The StageLync Podcast

Ian Van Cleve is a stunt performer who has worked all over the world in the last ten years. He is currently the writer and director for a widely successful Chinese stunt show, Project Blue Sky, which is in its fifth year. Starting out as an actor and singer in college, Ian found himself recruited for stunt work early on, which led to the start of his interesting and varied career. @theatreartlife...

Rob Winch is the head coach and acrobatic stunt specialist for a number of well-known shows. Born in London, Rob is a former gymnastic champion and started his career as an acrobat and aerialist. His 12 year performance career saw him work across cruise ships, stunt shows, musical theatre, dance, tv and film platforms. @theatreartlife Thanks to David Zieher who composed our music, and sound engine...

Siobhan Gee, former Project Manager at United Staging & Rigging, is an ETCP certified arena rigger, and Columbus McKinnon hoist technician. She joins Ana Aguilera to talk all about temporary structures and stages.  https://www.osha.gov/ https://iosh.com/ https://www.ccohs.ca/ https://www.enshpo.eu/home/   @theatreartlife Thanks to David Zieher who composed our music, and sound engineer Michelle Sc...

Dawn Chiang joins us to talk about the intersection between lighting design and theatre consulting. Dawn has designed lighting for shows on Broadway and across the USA, and is also a consultant and mentor. Based in Connecticut, Dawn originally trained and worked in music and ballet, but fell in love with backstage roles in college. http://www.dawnchiang.com/ http://theatreprojects.com https://www....

Alexandria Bellivan joins us to talk about social engagement & employment seeking during the times of Covid-19. Alexandria is a career development expert for performing arts and entertainment professionals. She currently works as an employment specialist and programme manager at the actors fund, helping people secure meaningful work. https://actorsfund.org/workshops   @theatreartlife Thanks to Dav...

Peter Kopik, Director of Design & Choreography at WET Design joins us. Originally from Hungary and now residing in LA, Peter started his career as an Architect before moving to fountains. He thinks of himself as a lucky guy, and we think we are lucky to have him on the show! https://wetdesign.com @theatreartlife Thanks to David Zieher who composed our music, and sound engineer Michelle Sciarrotta.

Antonio Silva joins us to talk all things Globe Riding and Circus. Born in Brazil, Antonio has been working as a Globe Rider for over 12 years, and has performed all over the world as a Circus Performer.  @theatreartlife Thanks to David Zieher who composed our music, and sound engineer Michelle Sciarrotta.

Neill Frank joins us to talk all things video. Neill is a Creative Director and Producer, born in South Africa, currently based out of Dubai. He has been in the Film industry since 2001, he moved to Dubai in 2008 and he is currently the Head of Digital Content at Evolution Events . He is passionate about creating beautiful, artistic content, based on great creative ideas. @theatreartlife Thanks to...

Show diver Diane Talbotier joins Ana Aguilera to discuss diving in Aquatic shows. . Diane is a SCUBA diver, more specifically a PADI Master Instructor (those who help train Dive Instructors) and one of the few SDI-TDI certified Underwater Theatrical Performer Trainers. She has a vast experience both in the dive industry and the entertainment industry. Currently, she is based out of Dubai. https://...

We are joined by Elisheba Ittoop & Kevin McCoy talking all things sound. Kevin McCoy is currently the Head of Audio for Hamilton ("And Peggy" Company) currently in San Francisco;  Elisheba is a composer, sound designer and audio producer currently based out of New York. https://elisheba-ittoop.squarespace.com/ http://www.kevin-mccoy.com/   @theatreartlife To read articles on music and sound on The...

Jessica Ward joins us to chat all things acrobatics. Jessica is an Australian acrobat based out of Dubai. She has extensive experience in different acrobatic disciplines such as hand balancing, cerceaux and aerial silks; she was the lead acrobat at La Perle. @theatreartlife Instagram: @jess_cirque To read articles about Circus: https://www.theatreartlife.com/circus/ Thanks to David Zieher who comp...

We are joined by professional ice skater Paul Wood. Paul is an experienced professional ice skater and entertainer. He has worldwide experience performing and acting. He was last seen skating for Cirque du Soleil's Axel. @theatreartlife Instagram: @pwood14 To read articles about circus: https://www.theatreartlife.com/circus/ Thanks to David Zieher who composed our music, and sound engineer Michell...

