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Cirque du Soleil | Where Magic Meets Performance
What began as stilt walkers, jugglers, and fire breathers in a small Canadian village has grown into a global phenomenon. Cirque du Soleil isn’t just a show—it’s a revolution in art, music, and performance.
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From live TV tapings to blockbuster events, 1iota puts you in the room where the magic happens. Sit in the audience, cheer with the crowd, and even meet celebrities from around the globe.
With a mission to create opportunities for all—including partnerships that open doors in film and TV—1iota makes unforgettable experiences accessible to everyone.
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Cinema Makeup School | Interviews | Casting Calls
Cinema Makeup School
- How Skin Types and Tones Affect Special Effects Makeup Results? January 28, 2026Special effects makeup is all about transforming faces and bodies into characters that look real, bizarre, or fantastical. From realistic wounds and burns to aging effects and fantastical creatures, SFX makeup demands both creativity and a deep knowledge of the skin. When artists work on different projects, they often face the challenge of dealing with […]
- How to Make Googly Eyes with SFX Makeup? January 27, 2026Googly eyes makeup is one of the most fun and eye-catching effects in special effects makeup. You may have seen it in horror movies, fantasy characters, creative photoshoots, or Halloween looks. This makeup style creates a playful or creepy eye illusion that instantly grabs attention. This SFX makeup look may look difficult at first, but […]
- Why SFX Makeup Is Still Worth Learning in the Age of AI? January 23, 2026Artificial Intelligence is slowly becoming part of the beauty and creative industries. From face analysis tools to AI-generated makeup looks and character designs, technology now offers instant information, tips, and visual ideas. – Because so much information is now easily available through AI tools, many aspiring artists begin to wonder if learning special effects makeup […]
- On-Set SFX Makeup Challenges and How Artists Solve Them January 21, 2026Working as a special effects makeup artist on set is one of the most demanding jobs in film and television production. Unlike beauty or corrective makeup, SFX makeup involves prosthetics, wounds, aging effects, creatures, blood effects and heavy materials that must survive long shooting hours. Every detail must look realistic, stay consistent and hold up […]
- Why Consistency Matters in Special Effects Makeup? January 17, 2026Special effects makeup is not just about talent or creativity. It is also about discipline, patience and practice. Many artists think that one great makeup look is enough to prove their skills. In reality, what truly separates a beginner from a professional is consistency. Consistency means putting in regular effort, practicing frequently and delivering quality […]
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- Cher’s Luther Vandross Grammys Gaffe Joins a Long List of Award Show Flubs February 2, 2026“I don’t do this part very well,” the singer said, just before she seemed to award a Grammy to Luther Vandross, who died in 2005. Plenty of celebrities have made similar goofs.
- Grammy Awards Highlights: Bad Bunny Takes Album of the Year in Groundbreaking Win February 2, 2026He is the first Spanish-language artist to win the ceremony’s top prize. Kendrick Lamar with SZA took record of the year, and Billie Eilish won song of the year. Lady Gaga, Olivia Dean and Lola Young were also honored.
- Billy Bass Nelson, Original Bassist for Funkadelic, Dies at 75 February 2, 2026George Clinton, while working as a barber, recruited him. Mr. Nelson went on to name the group and, with his bandmates, to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
- Kid Rock to Headline TPUSA Alternate Halftime Show February 2, 2026Turning Point USA, the advocacy group founded by Charlie Kirk, will present a streamed concert that will go up against Bad Bunny’s performance at the Super Bowl.
- Grammys 2026 Winners List: Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar, Olivia Dean and More February 2, 2026A complete rundown of the artists, albums, songs and videos that took home trophies at the 68th annual awards.
