronavirus. Later in the episode they call up sixth generation clown and antipodist, Leo Bassi. Leo is a phenomenally funny and seasoned performer who spoke about his childhood on backstage circus lot, performing subversive comedy all over the world, and his clown church in Madrid. If you enjoy the show please share it with a friend and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Have a great weekend!
On today's episode Josh and Lyndsay remember some of the great circus folk lost to Coronavirus pandemic, discuss a new report from En Piste on the state of Candian circus, and talk about a new circus training space in Brooklyn. Later in the show the call up Aloysia Gavre, co-founder of Cirque School LA and a veteran circus performer, director and choreographer. Aloysia recalls her start with the Pickle Family Circus followed later by Cirque Du Soleil's Quidam and catches us up on how her school in Los Angeles has been navigating the pandemic. If you enjoy the episode please subscribe and share it with a friend!
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!