Ready to explore a career after the stage? You are in the right place. Eve Castelo (former Cirque du Soleil artist now working in tech), brings you real stories of performers, creatives, and artists who’ve stepped out of the spotlight and into something new. We go behind the scenes of big pivots, career transitions, identity shifts, and the messy magic of reinvention. Whether you're still performing or freshly retired, Recast and Rise will help you see that you’re not starting over, you’re just starting your next act.
Recast and Rise - Career transition stories for artists
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Ready to explore a career after the stage? You are in the right place. Eve Castelo (former Cirque du Soleil artist now working in tech), brings you real stories of performers, creatives, and artists who’ve stepped out of the spotlight and into something new. We go behind the scenes of big pivots, career transitions, identity shifts, and the messy magic of reinvention. Whether you're still performing or freshly retired, Recast and Rise will help you see that you’re not starting over, you’re just starting your next act.
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July 8, 2026
From ballet dancer to mental performance coach : A career change story
<p>Kirsten Kemp dedicated her life to ballet. She trained at the Houston Ballet Academy, earned a BFA in Ballet from the University of Utah, and fulfilled her dream of dancing professionally with the Oklahoma City Ballet.</p><p><br /></p><p>After a knee injury led to an early end of her performing career, Kirsten found a new path. Today, she's the founder of The Confident Dancer, where she helps dancers overcome performance anxiety, perfectionism, self-doubt, and comparison so they can perform with more confidence and joy.</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode, we talk about navigating an unexpected career transition, discovering coaching, building an online business from the ground up, and finding an identity beyond performing.</p><p><br /></p><p>Whether you're an artist exploring your next chapter or someone interested in coaching or entrepreneurship, Kirsten shares practical advice on choosing a niche, building confidence, marketing your business, and giving yourself permission to grow into a new career.</p><p><br /></p><p>📍 In this episode, you'll learn</p><p>▸ How Kirsten transitioned from professional ballet dancer to coach</p><p>▸ How she discovered coaching during her career transition</p><p>▸ What it actually takes to build a successful coaching business</p><p>▸ Why choosing a niche is one of the biggest keys to success</p><p>▸ How to navigate the identity shift that comes with leaving the stage</p><p>▸ Why building a business takes patience, consistency, and the right mindset</p><p><br /></p><p>This conversation is packed with practical advice for anyone navigating career change, building a business, or redefining who they are beyond the work they've always known.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you're a performer wondering "What’s next for me? ", let's connect!</p><p><br /></p><p>💥 Connect with Kirsten at: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kirsten_theconfidentdancer/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/kirsten_theconfidentdancer/</a></p><p><br /></p><p>👋 Connect with Eve on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/recastandrise.eve/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/recastandrise.eve/</a></p><p><br /></p><p>👉 Recast and Rise website <a href="https://www.recastandrise.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.recastandrise.com/</a></p><p><br /></p><p>And don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE for more inspiring stories and CAREER TOOLS for your next career change!</p><p><br /></p><p>👉 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch the full conversation on YouTube.</p><p><br /></p>
June 17, 2026
From Las Vegas performer to director of operations: A career change success story
<p>Michelle DiTerlizzi spent years performing on some of the biggest stages in Las Vegas. She danced for Bette Midler, Lionel Richie, starred in Peep Show, worked as an aerialist, and finished her performing career with Criss Angel.</p><p><br></p><p>But after years of performing, her body was telling her it was time for something different.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Michelle shares how she began building her next career while she was still on stage. From earning a business degree to shadowing managers backstage and taking on new responsibilities, she slowly started exploring what life beyond performing could look like.</p><p><br></p><p>She also talks about navigating the uncertainty of the pandemic, becoming a beginner again, and learning an entirely new industry from the ground up.</p><p><br></p><p>Today, Michelle is a Director of Operations leading teams, managing budgets, and overseeing entertainment experiences across multiple locations. Her story is a powerful reminder that your next career doesn't have to start after you leave the stage. It can start while you're still on it.