An Industry Report since BREXIT became official has been released to the public, and things are not looking good for the live entertainment industry. The insight from several major organisations makes it clear that a smoother service is needed for those working in the industry and something more sustainable is being called for. The report highlights concerns from the masses who have to deal with the ins and outs of BREXIT and trying to work in the European Union from the UK, or the other way around. In short, the complexities of BREXIT and the added issues of a pandemic have made European work for UK professionals and vice versa nearly impossible and definitely not for the faint of heart.
On 30ieth September 2022, we sadly had to say goodbye to Franco Dragone, a brilliant showmaker, a key figure of the legendary Cirque du Soleil, a cultural entrepreneur, and the founder of the Franco Dragone Entertainment Group. Yet Franco was so much more than just that. As a creator, he was in a class of his own and inspired many with his extraordinary, visionary entertainment projects. He created his shows with so much imagination and intense love to detail, his audiences were enchanted the world over.
Nearly every culture has stories, myths, legends, and spiritual illuminations revolving around water that explain natural phenomena or explore epic questions of faith. Water is inherently transformational. It moves from solid to liquid to gas. Theatre is also transformational. One could say it is the art of watching people change. Throughout history, there has been a natural marriage between water and theatre.
Michelle Eve Wuthrich worked as an acrobat for some of the greatest circus shows on the globe. Her skillset is so versatile that for a while she worked as a house troupe member for the aquatic show The House of Dancing Water in Macau. There she did everything from dance choreographies to aerial to high diving. Then, about 4 years ago, Michelle decided to leave the world onstage. Now she is building an outdoor adventure business together with her husband in Guatemala. In this interview, Michelle tells us about her new home, her motivations and vision.
