Our first time at Seatrade and for @bor_productions ⦠A brilliant week of meetings, new connections, and catching up with familiar faces. It was also great to see so many people Iāve known over the years doing so well and progressing within the industry.
One of the best parts was finally putting faces to names. Those connections really do feel different once you meet in person.
The Guest Entertainer showcase was a great addition too... bringing together cruise line entertainment teams and those involved in onboard entertainment in one place.
And of course, a very fun Porthole Party to top it all off.
Big thank you to everyone who made it such a warm and welcoming week. Excited for whatās ahead.
#SeatradeGlobal #CruiseIndustry #CruiseEntertainment #LiveEntertainment #BorProductions
This April, @bor_productions will be at Seatrade Cruise Global and the Porthole Party, represented by Creative Director @stevenborcreative , and Artistic Operations Manager @danielabogoi_creative
Weāre looking forward to connecting with cruise entertainment leaders, partners and collaborators, sharing more about the next chapter of Bor Productions, and learning more about the direction the cruise industry is heading.
If youāll be in Miami, letās connect!
@seatradecruise@portholecruise
For the launch of MSC Euribia in 2023, we are proud to have collaborated with the @mscentertains team to create and deliver a distinctive new entertainment programme for one of @msccruisesofficial ās most exciting ships - comprising five original production shows and a dynamic variety show.
⨠Circus 1920
šø Generation Rock
š® Illuminicity
šļø Jukebox Live
š¶ Song Book - Ed Sheeran
š Live from Euribia - Variety Show
Led creatively by father-and-son team @stevebor_ and @stevenborcreative , each production was developed with its own unique identity, bringing together exceptional singers, dancers, circus artists, technicians and creatives to deliver world-class live entertainment at sea.
Alongside the theatre programme, we also collaborated with MSC Cruises on additional creative flourishes for the Carousel Big Band shows, further shaping the onboard entertainment experience.
šŖš Budapest Circus Festival āā¤ļø
I had such a great time with all these amazing people!
#circusfamily #borproductions #budapestcircusfestival #2026budapestcircusfestival #budapest
Been a while since I stepped in front of the camera since hanging up guitar and two tone shoes. This January will mark 4 years as Creative Director at @bor_productions ⦠creating new shows and working with some brilliant people. Grateful for the journey so far, and excited for whatās coming next. Thanks to @flaviutanase for these lovely photos we did in Cluj, Romania. šø
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#cruiseentertainment #msccruises #behindthescenes
Just back from two packed, expensive and inspiring days at the Edinburgh Fringe seeing 8 shows in two days! Highlights included The Genesis- a phenomenal piece of contemporary circus that left me in awe, Bernie Dieterās Club Kabarett with its incredible live band and standout host, and the high-energy hip hop spectacle 360 All Stars, which proved a hit with all ages. I also loved Paldem, a new play about Onlyfans, and Sheās Behind You, directed by one of my favourite directors, John Tiffany of Harry Potter fame about the significance of Panto. Other gems included Hamlet Circus by the New York Circus Project, Black Blues Brothers, and Nose Dive Assembly.
What made it even more special was experiencing it all with the family this time. The cityās buzz, the variety of shows- particularly the rising popularity of circus and that unbeatable festival energy made me leave feeling creatively recharged⦠and with a strong itch to bring something of my own to the Fringe next year š¤
#EdFringe #LivePerformance #CreativeDirector #Theatre #Circus #Inspiration
šŖāØFinally getting around to posting some photos from an unforgettable few weeks as Associate Director on @officialgiffordscircus 25th anniversary show: Laguna Bay... a sun-soaked, retro Americana dream with comedy at its heart and circus in its soul.
From early morning rehearsals, new lessons, and lots of laughter (with @calmccrystal at the helm) to late-night parties and life on a stunning farm in Stroud, in the heart of the Cotswolds, this has been a truly handmade, organic, and theatrical experience.
Iāll admit, being an Associate Director was a challenge at first, a new kind of role for me, but by the end I found my groove and Iām leaving with a whole new set of skills Iāll carry into everything I do next.
Working with Cal has been a masterclass in comedy and theatrical circus direction. Iāve learned so much about letting ideas breathe, building trust with performers, and creating magic with kindness and collaboration at the centre. He really took me under his wing something Iāll always be grateful for. So many others to mention too from the creative team and production management and even catering!
You really must get to seeing it this summer! Will share some production shots soon. š«¶
Huge love to the whole Giffords family. What a ride.
#GiffordsCircus #LagunaBay #TheatreLife #CircusMagic #DirectorLife #BehindTheScenes #LiveEntertainment #RetroVibes #CreativeJourney #Cotswolds #AssociateDirector
šØ URGENT CASTING ā MALE IDENTIFYING SINGER & DANCER FOR MSC CRUISES šØ
@bor_productions is urgently seeking one exceptional Male Identifying High Baritone Singer and one versatile Male Identifying Dancer for immediate contracts onboard MSC Cruises.
