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Backdrops for Stages
Theater productions often use backdrops to set the tone or environment of a scene. The backdrops can be changeable and the production can use several backdrops for one play, or the backdrop can be a permanent fixture throughout the duration of the play.
Money Magic Tricks
Many magicians like to use money as a prop when performing magic tricks. Money magic tricks with coins and with banknotes prove very popular with both magicians and spectators alike. But why are tricks with money so powerful and so popular?
Easy Card Tricks Revealed
How often have you found yourself at a get together, seeking for means to quickly make an impression on your friends? In case you are one wanting to learn sleight of hand, there are several easy tricks that any person can carry out.
Battle Lines
A photo gallery spotlighting the puppet horses created by the Handspring Puppet Company for the National Theatre productions of WAR HORSE, based on the novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford with the Handspring Puppet Company, directed by Marianne Elliott and Tom Morris.
The Lowry - Celebrating Its Tenth Birthday in 2009
If you're planning a holiday to Manchester this year, be sure to stop by to join in the celebration of The Lowry Theatre's tenth birthday. The Lowry opened in April of 2000, an inviting, modern building of glass and metal situated to reflect the surrounding water and landscapes of the reju
Ideas for Selling School Play Tickets
If you've volunteered to sell tickets for the school play, begin by enlisting the help of some experts. Sign up with one of the dozens of free online ticketing agents and forego the hassle of keeping up with ticket charts. Ticketstorm.com is a national company that provides box office...
Ballet Pointe Shoes - Explode Your Performance by Choosing the Right Ones
You will never be able to perform at your explosive best without understanding the difference between training ballet pointe shoes and performance shoes. Here's your chance to learn the secrets to take control of your feet!
Spamalot Tickets Are More Than Just a Canned Treat
Spamalot is a touring musical that borrows heavily from its Monty Python roots. A true spoof is rare to find but this show is one that is letting audiences realized that yes, you can have theatre that is produced strictly for enjoyment and fun. This award-winning musical is currently seen on Broadwa
The Catch-22 of Oscars
The problem with the Oscars is everyone has an opinion, yet no one is surprised when they announce the winners. Oscar ratings have been steadily dwindling every year. People are losing interest in the value of such an awards ceremony where it's created its own market for film so that "seri
Types of Lighting for Theatre
Theaters use props, scenery and the atmosphere created by light and sound to help create the resemblance of reality for the theatrics on the stage, and lighting plays a huge part in this. The dramatic effects possible with lighting have only increased as technology has progressed, and...
L Young Composes to Bring About Change
Songwriter/vocalist/producer L. Young spend time putting together songs with melody, rhythm and lyrics with deep meaning to evoke change. When he is not composing, recording or producing albums for popular singers, he is performing on the road with such icons as En Vogue.
The Importance of Choosing Appropriate Dance Accessories for Ballroom Dancing
In ballroom dancing, a pair of shoes is one of the most important accessories. Ballroom dancers are aware of the fact that having an appropriate dance shoe means that they have come to discover the joys of dancing to ballroom music.
The Musical of Priscilla Queen of the Desert
Top off your Christmas with one of the most long running pop musicals in recent history. If you are looking to spoil yourself with a holiday treat, Priscilla, Queen of the Desert - The Musical is currently playing in the West End with special shows playing around the Christmas holiday.
Magic is a Business
Thinking of going into the arena of performing magic for a living? The following article will give a few tips about the business side of this performing art.
2010 TV Talk Show Season Premieres
Oprah's final season. Dr. Phil takes on domestic violence. Dr. Oz. shares his cancer scare. What's in store for your favorite talk show this season? Find out more.
Casting Calls Are Free
As a budding performer, you should make it your responsibility to do as much performing as possible. While in school, some have done some work in commercials, radio voice-overs and feature films.
Pole Dancing Workout - Lose Weight, Get Sexy and Fit at the Same Time
While most people look at pole dancing as something that is used in striptease routines there are thousands of women that have understood the many benefits that this practice brings to the table. We are basically in front of a great way to get sexier and fitter while doing something that you will su