</p><p><br></p><p>_____________________________________________</p><p><br></p><p>📍 In this video, you'll learn</p><p>▸ How Michelle started building experience before leaving the stage</p><p>▸ Why networking played a major role in her transition</p><p>▸ How she handled being a beginner again in a completely new industry</p><p>▸ The mindset that helped her overcome imposter syndrome</p><p>▸ Skills performers already have that employers value</p><p>▸ Practical advice for artists considering a career change</p><p>_____________________________________________</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're actively planning your next chapter or simply exploring what's possible, Michelle's story is a reminder that the skills you developed as a performer can take you much further than you think.</p><p><br></p><p>If you're a performer wondering "What’s next for me? ", let's connect!</p><p><br></p><p>And don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE for more inspiring stories and CAREER TOOLS for your next career change!</p><p><br></p><p>👋 Connect with Eve on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/recastandrise.eve/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/recastandrise.eve/</a></p><p><br></p><p>💥 Connect with Michelle at: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michelled3.14/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/michelled3.14/</a></p><p><br></p><p>👉 Eve website <a href="https://www.recastandrise.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.recastandrise.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p>🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch the full conversation on YouTube.</p><p><br></p>
June 10, 2026
Life after Cirque du Soleil: Finding a new career beyond performing
<p>Former Cirque du Soleil artist Dasha Sobelman spent years building the career she had dreamed about since childhood. From watching Cirque performances on VHS as a kid to performing in <strong>The Beatles LOVE </strong>in Las Vegas, she achieved the goal she had worked toward for decades. But when the show closed, she found herself facing a question many performers eventually encounter: who am I when I'm no longer performing?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Dasha shares her transition from performer to digital marketer and content creator. She opens up about the emotional reality of leaving a career that shaped her identity, the pressure of maintaining a performing career while preparing for what comes next, and the surprising sense of freedom she discovered after stepping away from the stage.</p><p><br></p><p>This conversation is an honest look at career change, identity, and what it means to let go of a dream you've already achieved. Whether you're a performer, creative professional, or anyone navigating a major life transition, Dasha’s story offers reassurance that it's possible to honor one chapter of your life while building the next.</p><p><br></p><p>📍In this episode, you'll learn:</p><p>▸ What it feels like to walk away from a career you've dreamed about since childhood</p><p>▸ Why leaving performing can feel like a loss, even when you're ready for the next chapter</p><p>▸ The emotional process of separating your identity from your profession</p><p>▸ How Dasha’s prepared for a second career while still performing full-time with Cirque du Soleil</p><p>▸ The hidden physical and mental pressures that come with being a professional performer</p><p>▸ Why many artists struggle to say out loud that they're ready for something different</p><p>▸ The unexpected freedom that can come from no longer relying on your body as your career</p><p>▸ How to trust yourself through the uncertainty of a major career transition</p><p>_____________________________________________</p><p><br></p><p>If you're a performer wondering "What’s next for me? ", let's connect!</p><p><br></p><p>And don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring stories and career tools for your next career change!</p><p>👉 Eve’s website: <a href="https://www.recastandrise.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.recastandrise.com/</a></p><p>👋 Connect with Eve on Instagram </p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/recastandrise.eve/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/recastandrise.eve/</a></p><p>💥 Connect with Dasha at: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dashasobelman/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/dashasobelman/</a></p><p><br></p><p>🎧 LISTEN ON SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/1yzSIrIhf5FoQNFzbU1VgU?si=0c4c6f87ec1e4eb7</p><p><br></p><p>🎧 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/recast-and-rise-career-transition-stories-for-artists/id1841231998</p><p><br></p><p>Watch it on YouTube -> <a href="https://youtu.be/pdvBEvAKaNs" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://youtu.be/pdvBEvAKaNs</a></p><p><br></p>
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