“The true theater, because it moves and makes use of living instruments, continues to stir up shadows where life has never ceased to grope its way.” ~ ANTONIN ARTAUD, preface, The Theater and Its Double I don’t believe any single thought or comment can completely illustrate what theater is all about, specifically this year’s BolderLife […]
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RSS feed for this sectionTalking with Robyn Vie Carpenter-Brisco about manifesting a joyful life
17
Oct
Come this Sunday, Oct. 19, we will welcome Robyn Vie Carpenter-Brisco to the BolderLife Festival stage, as part of the Education Program. This nationally known writer, speaker, and spiritual teacher, will share her life’s mission: The 5 Principles of Joy – Discovering the Joy of Being You. Learn more about this special presentation and reserve […]
Behind the Screen: “Derby, Baby!”
12
Oct
With just a few DAYS left until the opening gala of the 2014 Festival, we wanted to take a few minutes to review the feature narrative film “Derby, Baby.” This film will be screened Oct. 17, as part of the Women’s Program. Did you know more than 30,000 women participate in roller derby leagues around the world? Or, […]
Delving into powerful words, unity, and inspiring acts with Ash Beckham
12
Oct
The first few minutes of any new event, experience or happening in our lives can be some of the most exciting, anxiety-filled and possibly scary moments we’ll know. Yet, at the same time, the unknown can also lead to some of the most memorable and life-changing adventures we’ll ever have. That’s why we take extra […]
In their own words: A sneak peek at what BLF speakers have to say
04
Oct
It’s true, a picture may be worth a thousand words, but words are also immensely powerful in their ability to inspire, inform, empower and entertain. It’s why we remember a favorite lyric from a song, a quote from a play, movie or book, and why we remember how it feels when words lift us up […]
Partner/Sponsor Spotlight: Catching up with Stonestreet Works
28
Sep
Note: Our sponsors/partners are an enormously important and impactful part of the BolderLife Festival. In this installment of the Partner/Sponsor Spotlight we caught up with Stonestreet Works for a chat. For more than a decade, a collective of freelancers operating as Stonestreet Works, with an extensive and diverse creative and technical knowledge base, has been providing […]
10 fascinating facts about the 2014 BLF Festival
27
Sep
It’s been proven that people are fans of lists. Top 10 lists, lists of the most/best/worst (fill in the blank), bucket lists, and the like. Perhaps an exception to the love affair with lists is the dreaded ‘to do list,’ although I’m sure we all know people who thrive on making that type of list […]
BLF Meet & Greet: Laurie Haak, Fine Art Program Director and Staff Photographer
20
Sep
Note: You’ve seen their names, their faces, and know a bit about their backgrounds, and through the BLF Meet & Greet profiles you can learn a little more about the people who share their skills, passions, and talents to bring forth the mission of BolderLife. ~ How did you get involved in the BolderLife Festival, […]
Step right up and get your BolderLife tickets today
15
Sep
Do you remember as a child when the anxious anticipation of an upcoming event was nearly too much to stand? Ok, honestly, we all know the feelings of sheer excitement and the agony of having to wait are not limited just to children. Regardless, sometimes the only thing that makes the wait bearable is confirmation […]
Behind the Screen: “Blackbird”
14
Sep
In this installment of our film preview series leading up to the 2014 Festival, we explore the feature narrative “Blackbird.” “Blackbird” written and directed by Jamie Chambers, produced by James Barrett (91 minutes) Set in a picturesque seaside Scottish village, the interior character and conflicts presented in “Blackbird” may appear familiar to anyone who has ever sought […]