A recent 2022 report from the Centre for Cultural Value has shed a spotlight on the UK’s cultural sector, revealing an alarming reality: the entire industry is at the brink of burnout. The report not only highlights the existing challenges within arts and cultural organisations, but also stresses the need for adopting regenerative practices to […]
Choosing to be a circus artist means choosing a lifestyle, not a job. It ain’t all about business cards and bank accounts. Such a choice goes far beyond performing in front of an audience. Taking this path means taking charge of your schedule, body, training, and resting periods. Especially as a freelancer! Spending as much time looking for performance opportunities as you do performing onstage is an integral part of any performer’s life. In spite of the job hunt possibly leading to frustration and deceptions, this reality cannot be denied nor ignored.
I know this is hard. I know you have your heart set on a particular role.
You aren’t the only one.
This business is crazy. It isn’t fair. Most of the choices are not in your control.
Get used to this. It is the way of our world.
So what should you do? Focus on what you can control.
Steph Parry has spent the last five years as part of the ensemble in a number of West End productions and is now leading the cast of MAMMA MIA! on board Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas. I caught up with her in her sunny cabin in the Caribbean over an English cuppa, surrounded by her books and a mirror full of positivity quotes….
Marie-Lou Morin is training for Tokyo 2020 as part of the Canadian National Synchronized Swimming Team. Prior to this intense training regime, Marie-Lou was on a cruise ship performing onstage as part of the Harmony of the Seas aquatic show for Royal Caribbean. She took a moment out of her training to give a quick insight into her life.
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