Hideaway Circus Podcast

Hideaway Circus Podcast

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Hideaway Circus Podcast episodes

  • Episode 23- New jean jackets and an interview with Amy Cohen, executive director of the American Youth Circus Organization
    On this week's episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about their new jingle, the costumes from SLUMBER, and interview Amy Cohen, the executive director of the American Youth Circus Organization. Amy had some fascinating insights into the world of social circus and the rise of circus schools in the US. If you enjoy the episode, please rate us on iTunes and have a great week! •[07:55] How Amy got involved in circus •[14:45] Fulbright Scholarship and Amy's Experience in London •[27:00] Social Circus •[41:05] Amy's New Organization "Circus Culture" •[45:55] Rise of Circus Schools in America
    57 min
  • Episode 22- Joseph Pinzon, circus performer and director
    On this week’s episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about the rehearsal process for their new circus and dance show SLUMBER, and interview circus performer and director, Joe Pinzon. Joe’s performed with numerous companies including Cirque Du Soleil, 7 Doigts, and Cirque Eloise and has now recently directed his own show, Filament. If you enjoy episode, please rate the show on iTunes and share the podcast with your friends. Have a great week!
    56 min
  • Episode 22- SLUMBER rehearsals and an interview with Joe Pinzon, circus performer and director.

    On this week's episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about the rehearsal process for their new circus/dance show SLUMBER, and interview circus performer and director, Joe Pinzon. Joe's performed with numerous companies including Cirque Du Soleil, 7 Doigts, and Cirque Eloise and has now recently directed his own show, Filament. If you enjoy episode, please rate the show on iTunes and share the podcast with your friends. Have a great week!

    • [12:11] On growing up in Los Angeles • [17:01] Joe goes to circus school • [22:40] Beginning a performing career • [28:35] Joe's latest creation, Filament • [45:40] A mutual love of RuPaul

    55 min
  • Episode 21- Jessica Hentoff, founder of Circus Harmony
    On this week’s episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about their current pillow fight prop testing for SLUMBER and interview circus performer turned educator, Jessica Hentoff. Jessica’s journey is a fascinating one, starting with touring in various tented shows to now running a non-profit youth circus organization in St. Louis. If you enjoy episode, please rate the show on iTunes and share the podcast with your friends. Have a great week!
    59 min
  • Episode 21- Pillow fights and an interview with Jessica Hentoff, founder of Circus Harmony

    On this week's episode, Josh and Lyndsay. If you enjoy episode, please rate the show on iTunes and share the podcast with your friends. Have a great week!

    • [09:49] Jessica's introduction to circus • [18:56] Raising a circus family • [21:00] Early days of performing with tented shows • [29:04] Moving to St. Louis • [33:01] Jessica on Circus Harmony • [43:44] Social circus crosses international boarders

    People Mentioned: Circus Kingdom Karen Gersh Circus Flora Big Apple Circus David Spalding

    57 min
  • Episode 20- Keith Nelson, founder of the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus
    On this week’s episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about the casting process for their new show SLUMBER and their trip to Coney Island this weekend. They also sat down with the one and only Keith Nelson. Keith was one of the founders of the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, a non-profit circus organization in NYC, and is talented juggler, emcee, and sideshow performer. If you enjoy episode, please rate the show on iTunes and share the podcast with your friends. Have a great week!
    37 min
  • Episode 20- Casting SLUMBER and an interview Keith Nelson, founder of the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus

    On this week's episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about the casting process for their new show SLUMBER and their trip to Coney Island this weekend. They also sat down with the one and only Keith Nelson. Keith was one of the founders of the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, a non-profit circus organization in NYC, and is talented juggler, emcee, and sideshow performer. If you enjoy episode, please rate the show on iTunes and share the podcast with your friends. Have a great week!

    • [12:22] Keith's early influences • [16:07] Starting the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus • [20:15] Challenges of circus in NYC • [22:44] The Cardboard and Duck Tape Spectacular • [27:23] Offering a stage for performers to grow • [30:16] NYC Unicycle Festival

    People Mentioned: Hovey Burgress Chashama David Hunt Circus Smirkus NYC Unicycle Festival

    37 min

About Hideaway Circus Podcast

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Hosted by creative producers Josh & Lyndsay Aviner, the Hideaway Circus Podcast features industry analysis and interviews with creators in circus, theater, and dance.