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Introductions / But it IS my circus, and they ARE my monkeys...

« on: Feb 16, 2016, 11:49 pm »

Lots of folks on Facebook want to post that meme.  I'm afraid that would make me a hypocrite!

Hello everyone -- I'm Terrence -- I'm a touring PSM for contemporary circus / illusion / musicals -- pretty much you name it.  I've been on the road with Spiegelworld's ABSINTHE and EMPIRE shows throughout Australia (twice), New Zealand, Japan, Canada and the US.  I'm about to head out for a quick run of LE NOIR in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Doha (say that one five times fast!).  Prior to the touring life and literally running the circus, I called illusion shows, namely David Copperfield and Steve Wyrick, both in Las Vegas.

I'm great with creative technical troubleshooting and "unique" calling situations, and am often the "fix it guy" for other people's stage management messes.  It's a good reputation to have in our biz.  But, then again, I'm sure none of the members here are the folks I've been cleaning up after.   

Nice to meet everyone,
Terrence

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Introductions / Re: The American Down Under

« on: Mar 23, 2014, 09:02 am »

Apologies for the delay, everyone.  I didn't realize that I hadn't selected to receive notification of replies!


To KMC -- Yes, the apps are both for profit and also because I have needs on my own productions, so there is a personal tie-in as well as a common need factor being addressed.  You are correct that it is difficult to combine profitability with high-feature apps for a small market.  The only real solution to this is to price said apps/software at a price that is appropriate for the number of units it is likely to sell.  While a hot $0.99 game may sell 20,000 copies in a day, an app for stage management is likely to sell 20 on a good day (and maybe not even that).  Most niche apps carry a higher price-tag simply because they have to in order to be viable.  If stage managers want those apps developed, that will be the cost.  I would love to discuss this more.

To Mac Calder -- Yes, that was me that toured through your lovely city in July/August of last year.  I had a great time in Perth and loved meeting the wonderful people during our season there.  Melbourne is treating us quite well at the moment -- nothing but packed shows and great reviews!

To PSMKay -- I am developing these apps myself, which I agree is what has been severely lacking from what little offerings we have seen.  While my first app is a take on show timing (and hopefully a serious improvement on what is out there), my second app (in development now) is specific to schedules and communication as you suggest.  I am more than willing to include input from a select group, but have found that opening the floor leads to too many cooks in the kitchen, if you know what I mean.  Currently, I have a group of 5 PSMs from different markets that test and give feedback for me before I release.

Thanks for the warm welcomes!

Terrence Williams

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Introductions / The American Down Under

« on: Mar 18, 2014, 08:59 am »

Hi everyone,

My name is Terrence Williams and I am currently the PSM on tour with Spiegelworld's EMPIRE which is presently in Melbourne, Australia.  My previous work includes stints with Cirque du Soleil, Farrington Productions in Las Vegas, Illusionist Steve Wyrick, and a stint as Production Manager for the hit show Absinthe at Caesars Palace which is what led to my current project - steering an Australian National Tour as an American on his first trip through the many lovely cities of the land down under.

I am also an avid coder and software developer.  Part of my reason for joining the board is to search for like-minded professionals to provide some input on the direction of the products I am designing.  My first app (name not mentioned so that people don't get too crazy) has just hit the app store so I'm very excited, as I dive into my second of a list of about eight apps for stage managers.

Looking forward to reading my way through the many topics on the board.

Terrence R. Williams
Production Stage Manager
EMPIRE Australian National Tour