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While you may think of cabaret as being an American creation, its name tells us otherwise. Cabaret is a French word that originally referred to any business that sold alcohol. In fact, cabaret as we know it today probably started in Paris when a casual saloon known as Le Chat Noir opened its doors in 1881. In this informal setting, musicians, composers, poets, and artists …

For many young people around the world, working as a freelance dancer is a dream come true. But it isn't always easy, especially when you're just starting your career. Whether you're making the transition from a professional training program into an apprenticeship, a traineeship, or even your first paid job, the whole process can be really stressful.In this post, we're going to …

Choosing or designing stage costumes can be challenging, but if you master the basic principles, you’ll have the actors in your production looking like pros in no time at all. Firstly, it’s important that the costumes fit in with the era in which the production is set. Make sure that you remain consistent with this and that everyone in the show wears costumes from the same t …

The holiday season is always the perfect time to take in some fabulous shows which is why we’ve put together a selection of our top picks for you to enjoy this year. Traditionally, the festive season is a time for families, so it should come as no surprise that most of our picks are suitable for the kids too. Christmas Spectacular- Radio City Rockettes This Christmas m …

Musical productions often seek to tell a story. The dancers movements, facial expressions, and costumes all add to the audiences’ understanding of the tale. Different styles of dance have their own unique costumes which speak of the dance’s origins, and the most successful performers choose their outfit very carefully to make sure it fits in with the production. Here's …