š¤ Male Singer ā High Baritone
Weāre looking for a powerhouse vocalist with strong movement ability and the charisma to lead our high-energy shows.
š¹ Vocal Range: High Baritone
š¹ Genres: Pop, Rock, Musical Theatre
š¹ Movement: Confident mover with strong stage presence
š¹ Bonus: Multilingual singers a plus!
š Must have STCW certificates and valid medical for cruise work (or be willing to obtain ASAP)
š§ Apply: [email protected]
š Subject: Urgent High Baritone Singer
šŗ Male Dancer
Weāre seeking a technically trained, athletic dancer with strong jazz, contemporary, commercial, and partnering skills.
š¹ Height: 5ā9ā to 6ā2ā
š¹ Must be a confident, dynamic performer with clean technique
š STCW certificates and valid seafarerās medical required (or willingness to obtain immediately)
š§ Apply: [email protected]
š Subject: Urgent Male Dancer Casting
š³ Contract runs until November 2025
š§³ All travel provided | Shared cabin accommodation onboard
Submit your CV and performance reels today ā weāre reviewing applications immediately!
Let the adventure begin šāØ
MSC Fantasia has definitely had a glow-up! ⨠We spent an intense but rewarding period onboard updating the shows during the cast changeānew lights, sharper sound, fresh costumes, and even an extra singer & dancer on stage. Blinding Lights especially got a serious glow-up, and we couldnāt be prouder of how everything came together.
The cast and creative team blew us awayānot just with their talent, but with their energy and passion. Night after night, we pushed forward, and now the shows are tighter, brighter, and more stunning than ever.
Huge respect and love to this team. Proud of the work. Excited for whatās next. šš„ @bor_productions@msccruisesofficial
#ShowGlowUp #BorProductions #MSCCruises #CreativeDirector #Producer #TheatreLife #LiveEntertainment #StageMagic #CastChange #BlindingLights #ProductionLife #BehindTheScenes #Showtime #EntertainmentIndustry #CruiseShipShows #OnStage #CreativeVision #MakingMagic #ProudMoments #GlowUp #PassionForPerformance
Surprisingly⦠January has been epic!
The theme has definitely been networking. From catching up with friends old and new to seeing incredible shows and sharing ideas with brilliant minds, January has been unforgettable.
Iāve been inspired by:
šŖ @circuscortexuk at Sandown Racecourse
š¤ @mjthemusicaluk in the West End
⨠@crossroadspantomimes Peter Pan panto at Birmingham Hippodrome
š Corteo by @cirquedusoleil at Royal Albert Hall
š Gatsby at @thelondoncabaretclub
š And the gala night at @festivalducirquedemontecarlo with the wonderful team from Giffords Circus.
Iām excited to share that while I continue as Creative Director/Producer at @bor_productions , Iāll also be working with @officialgiffordscircus this year as Associate Director, assisting the incredible Cal McCrystalāa director Iāve admired for years from his work at Giffords @spiegelworld@cirquedusoleil and many others. Iām beyond excited to contribute and learn from such a legend in the industry and the whole Giffords team.
And the month wasnāt even over yet⦠@bor_productions Iām thrilled to have just finished onboard MSC Fantasia to oversee the cast change and upgrading the shows. Hereās to an inspiring 2025 filled with creativity and connection!
š¤ Seeking a Musical Director/Vocal Coach in Malta! Are you a skilled vocal coach with piano proficiency and experience working with professional performers? Weāre looking for someone to teach and rehearse vocals for 6 shows with up to 4 performers at a time.
Dates: 25th March to 1st April 2025
Location: Malta
Requirements: A well-equipped music studio. Ability to note-bash parts for singers. Strong piano skills. Experience coaching vocals for professional productions.
If youāre passionate about helping performers shine, weād love to hear from you! Send your details and experience to [email protected]@bor_productions
#VocalCoach #Malta #MusicStudio #CreativeOpportunities #ProfessionalProduction #SingingLessons #PianoSkills #TheatreProduction #BorProductions #MSCCruises
2024: A year of creativity, growth, and lessons learned. From creating new shows and traveling to Vegas to spending time with incredible people, itās been a year full of inspiration and special moments. Grateful for everyone whoās been part of the journey, especially @stevebor_ and @daniela.bogoi , whoāve supported me through it all.
It hasnāt all been easy, but Iāve come out strongerāfocusing on growth, connection, and creating something meaningful.
Hereās to 2025: bringing new ideas to life, tackling challenges, and making the most of time with family, friends, and new opportunities. Letās make it a great one! š„āØ
#Grateful #2024Reflection #HereWeGo2025 #Growth #Creativity