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🎭 Theaters Across Cultures 🩰 Yesterday, I had the pleasure of watching the famous Nutcracker ballet at the iconic Fox Theater in Detroit, USA. Having spent the holiday season in Germany and the UK in previous years, I noticed some fascinating differences between attending ballets or plays in Germany and the USA: 🩰 Atmosphere and Audience Interaction: In the USA, the atmosphere feels more lively and interactive, with audiences frequently clapping and cheering enthusiastically. In contrast, performances in Germany are typically quieter and more reserved, with applause usually reserved for intermissions or the end of the performance. 🩰 Timing and Punctuality: In Germany, performances begin precisely on time, and arriving late is considered very disrespectful as it disrupts the audience's experience. In the USA, however, it’s common for many attendees not to be seated when the performance begins. Even after the show starts, ushers often guide latecomers to their seats with flashlights, which can be distracting. 🩰 Venue Experience and Concessions: US-American theaters often have a more commercialized atmosphere, with extensive concessions and merchandise readily available. It’s normal to bring food, such as popcorn, and drinks into the theater. In contrast, German theaters tend to prioritize the performance itself, with fewer distractions and a more traditional approach to the theater experience. 🩰 Leaving Early: In the USA, a noticeable number of audience members leave during intermission or immediately after the performance ends, often skipping the opportunity to applaud the performers. This is quite unusual in Germany, where the audience shows deep appreciation, and applause can last several minutes as a sign of respect and admiration for the performers. It was a thought-provoking experience, highlighting how cultural differences can influence even something as universal as enjoying the performing arts! 💡 What are theaters like in your culture? __________________________________ ✅ Do you operate globally? Are you hosting international teams? ✅ As a certified intercultural trainer, I can help you onboard new team members faster and more smoothly. With personalized training, I can improve your team's efficiency and reduce internal friction in just one morning. This will boost motivation and drive your company's success. ✅ Don't miss out on global opportunities—contact me today for more information. #InterculturalTraining #InterculturalCompetence #ExpatLifeUSA #InterculturalCommunication #TeamBuilding #GermanCulture #USACulture #Christmas #Nutcracker #Ballet

I am so proud to introduce to my network a phenomenal initiative much anticipated here in my home town-Australia’s #GoldCoast A #LyricTheatre, as a venue dedicated to musical and theatrical performances, can have significant impacts on the economy, community, the arts and artists, and tourism. Here’s how: #Economy simple as 1,2,3. 1.Job Creation:The operation of a Lyric Theatre creates jobs in various sectors such as administration, production, marketing, and front-of-house services. 2. Local Businesses:The influx of audiences can boost local businesses like #restaurants, #hotels, and retail stores, increasing revenue for the area. 3. #RealEstate:The presence of a cultural institution can increase property values and stimulate investment . #Community in 3 formats 1. Cultural Engagement: It can offer programs and workshops that engage the community, fostering a deeper appreciation for the arts. 2. Education:Partnerships with schools can provide educational opportunities and inspire young people through exposure to the arts. 3. Social Cohesion: It serves as a gathering place, bringing together diverse groups within the community and fostering a sense of shared identity and pride. #TheArts and #Artists 1. Platform for Talent:It provides a stage for emerging and established artists to showcase their work, supporting their careers and artistic development. 2. Creative Hub:Can become a center for innovation in the arts, encouraging collaboration and the development of new works. 3. Funding and Grants:Can attract funding and grants that support not only the venue but also local artists and artistic initiatives. #Tourism in 3 ways 1. Attraction:High-quality performances and events can draw tourists, boosting tourism. 2. Cultural Reputation:A successful Lyric Theatre can enhance the cultural reputation of a city or region, making it a destination for cultural tourism. 3. #Events and #Festivals:Hosting festivals and special events can attract international visitors and media attention. 5 Examples of Successes Worldwide 1. Sydney Opera House, Australia:An iconic landmark, it has become a major tourist attraction, contributing significantly to Sydney’s economy and cultural identity. 2. West End Theatres, London:Known for its high-quality productions, it attracts millions of tourists each year, significantly impacting London’s economy and cultural landscape. 3. Broadway, New York City:A major tourist attraction, Broadway theatres generate billions of dollars in revenue annually, supporting a vast network of artists and related businesses. 4. Lyric Theatre, Belfast:It has played a crucial role in the cultural revival of Belfast, providing a platform for local artists and attracting visitors from around the world. 5. Shanghai Grand Theatre, China: It has enhanced Shanghai's reputation as a global city and a cultural destination, attracting international performances and tourists. More than a cultural vitality!! Thanks City of Gold Coast Click below

