Tapis Rouge!

by Guilhem Cauchois

Performing Arts Entertainment News

Season 1

MARK & MICHAEL LENNON! Iconic Musicians & Founders of Venice

From collaborating with the music industries top idols to creating their own signature sounds in their band of brothers, Venice, Marky and Michael give us some epic stories as they often open their home to host unforgettable Cirque parties. Don’t miss this interview of creatives as they play LIVE in this week’s episode.

KYLE CRAGLE! Cirque du Soleil's Handbalancer & Most Fabulous Make Up Artist

Pushing boundaries everywhere he goes, Kyle opens the door to his journey with the stage as an extraordinary handbalancer, drag performer and make up artist, while unlocking a new path for a whole new generation of artists to express themselves exactly the way they are!

FRANCIS JALBERT! Cirque du Soleil's Public Relationship Ninja

Ever wonder how to plan the release of a show in ever-changing markets, where all the Cirque du Soleil posts on social media come from, or what is the meaning behind the Cirque brand? Well, Francis, the Senior Public Relations Rep is your one stop shop for all things Cirque media. Tune in to see how he is the glue that links all the departments together in Cirque’s very unique universe.

EMILY MCCARTHY! Cirque du Soleil's Unstoppable Flyer

From world championships in sports acro to world tours on stage with Cirque du Soleil, Emily delves into the excitement of these lifestyles, but also the innate pressure that goes along with it! Tune in to hear how this remarkable athlete is able to divide and conquer these taboos.

SEBASTIAN ZANIESIENKO! Cirque du Soleil Daredevil & Hollywood Stuntman

This dare devil takes us to new extremes as he recalls having a bottle smashed on his face in Kingsman, flipping off of horses in Wonderwoman, and reacting to the crazy explosions of Doctor Strange. Seb speaks about the differences between performing on a Cirque du Soleil stage as an acrobat versus the insane stunts in the making of Hollywood movies!

WELLINGTON LIMA! Cirque du Soleil's Prince of Acrobatics

From the favelas of Recife to performing for 25+ years on 5+ Cirque du Soleil shows, Wellington talks us through his incredible journey flipping around the world. Come discover how Wellington Lima’s insatiable drive to push the limits of acrobatics was instrumental in the development of Cirque’s wall tramp acts and creation of La Nouba with Franco Dragone. He dishes out some real truths about his sometimes complicated relationship with Cirque du Soleil.

MORGANE TISSERAND! Trapezist on Cirque du Soleil's LUZIA & Super Mama

Making the decision to become a mom while being a performer is no easy task. Morgane takes us through the journey of how she temporarily left the spotlights to create life. While recovering and learning the new rhythm of motherhood, tune in to hear how she managed to squeeze in the time to train and return the stage of LUZIA.

DOMINIC CHAMPAGNE! Master of Theater & Director of Cirque du Soleil's Varekai, Zumanity, & Love

From a chance encounter in an Italian traditional circus to being the man in charge of Cirque Du Soleil's iconic shows, Dominic comically walks us through his adventures on the road. While gracefully navigating show biz taboos, this interview will inspire without shying away from the 'unspoken' difficulties of creating a show.

PHILIPPE BÉLANGER! Fierce Artist, Entrepreneur & Negotiator

As an artist, how do you negotiate a contract? How do you bring value to your performance in the ever-changing entertainment market? Philippe tells us how his experience in KOOZA, PARAMOUR, and VOLTA taught him how to bring his career to the next level! Whether you are prepping to negotiate your next contract, curious of the business side of show biz, or simply want to have a laugh with this charismatic unicyclist, tune in to hear Phil’s insightful stories.

OYUN-ERDENE SENGE! The Cirque du Soleil Star of Contortion

Bending over four Cirque Du Soleil shows, Oyuna has been under their spotlights since the age of 11! In this mind-bending episode, we follow Oyun Erdene Senge through her incredible life as Cirque du Soleil’s contortion star. Proudly representing Mongolia all around the world, in what they now consider a traditional art form, Oyuna has been upside down, inside out and backwards with Cirque for over 18 years.

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