Throughout my journey towards becoming a Stage Manager and honing my leadership skills, I’ve encountered several books that have played a pivotal role in shaping my approach to leadership and understanding of the world. These books, while not all explicitly focused on leadership, have served as the cornerstone for my worldview. They have provided invaluable […]
Leadership hinges upon the intricate interplay of human interactions, perceptions, and experiences. In exploring the landscape of effective leadership, the framework of phenomenology resonates with me. Phenomenology unveils the essence of consciousness and the intricate layers of how individuals perceive and engage with their realities. Within the context of leadership, phenomenology serves as a compelling […]
In this week’s edition, I am discussing conflict. Conflict can quickly become an issue in the workplace and often arise due to differences in opinion, misunderstandings, or even personality clashes. Conflicts not resolved effectively can lead to decreased productivity, low morale, and employee turnover. However, disputes can be resolved with the right approach. Here are […]
In this week’s edition, my dear friend and colleague, Niko Lambros Smith, writes about what approaches have allowed him to make genuine connections with individual people and how that contributes to team building, especially on large-scale productions. It’s amazing how small gestures promote a sense of belonging and commitment to working together. I hope you […]
In this week’s article, we are discussing the differences between authority, power, and leadership; stripping them down and investigating their meanings so that we can understand how to use them as tools in our approaches as leaders. Have you ever considered the difference between leadership, authority, and power? Are those words interchangeable, perhaps used as […]
In this week’s edition, I am discussing hard conversations. I am offering an outline for approaching a hard conversation from a factual vantage point. Hard conversations can be about anything, but most of the time they are about a conflict you experienced with them, a miscommunication, or it could be something that you’re dealing with […]
Sinan Ulucay is a live entertainment executive based in Las Vegas. His new project ‘Amystika’ is a collaboration with Dragone & Criss Angel.
What can arts organizations learn from the Toronto Raptors, NBA Champions. This week we look at some lessons that organizations can learn from the Toronto Raptors: First there is setting goals and having a vision. Then you need the right people in the right positions. Then you need to make people accountable. Hope you enjoy! […]
We have all had that moment when we have walked out of a piece of theatre, a band performance, an art gallery and have felt inspired. At the time, we are filled with conversation and original thoughts that drive us to make an artistic or practical change in our lives.
In the 12 years that I have been coaching gymnastics, I have been lucky to experience some incredible moments. Like when one of our gymnasts hits a huge routine at Regionals and qualifies herself to nationals, causing everyone to erupt in celebration. In contrast to this, I have also experienced some truly awful moments of regret.
I’ve been stage managing professionally for nearly 25 years, teaching stage management for 7 years and producing the Broadway Stage Management Symposium for 4 years. There are some common themes I’ve seen about how our profession is viewed (both inside and outside the industry). Below are the four most common and biggest misconceptions about the profession of stage management that I’ve seen.
Uncovering the vast and untouchable realm of creativity is perhaps our final frontier. As the mother of all invention, creativity is rarely underestimated and its significance evident. The ability to create, to innovate, to find hidden patterns, to connect the unconnected or to perceive the world around us in new ways is what makes us human. Creativity is what sets us apart…
Two months ago, I quit my job. After just over eight years with the company, I walked out with my head held high. I didn’t just have a job, I had a great job. It was a position in the theatrical entertainment industry that I had always aimed and one that I sacrificed for, for years, while following the corporate ladder, every step of the way. When I was offered and finally accepted the opportunity to be Head of Automation, I found myself in an extremely difficult and precarious position.
Have you ever had a boss that you absolutely despised? Someone unorganized, impatient, and short-sighted?
A quality leader can make or break any business or project. As the boss, you are the face of the team. What your team does reflects on you, and vice-versa. If you’re unorganized, or don’t know your crew, or have no goals, how can you expect to lead anyone anywhere? A leader needs to have many positive qualities in order to be successful.
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