The StageLync Podcast

In this episode we are joined by Nathanael Philip Mosher, talking all things performance. Nathanael is a comedian, poet, singer-songwriter, and aspiring human being. His love of words has led him from poetry to stand-up, singing to songwriting, all while continuing his love for the effervescent glow of poetry through performance and spoken word. As a poet, Nathan’s poetry journey began at age 7 wh...

In this episode we are joined by Emma Bianco, talking all things producing around the world. Emma has worked as a freelancer for over 12 years in production, operations and everything in between. With a passion for major events, comedy, music, circus and anything else that requires a stage, Emma has worked on a myriad of events such as Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Maroon 5 at the Pyramids and Dubai...

In this episode we are joined by Joshua Morgan, talking all things singing and acting. Joshua is a proud graduate of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. A diverse, singing actor, his regional credits include roles at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, Arena Stage, Theatre Under the Stars, Folger Theatre, Triad Stage, Signature Theatre, Olney Theatre Center, North Carolina Theatre, am...

In this episode we are joined by Alana Clapp, talking all things Cirque du Soleil. Alana began her career with Cirque du Soleil in 2009 with the show O at the Bellagio. She joined the Stage Management team of Mystère in 2012, and is currently the General Stage Manager for the company's longest running Las Vegas production. An advocate for arts educational programs and student mentorship, Alana has...

In this episode we are joined by Amna Abulhoul, talking all things creative. Amna is a Creative Director, and her last role was Creative Director for the Ceremonies at Expo 2020 Dubai. She developed creative programming for Al Wasl Plaza, the iconic centrepiece of Expo 2020, from concept and narrative to immersive experiences. Amna was also responsible for creating and developing the Expo 2020 Mas...

Welcome to our LDI special. In our LDI series we will be speaking to some of the people who will be speaking or exhibiting at this year’s LDI show running from November 14 - 20 at the Las Vegas Convention centre. Today our guest is Alexander Donnelly, the VP and General Manager - Broadway at PRG. Alex joined PRG in early 2018 as the Director of Corporate Development where he advised on a number of...

Welcome to our LDI special. In our LDI series we will be speaking to some of the people who will be speaking or exhibiting at this year’s LDI show running from November 14 - 20 at the Las Vegas Convention centre. Today our guest is Al Crawford, the General Manager of City Theatrical. Al has worked globally in a broad variety of genres, with vast experience in the fields of dance, touring, live eve...

Welcome to our LDI special. In our LDI series we will be speaking to some of the people who will be speaking or exhibiting at this year’s LDI show running from November 14 - 20 at the Las Vegas Convention centre. Today our guest is Michael T Strickland. Michael started Bandit Lites in 1968. The company grew into a global leader. Along the way he founded and owned Thomas Engineering US, Tomcat Engi...

Welcome to our LDI special. In our LDI series we will be speaking to some of the people who will be speaking or exhibiting at this year’s LDI show running from November 14 - 20 at the Las Vegas Convention centre. Today our guest is Maya Guice, the Marketing Director for BRC Imagination Arts. Maya has a unique set of skills that qualify her for one of the most challenging tasks at BRC: telling the...

Welcome to our LDI special. In our LDI series we will be speaking to some of the people who will be speaking or exhibiting at this year’s LDI show running from November 14 - 20 at the Las Vegas Convention centre. Today our guest is Bob Bonniol. Bob is an Emmy Award winning director, production designer, and producer. He is known for his implementation of extensive media and interactive features in...

Welcome to our LDI special. In our LDI series we will be speaking to some of the people who will be speaking or exhibiting at this year’s LDI show running from November 14 - 20 at the Las Vegas Convention centre. Today our guest is Amy D Lux. Amy is a Multidisciplinary Designer and Dynamic Consultant with a background in theatrical & architainment lighting and controls for immersive experiences an...

In this episode we are joined by Kim Scott, talking all things entertainment and production. Kim has recently launched her own business, KS Consulting. With over 25 years in the entertainment industry, whether on the stage, a professor, or the manager of large-scale productions, she has experience in all aspects of live entertainment and production. Kim leverages her skills in the development and...

In this episode we are joined by Yulanda Yo-Rong Shieh, talking all things scenic design. Yulanda is a production and scenic designer based in New York, whose love of listening to stories as a kid has grown into a passion for visual storytelling. Her approach to design is always from the heart of hers to that of the characters. Born and raised in Taiwan, Yulanda has her BA in theatre and has worke...

