The StageLync Podcast

Craig Laurie, Chief Creative Officer at RWS Global, is the driving force behind the company’s powerhouse team of world-class creatives, designers and casting directors who deliver extraordinary experiences worldwide. Laurie excels at developing talent, aligning creative vision and fostering collaboration across various specialties to bring bold, innovative ideas to life. With a foundation in diver...

Craig Laurie, Chief Creative Officer at RWS Global, is the driving force behind the company’s powerhouse team of world-class creatives, designers and casting directors who deliver extraordinary experiences worldwide. Laurie excels at developing talent, aligning creative vision and fostering collaboration across various specialties to bring bold, innovative ideas to life. With a foundation in diver...

With over 40 years of experience and success in the performing arts industry, Richard Dagenais has contributed to the creation of international live shows across permanent and touring venues, corporate and touristic events, family entertainment centers, and theme parks. He is well versed in leading diverse creative processes and guiding teams through complex artistic challenges. Born and raised in...

With over 40 years of experience and success in the performing arts industry, Richard Dagenais has contributed to the creation of international live shows across permanent and touring venues, corporate and touristic events, family entertainment centers, and theme parks. He is well versed in leading diverse creative processes and guiding teams through complex artistic challenges. Born and raised in...

Andy Levey is a high performing and dynamic C-suite leader, specialising in business and brand leadership for the digital age. Over the last two decades, he has been at the forefront of initiatives that connect consumers in a rapidly evolving and increasingly segmented market, developing and implementing competitive, data-driven business and portfolio strategies and executing programs with precisi...

Elena has 15 years’ experience as a theatre consultant, eight years’ experience with UK architectural practices specialising in theatre design and two years’ experience with a leading set designer in Athens. Elena has brought her considerable architectural and theatre design knowledge to Charcoalblue and has consulted on projects including Sohoplace Theatre, London; Roundhouse, London; Theatre Roy...

Elena has 15 years’ experience as a theatre consultant, eight years’ experience with UK architectural practices specialising in theatre design and two years’ experience with a leading set designer in Athens. Elena has brought her considerable architectural and theatre design knowledge to Charcoalblue and has consulted on projects including Sohoplace Theatre, London; Roundhouse, London; Theatre Roy...

Born in Nicosia, Cyprus, holds B.A. and B.F.A degrees in Theatre Studies, Acting and Sociology(Hons) from the University of Texas at Austin and MA Communication and Journalism from the Open University Cyprus.  Has worked successfully as an actress, TV host and radio music producer for several years with CYBC.  As an actress she performed roles for THOC such as Masha in Chekhov’s Three Sisters, Oli...

Born in Nicosia, Cyprus, holds B.A. and B.F.A degrees in Theatre Studies, Acting and Sociology(Hons) from the University of Texas at Austin and MA Communication and Journalism from the Open University Cyprus.  Has worked successfully as an actress, TV host and radio music producer for several years with CYBC.  As an actress she performed roles for THOC such as Masha in Chekhov’s Three Sisters, Oli...

Gabrielle is a dance artist, researcher and producer exploring the intersections of disability, technology and Posthumanism philosophies. Recently based in Seoul and having versatile careers with an advertising agency, a broadcasting station and governmental organisations, she has overseen international collaborations and public initiatives including 'Future Wide Open'(2023-2024) supporting experi...

Gabrielle is a dance artist, researcher and producer exploring the intersections of disability, technology and Posthumanism philosophies. Recently based in Seoul and having versatile careers with an advertising agency, a broadcasting station and governmental organisations, she has overseen international collaborations and public initiatives including 'Future Wide Open'(2023-2024) supporting experi...

Chris spent most of his youth performing on a freestyle BMX bike. He joined Cirque du Soleil’s “Fascination” for Cirque’s tour of Japan in 1992. He was then commissioned to build a “German Wheel” act for the company, an act he performed for several years in Cirque du Soleil’s “Quidam”. His engineering chops and creative energy led him to 'run away' with his own circus company, Cirque Mechanics.  ...

Chris spent most of his youth performing on a freestyle BMX bike. He joined Cirque du Soleil’s “Fascination” for Cirque’s tour of Japan in 1992. He was then commissioned to build a “German Wheel” act for the company, an act he performed for several years in Cirque du Soleil’s “Quidam”. His engineering chops and creative energy led him to 'run away' with his own circus company, Cirque Mechanics.  ...