Friends, colleagues: happy to share this with you 😊 "In summary, Taxopoulou’s text is one that provides an approach to sustainable theatre from many angles and looks at how theatre companies are working through climate/environmental issues at all levels of administration and leadership. While it is a valuable book for anyone who seeks inspiration and knowledge about sustainable theatre practices in several industrialized nations, it is a must-have for arts administrators and theatre company leaders. It includes many well-designed illustrations of sustainability strategies and photographs that are excellent to reference, along with extensive end-of-chapter notes and citations. The text should have a good shelf life, as it also captures a snapshot of current workings in sustainable theatre and mostly provides accounts of events that will still be relevant for many years to come. https://lnkd.in/d8T8jyPY

The Arts Council England just launched a very exciting pilot repayable grant scheme to boost large-scale theatre and dance tours across the UK. This innovative model could be transformative, creating a much-needed, sustainable framework for arts funding. The initiative strengthens the arts' reach and opens doors for more communities to experience world-class performances, bridging cultural access gaps. This approach could have a hugely positive impact on Australia, a nation inherently structured as a touring market. In a market where producers are battling increasing insurance, salaries, travel, freight and security costs an initiative like this would help producers and promoters keep ticket prices accessible for all audiences. A similar model here could expand opportunities across smaller metropolitan areas and regional communities, enabling productions to reach and develop audiences in more markets. This is an opportunity to rethink how we support and sustain our vibrant arts scene, making it more resilient and accessible. https://lnkd.in/g4P2MzDJ

Calling all theatre-makers: rural touring needs you! PITCH UP offers an exclusive opportunity to pitch your show to touring schemes from across the UK. · Never toured your show on the rural network before? · Have toured but only with some of the network? · Have toured but not for a while? For this round of PITCH UP, we're focusing on theatre shows that are fully prepared for performance and ideally feature a cast of three or more. Productions should be versatile and adaptable to fit the unique needs of rural touring venues. Not sure if rural touring is the right fit for your show? Questions about scale or fees? Let’s have a conversation ahead of your application - see details below. PITCH UP provides a welcoming space, where you can pitch your show to programmers from across the rural touring network via a digital showcase. An experienced panel of rural touring professionals can learn more about your show and also help answer your questions, address concerns, and explore how rural touring could be a great opportunity for your production. After the showcase programmers can contact companies they are interested in booking. The Dates: Applications open Tuesday 1st October. Applications close Friday 1st November Showcase for successful applicants (via Zoom) Monday 25th November, 7-9 pm Successful applicants will be asked to ‘pitch’ their show for 10 minutes with a further 10 minutes of Q&A with the panel. Pitches can use slides, audio and video in your pitch – the choice is yours! Find out more and apply to be part of this unique opportunity (you will need to create a free Eventotron profile first): https://bit.ly/3SByVEP If you need any assistance with the application or pitching process, please contact Hannah Prior at [email protected] #opportunity #artists #ruraltouring #applynow #pitchup @artscouncilofengland @ruraltouring

📣 Calling all theatre-makers: Rural Touring needs YOU! 📣 PITCH UP offers an exclusive opportunity to pitch your show to touring schemes from across the UK. 👉 Never toured the rural network before? 👉 Have toured but only with a few schemes? 👉 Have toured, but not for a while? For this round of PITCH UP, we're focusing on theatre shows that are fully prepared for performance and ideally feature a cast of three or more. Productions should be versatile and adaptable to fit the unique needs of rural touring venues. Not sure if rural touring is the right fit for your show? Questions about scale or fees? Let’s have a conversation ahead of your application - see details below. PITCH UP provides a welcoming space, where you can pitch your show to programmers from across the rural touring network via a digital showcase. An experienced panel of rural touring professionals can learn more about your show and also help answer your questions, address concerns, and explore how rural touring could be a great opportunity for your production. After the showcase programmers can contact companies they are interested in booking. ⭐️Applications close Friday 1st Nov ⭐️ Showcase for successful applicants (via Zoom) 25th November, 7-9 pm Successful applicants will be asked to ‘pitch’ their show for 10 minutes with a further 10 minutes of Q&A with the panel. Pitches can use slides, audio and video in your pitch – the choice is yours! Find out more and apply to be part of this unique opportunity (you will need to create a free Eventotron profile first): https://bit.ly/3SByVEP If you need any assistance with the application or pitching process, please contact Hannah Prior at [email protected] #opportunity #artists #ruraltouring #applynow #pitchup