Liam Klenk joins us from Montpellier as he progresses through the Step4Circus initiative, helping circus professionals get back to work. https://step4circus.com   Instagram @wonderweg_across_europe Thanks to David Zieher who composed our music, and sound engineer Michelle Sciarrotta.

Jozef Koda joins us to talk all things costume, props and puppets!  Australian-born Jozef is a designer of props, costumes, accesories and puppets. After touring with Phantom of the Opera and Wicked around Australia, New Zealand and Asia he spent years as a Manager of the Creative Costuming Department at Universal Studios Singapore.  In 2013 Jozef began working for Franco Dragone at several of his...

Chris Lose joins us for a TAL contributor special episode, talking all things Art. Chris Lose is the Designer Relations Manager for Ayrton Lighting, international touring lighting director, programmer and columnist who has dedicated his life to solving problems through pragmatic decision making and calming techniques. He strives to invoke relationships and emotion through color, atmosphere and bea...

Craig Price joins us to chat about the world of Automation. Get in touch and find out more at: Craig has worldwide touring experience in theatre, arena shows, big top circus and special events. He has focused on automation since 2007 but he has also served as stagehand, stage manager and company manager. @theatreartlife To read articles on automation: https://www.theatreartlife.com/automation/ Tha...

Liam Klenk joins us from Geneva as he progresses through the Step4Circus initiative, helping circus professionals get back to work. https://step4circus.com   Instagram @wonderweg_across_europe Thanks to David Zieher who composed our music, and sound engineer Michelle Sciarrotta.

We are joined by Stage Manager Nathan Grimoulas. Nathan is a Stage Manager with broad international experience, most recently working as General Stage Manager for Cirque du Soleil's Kooza. @theatreartlife To read articles on Stage Management: https://www.theatreartlife.com/management/ Thanks to David Zieher who composed our music, and sound engineer Michelle Sciarrotta.

Victor Garnier & Reagan P Mitchell join us for a Black Lives Matter special. Victor is an experienced Producer/Production Stage Manager/Road Manager. His work spans several decades developing projects in different industries, including music, theatre, contemporary circus and corporate events. Reagan Patrick Mitchell is a faculty member of the  Division of Liberal Arts at the University of North Ca...

We are joined by Technical Director Gareth Smith of https://www.techproductionservices.com/  Gareth is a Technical Director based out of London in the United Kingdom. He started his career as a light technician and has worked as stage manager, production manager, company manager and technical director.  Gareth's credits include Production Manager for Secret Cinema, Technical Director for Kynren by...

Steve Kemsley CEO of Sassy Films chats to us in a Covid special episode. Steve is one of the world's foremost directors of entertainment and commercial programming, he has directed and produced hundreds of TV Ads, DVD's, TV programmes, Concerts and Live Events. In April 2008 he launched Sassy Films with a vision to simply become the most successful and creative audio-visual agency in the business....

Creative Producer and Artistic Director Matthew Jessner joins us to talk all things Production. Matthew Jessner is an Artistic Director and a Creative Producer with an extensive performance background. He has experience in both theatrical and corporate productions  from concept to delivery. He has worked managing artists, singers, actors, dancers, elite performance athletes and has experience hiri...

Liam Klenk joins us from the Alps hiking trail as he launches the Step4Circus initiative, helping circus professionals get back to work. https://step4circus.com   Instagram @wonderweg_across_europe Thanks to David Zieher who composed our music, and sound engineer Michelle Sciarrotta.

Shelly Cohen and David Haines talk to us about Company Management, international touring and life on the road. Shelly is a Touring Company Manager in the US, Canada and China, with over 10 years of experience in Regional Theatre, Summer Stock and the Touring/Live Family Entertainment Industry. David has Company Managed regionally and on Broadway National Tours, most recently "The Band's Visit". @t...

Artistic Director Johnny Kim discusses the impact of Covid-19 on the entertainment industry. Johnny Kim started out as a gymnast and classically trained pianist as a young boy and moved into Drama and Theatre as a teenager.  He had an eclectic performance background in dance, musicals, and circus. Since then he has also served as Choreography Captain, Artistic Coordinator, Assistant Artistic Direc...