Josh, Joe, Bob, Peter, Cathy, and the entire team at FDA are delighted to announce the promotion of Scott Madaski (Associate) to the Head of FDA’s Stage Rigging and Automation Department.
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We took great pleasure in coming together with the rest of the global performing arts community for the ISPA | International Society for the Performing Arts conference. It truly was an impactful and moving experience.
Joshua Dachs offer up some salient ideas about the future of performance and performing arts venues. He was joined on the panel by Liv Aira of Jillat Sami Dance Center, Sybil Wa of Diamond Schmitt, and Todd Hensley was the moderator.
Theater Consultant Joshua Dachs of Fisher Dachs Associates traces the historical development of theatre and asks the question, are these developments revolutionary or evolutionary.
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We’ve had a busy year so far here at Fisher Dachs Associates, and while we’d like to tell you every single thing we’ve done (because it’s awesome), here are just a select few for your quick consumption.
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When we celebrate Women’s History Month, we recognize the accomplishments and advancements of women in our society throughout centuries of injurious adversity in the face of structural and systemic setbacks, inequality, and injustice.
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Chita Rivera was more than just a star on stage, she was a force of nature who brought joy, beauty, and power to every performance. She was a master of expression, a visionary of creativity, and a champion of diversity. Most importantly, she was a dear friend to both Jules Fisher and Graciela Daniele.
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Picture a skyscraper, a marvel of modern engineering, soaring upwards. Its gleaming facade and intricate network of beams and trusses might lead you to believe it rose from the ground in an instant, a testament to human ingenuity. But the truth, like the building’s foundation, lies unseen. Beneath the surface lies a complex history, a network of interconnected layers – bedrock, concrete, steel – each crucial in supporting the structure’s present and determining its future potential.
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We often like to reflect on the past 12 months of achievements, innovations, and the state of design for cultural and performing arts venues. These insights reflect the changing needs and preferences of the artists, audiences, venue managers and operators, as well as the observations of those of us in the industry tasked with conceiving and developing these beautiful spaces.
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Lincoln Center Theater (under the direction of André Bishop) is pleased to announce the New York premiere of The Gardens Of Anuncia. The musical is inspired by the early life story of Graciela Daniele, who also directed and co-choreographed the work, with book, music, and lyrics by Michael John LaChiusa.
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Theatre Consultant Joshua Dachs presents the work of Public Works (New York) in community outreach and involvement — Theaters around the world are urgently exploring how to reach new audiences, and engage with communities who haven’t been touched by theatre before. PublicWorks exemplifies these efforts on a scale rarely seen before.
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