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Join us for the final episode of The TheatreArtLife Podcast with our hosts, Anna, Kat, and Ana. Over the past 212 episodes, we've delved into the vibrant world of theatre, celebrating the passion, creativity, and resilience of the global performing arts community. In this special finale, our hosts will reminisce about the most memorable moments, insightful interviews, and behind-the-scenes stories...

Join us for the final episode of The TheatreArtLife Podcast with our hosts, Anna, Kat, and Ana. Over the past 212 episodes, we've delved into the vibrant world of theatre, celebrating the passion, creativity, and resilience of the global performing arts community. In this special finale, our hosts will reminisce about the most memorable moments, insightful interviews, and behind-the-scenes stories...

Daniela Essart is the co-founder and artistic director of Scarabeus Aerial Theatre since 1988 and has created visually arresting and transformative performances, side by side to  stage to screen films. Scarabeus work merges aerial skills with visual theatre and choreographed movement. We conjure into existence thought provoking productions dealing with contemporary narratives, aimed at awakening e...

  Daniela Essart is the co-founder and artistic director of Scarabeus Aerial Theatre since 1988 and has created visually arresting and transformative performances, side by side to  stage to screen films. Scarabeus work merges aerial skills with visual theatre and choreographed movement. We conjure into existence thought provoking productions dealing with contemporary narratives, aimed at awakening...

Rachel Peake is a director and dramaturge of theatre and opera, and is the Artistic Director of the Grand Theatre in London, Ontario. From 2017-2020 she was the Associate Artistic Director of the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton where she led the Citadel's new play development initiatives. Her work has taken her across Canada from Corner Brook Newfoundland to Victoria, BC. Rachel is the recipient of th...

Rachel Peake is a director and dramaturge of theatre and opera, and is the Artistic Director of the Grand Theatre in London, Ontario. From 2017-2020 she was the Associate Artistic Director of the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton where she led the Citadel's new play development initiatives. Her work has taken her across Canada from Corner Brook Newfoundland to Victoria, BC. Rachel is the recipient of th...

After a performance career in dance, musical theatre, and circus arts, Johnny Kim has spent the last 10 years in Artistic Direction where he has led teams and various shows for both Franco Dragone as well as Cirque du Soleil. Post pandemic he was helped relaunch the iconic ‘ALEGRIA’ and is the current Artistic Director of ‘BAZZAR’. For the last two years he has also served as a juror for the Circu...

After a performance career in dance, musical theatre, and circus arts, Johnny Kim has spent the last 10 years in Artistic Direction where he has led teams and various shows for both Franco Dragone as well as Cirque du Soleil. Post pandemic he was helped relaunch the iconic ‘ALEGRIA’ and is the current Artistic Director of ‘BAZZAR’. For the last two years he has also served as a juror for the Circu...

Twelve years ago, Martyna Pastuszka founded and has since artistically led the {oh!} Orkiestra, specializing in a repertoire from Baroque to late Romanticism. In addition to purely instrumental music, Martyna has a particular interest in baroque and classical opera. As a concertmaster and conductor/violinist, she collaborates with top European ensembles operating within the Historcally Informed Pe...

Twelve years ago, Martyna Pastuszka founded and has since artistically led the {oh!} Orkiestra, specializing in a repertoire from Baroque to late Romanticism. In addition to purely instrumental music, Martyna has a particular interest in baroque and classical opera. As a concertmaster and conductor/violinist, she collaborates with top European ensembles operating within the Historcally Informed Pe...

Meet Jenny Stiven, the ultimate geek and sci-fi enthusiast, turned digital strategist and consultant extraordinaire! With a decade of diverse expertise in programming, content creation, marketing, and more, she founded Clio Consulting in 2004, becoming the go-to digital marketing resource for entertainment companies. Jenny's stellar work has earned her recognition in the industry, working with ico...

Recently relocating back to Las Vegas, Josh Selander most recently spent the last eight years teaching Lighting Technology, Design and Programing at University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Prior to arriving at UNCSA, Selander was based in Las Vegas working for ETC. Primarily supporting entertainment venues in Las Vegas, Selander also traveled the world supporting the Eos Product Line. He...