The Southern Casting Call
- TW Cast & Recruit “RJ DECKER” - WILMINGTON, NC: - SEEKING ADULT STAND IN FOR ALL CHILD ACTORS - DURATION OF FILMING - JANUARY 15TH. - APRIL 2026 January 13, 2026TW Cast & Recruit“RJ DECKER” – WILMINGTON, NC: – SEEKING ADULT STAND IN FOR ALL CHILD ACTORS – DURATION OF FILMING – JANUARY 15TH. – APRIL 2026We are looking for adults under a specific height (4’11”) to stand in for any recurring child actors on RJ Decker, filming semi-frequently through the end of Spring (April […]
- On Location Casting ATLANTA, GA area SERIES “Tulsa King” FEATURED BACKGROUND CASTING - DIRECTOR SELECTS ATLANTA, GA area January 13, 2026On Location CastingATLANTA, GA areaSERIES “Tulsa King”FEATURED BACKGROUND CASTING – DIRECTOR SELECTS**NEW FACES WHO HAVE NOT ALREADY BEEN SCHEDULEDFOR or WORKED IN ANOTHER ROLE/SCENE – ONLY!!** –IF YOU WORKED AT ALL THIS SEASON – please DO NOT SUBMIT FOR THIS!**—————————–-IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SUBMITTED FOR THIS ROLE – IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO SUBMIT AGAIN! […]
- CL Casting ATSB CRIME SCENE Seeking Men & Women to portray Medical examiners, Detectives, & Field techs All ethnicities / Age 30 and over Date: 1/13 Location: Conyers, Ga January 12, 2026CL CastingATSBCRIME SCENESeeking Men & Women to portrayMedical examiners, Detectives, & Field techsAll ethnicities / Age 30 and overDate: 1/13Rate: 96/8Location: Conyers, GaHOW TO SUBMITEmail – [email protected] at least 3 pics (include a dated photo and full body)include age, height, weight and all contact infoSUBJECT: There’s been a Crime!!CL Casting ATSB CRIME SCENE Seeking Men […]
- jenny alison casting NASHVILLE AREA CASTING CALL – BACKGROUND TALENT PROJECT: 911 NASHVILLE Looking for FIT females 30-45 years of age January 12, 2026jenny alison castingNASHVILLE AREA CASTING CALL – BACKGROUND TALENTPROJECT: 911 NASHVILLE (20th Century Television)TYPE: Non-Union Background WorkLOCATION: Nashville, TN (Local Hires Only)DATE:Thursday, January 15thWHO:Looking for FIT females 30-45 years of age to play friends at bible study. Looking for a more upscale, sophisticated look for this.PAY RATE:$100/8hrs ($12.50…jenny alison casting NASHVILLE AREA CASTING CALL – […]
- Tona B. Dahlquist Casting The Hunting Wives, Charlotte,NC Seeking for Photo Shoot. Caucasian Female, Long Dark Hair (example could be a character “Jill” look) Age late 30’s - 40’s. January 12, 2026Tona B. Dahlquist CastingThe Hunting Wives, Charlotte,NCSeeking for Photo Shoot.Caucasian Female, Long Dark Hair (example could be a character “Jill” look) Age late 30’s – 40’s.———————————–Should not have been seen/featured as any other type role this season. Please include any scenes you have filmed last season or this season you may have been featured or […]
BACKSTAGE
- ''Sgraffito'' () - Shoots March 13 and 27-30 in St. Louis, MO. Bea Peters will be needed for all filming dates. Gene Keating will be needed on the 28 and 30. A reporter will be needed on the 28. February 2, 2026Film Student Film: Casting "Sgraffito," a short student film. Logline: After her best friend and documentary subject suddenly commits suicide, a film student reviews the footage, uncovering the truth about her death. Casting 3 roles
- 'Liarsville Gold Rush Trail Camp' (Alaska Travel Adventures) - Works April-October in Skagway, AK. Note: Contracts lengths vary. February 2, 2026More Projects Live Performing Arts: Casting performers and musicians (preferably both) to live and work at Liarsville Trail Camp in Skagway, AK. Liarsville is a historic reenactment gold rush trail camp. The cast of sourdoughs, gold panners, and dance hall girls entertain guests as they dine and explore the camp as well as perform a […]
- ''Perfect Crime,' Equity ASM' (Perfect Crime Inc.) - Three Training Rehearsals the week ending Feb. 10 (flexible on which performances); runs Feb. 9-15 for eight performances in NYC. February 2, 2026More Projects General Staff + Crew: Seeking a last-minute substitute Equity Assistant stage manager for "Perfect Crime". Casting 1 role
- 'Mountain Steakhouse Commercial, Restaurant Guests' (Windsong Productions) - Shoots Feb. 25 in Coarsegold, CA (Central California.) February 2, 2026Branded Content / Commercial TV Commercial: Casting extras to play restaurant guests for a steakhouse commercial. Casting 1 role
- ''The Line,' Crew' (BC Film Productions) - Works Feb. 27-March 1 in L.A. February 2, 2026Film Short Film: Seeking crew for "The Line," a short film. Logline: In 2077, two countries have been at war for over 50 years. Two young men are randomly selected for a bizarre game show where they compete in televised challenges in order to win land for their country. Casting 9 roles
Brown Girls Do Ballet
Her Story
TaKiyah & Charlie
photo: Omar Ramos
Brown Girls Do Ballet®, a philanthropic organization often featured for its noteworthy Instagram movement, began in 2013 as a personal photography project by TaKiyah Wallace in an effort to highlight girls of African, Asian, East Indian, Hispanic, and Native American ancestry in Ballet programs. Wallace was taken by surprise upon discovering the lack of cultural diversity in local ballet schools while searching for a program for her then 3-year-old. Like any mom, she grew concerned about how her daughter would feel in a class where no one resembled her.
Through her engagement with dancers, their families, and the ballet community, TaKiyah developed a passion for redefining a classically Eurocentric art form to reflect what America is today: beautifully diverse. Striving to touch the lives of little ballerinas, she set out to simply provide a media outlet highlighting the diversity. Little did she know, a movement would be born, and this photo project would become so much more.
Brown Girls Do Ballet
Brown Girls Do Ballet® is a division of Brown Girls Do.® , Inc, a registered 501(c)3. Our purpose is to promote inclusivity in the arts by providing annual scholarships, a mentor network, and community programs to empower young girls. Our mission is supported by merchandise sales and fundraisers.
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