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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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1iota | Be Part of the Show
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 […]
NYT > Arts
- A YouTuber’s Film Beat ‘Melania’ at the Box Office. Here’s How. February 9, 2026“Iron Lung,” a horror movie directed and funded by the video creator known as Markiplier, pulled in $22 million in its first weekend after fans across the country requested screenings.
- Bad Bunny Delivers Joyful Super Bowl Halftime Show February 9, 2026Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin joined the Puerto Rican musician in a show that celebrated Latino heritage and was performed mostly in Spanish. His appearance had become a political flashpoint amid his criticism of ICE.
- Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Review: A History Lesson Full of Puerto Rican Pride February 9, 2026The superstar showcased Puerto Rican pride during a 13-minute set that turned a global opportunity into an intimate, personal performance.
- Art Gallery Shows to See in February February 9, 2026This week in Newly Reviewed, Andrew Russeth covers Keith Haring’s rollicking murals, John Duff’s gritty inventiveness and a group show focused on the human body.
- 5 Super Bowl Halftime Shows That Sparked Controversies February 9, 2026America’s largest stage has become the locus of a few heated conversations about politics, culture or propriety.
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
- ''Bigger Baxter'' (Ringling College of Art and Design) - Shoots March 27-28 or 28-29 in Sarasota, Florida. February 9, 2026Film Student Film: Casting performers with comedic and dramatic chops for "Bigger Baxter," a surrealist drama-comedy student film. Supporting roles will be cast around the lead. Logline: Follows a moviegoer who finds his life being adapted into a film... about his life being adapted into a film. Casting 1 role
- ''Planet Supernova: The Academy'' (Jaeigh Gallagher Records) - Note: The project will include both virtual and in-person components, with early rounds filmed remotely via Zoom and later episodes filmed on location in Pennsylvania; currently ongoing and accepts submissions on a rolling basis. Selected applicants may be contacted for future rounds or updates as production progresses. February 9, 2026TV / Series Documentary Series: Casting and seeking crew for "Planet Supernova: The Academy," a documentary-style series following the formation of a groundbreaking global co-ed pop group under Jaeigh Gallagher Records. The series captures the entire process, from virtual auditions and remote training to final in-person chemistry tests, as talented artists from around the world […]
- ''Apple Crumble'' () - Rehearses March; shoots late March. February 9, 2026Film Short Film: Casting "Apple Crumble," a short film. Logline: Following the relationship between a surface-level normal mother and daughter, but a disparate trait lies between. A body horror/drama film that explores the essence of nature and narcissism. Casting 3 roles
- 'Lifestyle UGC Vertical Videos' (Vizzylabs) - Records remotely. February 9, 2026User Generated Content (UGC) Other UGC: Seeking UGC creators to make short-form vertical videos (30-90 seconds) about daily life, lifestyle, online trends, and life hacks. Casting 1 role
- ''(All) At Sea' Masters Thesis Short Film' (Johns Hopkins University) - Shoots Mar. 14-16, 2026 in Baltimore, MD. February 9, 2026Film Student Film: Casting "(All) At Sea," a masters thesis film. Synopsis: After a year of trying to get pregnant, Brendas faith is tested when she miscarries. With laws in place that prohibit her from getting the health care she needs, and her religious beliefs discouraging her from playing God, she is tasked with making […]
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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