Recently relocating back to Las Vegas, Josh Selander most recently spent the last eight years teaching Lighting Technology, Design and Programing at University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Prior to arriving at UNCSA, Selander was based in Las Vegas working for ETC. Primarily supporting entertainment venues in Las Vegas, Selander also traveled the world supporting the Eos Product Line. He...

Helena De Graeve is a 27-year old dancer, dance teacher and choreographer, born and raised in Zulte, Belgium. At a young age, Helena was part of the national rhythmic gymnastics team in Belgium and took part in several World Cups and the European Games in Bremen in 2010. After finishing her bachelor of education in dance at Codarts Rotterdam, the Netherlands, Helena joined a contemporary company n...

Helena De Graeve is a 27-year old dancer, dance teacher and choreographer, born and raised in Zulte, Belgium. At a young age, Helena was part of the national rhythmic gymnastics team in Belgium and took part in several World Cups and the European Games in Bremen in 2010. After finishing her bachelor of education in dance at Codarts Rotterdam, the Netherlands, Helena joined a contemporary company n...

With global experience in theatre, festivals, event management, and stage production, Sophie is a seasoned professional known for delivering stunning experiences. She brings a unique blend of creativity, technical knowledge, and organizational skills to her tasks. Currently managing historical Saudi Arabian props in Riyadh, she toured as a stage manager with Helene Fischer through Germany, Switzer...

With global experience in theatre, festivals, event management, and stage production, Sophie is a seasoned professional known for delivering stunning experiences. She brings a unique blend of creativity, technical knowledge, and organizational skills to her tasks. Currently managing historical Saudi Arabian props in Riyadh, she toured as a stage manager with Helene Fischer through Germany, Switzer...

Lee Forde former Rock and Roll lighting designer during the 80's and 90's who during 15 years on the road went through the ranks from lighting and set design to production management and eventually Tour management. When Lee came off the road he moved into venues again going through the ranks from production management to operations management and eventually general manager. Lee has work in Arenas...

Working in the industry for nearly 20 years Steve has seen many sectors in the Entertainment and Audio Visual space. Every sector has been used to grow and hone a wide verity of skills that have been used on world class shows and events around the globe. Starting in the corporate world this then pushed Steve to travel on cruise ships for a number of years. After a five year stint in London growing...

Sarah, trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama as a post graduate Stage Management student. Throughout her career, she has remained true to her love of theatre and event production work which has given the Company its solid and varied skill set. Over the last few years, Sarah has produced a number of significant large-scale cultural events, both in the UK and Europe. Sarah is a sort...

Sarah, trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama as a post graduate Stage Management student. Throughout her career, she has remained true to her love of theatre and event production work which has given the Company its solid and varied skill set. Over the last few years, Sarah has produced a number of significant large-scale cultural events, both in the UK and Europe. Sarah is a sort...

Sarah, trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama as a post graduate Stage Management student. Throughout her career, she has remained true to her love of theatre and event production work which has given the Company its solid and varied skill set. Over the last few years, Sarah has produced a number of significant large-scale cultural events, both in the UK and Europe. Sarah is a sort...

Sarah, trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama as a post graduate Stage Management student. Throughout her career, she has remained true to her love of theatre and event production work which has given the Company its solid and varied skill set. Over the last few years, Sarah has produced a number of significant large-scale cultural events, both in the UK and Europe. Sarah is a sort...

Join hosts Anna, Kat, and Ana for a special End of Year episode on The TheatreArtLife Podcast. They'll be sharing personal stories, behind-the-scenes insights, reflections, and unforgettable moments from the past year in the performing arts and entertainment industry. Don't miss this exclusive peek behind the curtain!   @theatreartlife Thank you to our sponsor @clear-com The TheatreArtLife Podcast...

Join hosts Anna, Kat, and Ana for a special End of Year episode on The TheatreArtLife Podcast. They'll be sharing personal stories, behind-the-scenes insights, reflections, and unforgettable moments from the past year in the performing arts and entertainment industry. Don't miss this exclusive peek behind the curtain!   @theatreartlife Thank you to our sponsor @clear-com The TheatreArtLife Podcast...