In this episode we are joined by Alex Vásquez Dheming, talking all things lighting and production management. Alex is a Lighting Designer and Production Manager from San Salvador, El Salvador based in NYC. She's known for her work with Big Dance Theater, Nélida Tirado, Calpulli Mexican Dance, Ariel Rivka Dance, New York Theatre Ballet, Vanaver Caravan, Jacob's Pillow Dance, Lincoln Center, Center...

In this episode we are joined by Stephanie Bahniuk, talking all things set and costume across theatre and television. Stephanie is a Ukrainian-Canadian theatre designer originally from Edmonton, Canada and she now resides in Brooklyn, New York. Stephanie is a graduate of the Masters of Fine Arts in Design program at the Yale School of Drama, and a recipient of the Jay Keene and Jean Griffin Keene...

In this episode we are joined by Omar Madkour, talking all things lighting. Born to a family of engineers in Cairo, Egypt, Omar developed a passion for movie directing. For this reason, he studied stage acting, wrote a play for his undergrad thesis, and started a career as a lighting designer. His designs have been presented in various countries, festivals, and venues such as The Wallis Annenberg...

In this episode we are joined by Jiajing Qi, talking all things lighting. Originally from China, Jaijing is a lighting designer with a focus on experimental works, camera lighting, concert lighting, live performance, creative programming and installation arts. He is interested in integrating lighting with different mediums and creating a unique experience for his audience. When Jiajing is not at w...

In this episode we are joined by Maria Feuereisen, talking all things set design and eco-friendly ways of working with materials. Maria is an award-winning Chilean Set Designer and installation artist who advocates for the use of recycled materials in large-scale shows. She has earned several awards and relevant recognition for her work, such as a full-tuition scholarship at NYU in set design and...

In this episode we are joined by David Stewart, talking all things production in entertainment. David Stewart holds multiple roles within Disney Live Entertainment Global, such as Producer, Creative Development, Content, and Inclusive Strategies. David's produced works at Disney include: Magic Kingdom’s 50th Anniversary spectacular Disney Enchantment, Beacons of Magic, Remount of Happily Ever Afte...

Lina Younes is a Palestinian Lebanese visual designer based in New York working in theatre, film, animation, and installations. She creates worlds with one eye shut and an index finger as her wand. While studying for her MFA in design from NYU/Tisch, she enjoyed controlling traffic, mapping the skies, imagining the birds and inhabitants of the world in plays, dances, operas, and films. Lina's work...

In this episode we are joined by Maureen Freedman, talking all things performance design. A South African designer for performance, Maureen has worked with production teams in the US and abroad creating spaces and crafting characters for theatre, object theatre, opera and dance. Some notable work includes The Exalted at BAM with Carl Hancock-Rux and Theo Belckmann, Anne Bogart, Freedman's directin...

In this episode we are joined by Elisa Tauro, talking all things acrobatic and performance. Elisa is currently performing in Las Vegas with one of Cirque du Soleil’s most prestigious shows, “O”. As a competitive gymnast and trampolinist, Elisa’s talent was recognised at a young age and she became the first competitor to move from club to National level competitions, skipping provincials completely...

In this episode we are joined by Jelena Antanasijevic, talking all things costume design. Jelena is a New York-based costume designer and educator. For the last fourteen years, she has designed costumes for over thirty theater, film, and TV productions in the United States and her homeland, Serbia. Her costume design work has been awarded and exhibited multiple times. Jelena has worked in every ro...

Anna Tompkins is an Acrobatic Rigger, Rope Access, and Automation Technician, originally from the United States. She was our first guest on our debut episode back in 2020. Since then, and at the time of this recording, we have released over 120 episodes. Anna Tompkins rejoins us to catch up on what's been happening in the arts and entertainment world in the last two years. We want to hear from YOU...

On this episode we are joined by Ariana Schneider to talk about writing and recording a musical in Australia. Ariana Schneider has been involved in Music and Theatre for many, many years. She ran a very successful singing and drama studio from which students were accepted into the prestigious institutions of The Sydney Con, NIDA, WAPA, Victoria College of the Arts and Queensland Conservatorium. Ar...