BOOK REVIEW: Thrilled to see a review of 'Digital Performing Arts – Participatory Practices in a Digital Age edited by Aleksandar Dundjerovic and Ivan Pravdic University of Arts in Belgrade (in collaboration with @Royal Birmingham Conservatoire), Belgrade, 2023 https://lnkd.in/e4yB2qgG “Persephone Sextou tells a story of applied theatre, Digital Solutions to Applied Theatre in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, in response to COVID-19. Since C19 started, performers have not been allowed in children’s hospitals due to safety restrictions. During that time, children’s health and well-being worsened due to a lack of entertainment. Therefore, movies and other forms of digital media were made for specific age groups using theatre and performance principles. The whole project is a good base for creating interdisciplinary art and scientific-based events in paediatrics” [...] "When it comes to new and interdisciplinary fields, advancements will be continuous and may further spawn another, hybrid forms". by Svjetlana Pravdić I look forward to exploring new paths of engaging with the Serbian colleagues in interdisciplinary studies, publications, practices and conferences #interdisciplinary #crosscultural #research #digitalarts #theatre #performingarts #digitalmedia

🔥 Excited to join the panel on AI during UK Creative Festival, together with Kat Hahn, Prof Victoria Baines, Tom Ellis and Calypso Newman. 💡 The question is not how we leverage AI to make better creative, but how we leverage creativity to make better AI

White Rabbit, Red Rabbit by Nassim Soleimanpour has been performed 18 times in Singapore since 2014: 2014 NUS Arts Festival Oliver Chong, Shiv Tandan, Nora Samosir, Paula Sim & Li Xie (Mandarin Version) 2014 United World College of South East Asia 2 student performers, performed in English? 2015 M1 Singapore Fringe Festival Lim Kay Siu, Pam Oei, Benjamin Kheng & Karen Tan 2015 Singapore Repertory Theatre Gaurav Kripalani 2016 M1 Singapore Fringe Festival Munah Bagharib, Neo Swee Lin, Udaya Soundari (Tamil Version), Sani Hussin (Malay Version) & Dennis Chew (Mandarin Version) 2024 Method Productions Kamil Haque Come Wed 13 March 2024, Gary Tang and Doreen Toh will add their names to the list above when they perform in Cantonese and Hokkien. Join us! 7.15pm Gary Tang (Cantonese Version) 9.30pm Doreen Toh (Hokkien Version) There will be no surtitles during the show. Rating: Advisory 16 - Some Mature Content and Coarse Language Tickets: $30 & $25 (Student, Senior Citizen, NSF and PWD) Email [email protected] to book tickets Every ticket sold counts as it will help defray cost for this self-funded project. More info: https://lnkd.in/g4mmb3rw Image: Clker Free Vector Images from Pixabay

3 global projects executed using BIM - Part I 1. The Sydney Opera House (Australia) The Sydney Opera House, an iconic symbol of Australia, was significantly upgraded using BIM. Despite being completed in 1973, the opera house's renovation and maintenance presented unique challenges due to its intricate geometry and historical significance. BIM was critical to developing an accurate digital model of the structure. This model enabled the project team to meticulously plan renovations, resulting in minimal disruption to the building's operations while maintaining its architectural integrity. BIM enabled more precise planning for structural repairs, electrical upgrades, and HVAC system installations. The digital model also helped with ongoing maintenance by providing a comprehensive reference for future work, thereby extending the life of this architectural masterpiece. #BIMProject #Buildinginformationmodeling #SydneyOperaHouse #Skillbindeducation