Ross Mollison is the founder and Impresario Extraordinaire of Spiegelworld, the audacious entertainment and hospitality company behind the hit Las Vegas shows Absinthe at Caesars Palace, Atomic Saloon Show at The Venetian, DISCOSHOW at 3535 Las Vegas Blvd, and The Hook at Caesars Atlantic City. Mollison spearheaded the creation of Spiegelworld’s first restaurant, Superfrico, and the award-winning...

Ross Mollison is the founder and Impresario Extraordinaire of Spiegelworld, the audacious entertainment and hospitality company behind the hit Las Vegas shows Absinthe at Caesars Palace, Atomic Saloon Show at The Venetian, DISCOSHOW at 3535 Las Vegas Blvd, and The Hook at Caesars Atlantic City. Mollison spearheaded the creation of Spiegelworld’s first restaurant, Superfrico, and the award-winning...

For David Mason, laughter is an antidote to war. In 2002, he founded the Mobile Mini Circus for Children (MMCC) in Afghanistan, dedicating his life to giving young Afghans an opportunity they’ve never had before: to explore their creative potential through a convergence of mind and body. Since then MMCC has been developed by creating a unique pedagogy and infrastructure for supporting children of...

For David Mason, laughter is an antidote to war. In 2002, he founded the Mobile Mini Circus for Children (MMCC) in Afghanistan, dedicating his life to giving young Afghans an opportunity they’ve never had before: to explore their creative potential through a convergence of mind and body. Since then MMCC has been developed by creating a unique pedagogy and infrastructure for supporting children of...

Lorena Martínez Mier is a Cultural Manager, Creative Producer, and Accessibility Consultant. She has led impactful projects with organisations such as the British Council and the Mexican Cultural Ministry and collaborated on events, including the Veracruz Central American Ceremonies and the AlUla KSA Season 2023. Her career reflects her passion for diversity and innovative artistic expression. She...

Lorena Martínez Mier is a Cultural Manager, Creative Producer, and Accessibility Consultant. She has led impactful projects with organisations such as the British Council and the Mexican Cultural Ministry and collaborated on events, including the Veracruz Central American Ceremonies and the AlUla KSA Season 2023. Her career reflects her passion for diversity and innovative artistic expression. She...

Kim ‘Busty Beatz’ Bowers is a dynamic Music Director, Composer, Sound Artist, Music Dramaturg, and Performance Maker with over 25 years of fearless artistic creation. Of Xhosa heritage and based on Yuggera country, Kim crafts sonic experiences that blend disciplines, politics, and storytelling, amplifying voices often left unheard. At sixteen, she signed her first record deal, performing and touri...

Kim ‘Busty Beatz’ Bowers is a dynamic Music Director, Composer, Sound Artist, Music Dramaturg, and Performance Maker with over 25 years of fearless artistic creation. Of Xhosa heritage and based on Yuggera country, Kim crafts sonic experiences that blend disciplines, politics, and storytelling, amplifying voices often left unheard. At sixteen, she signed her first record deal, performing and touri...

Peter Kalal is a Brooklyn-based cultural strategist and researcher. At Arthur M. Cohen Advisors, he works with Fortune 500s, family offices, and cultural institutions to develop pioneering visions for the future that unlock growth while fostering wonder, connection, and possibility. Peter holds a PhD in German Studies from Columbia University, along with degrees from the Eastman School of Music an...

Peter Kalal is a Brooklyn-based cultural strategist and researcher. At Arthur M. Cohen Advisors, he works with Fortune 500s, family offices, and cultural institutions to develop pioneering visions for the future that unlock growth while fostering wonder, connection, and possibility. Peter holds a PhD in German Studies from Columbia University, along with degrees from the Eastman School of Music an...

Dr Madeline Taylor is a costume maker and designer, researcher and educator who bridges the worlds of academic theory and industry practice. Starting as a bright-eyed costume trainee at 17, her research work draws on over two decades of professional experience spanning over 90 productions in theatre, dance, opera, circus and film across Australia and the UK. A lecturer at Queensland University of...

Dr Madeline Taylor is a costume maker and designer, researcher and educator who bridges the worlds of academic theory and industry practice. Starting as a bright-eyed costume trainee at 17, her research work draws on over two decades of professional experience spanning over 90 productions in theatre, dance, opera, circus and film across Australia and the UK. A lecturer at Queensland University of...