The ShowPhaze Journal

Backstage Pass: Stories from Behind the Scenes

A behind-the-scenes look at the crews, processes, and planning that keep productions running flawlessly.

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March 12, 2026

St Patrick’s Day and the art of Storytelling

As many of you know, ShowPhaze is Irish-owned and operated. Oisín is an old Irish name from ancient folklore…

If you’ve ever staffed a show and crossed your fingers hoping the crew “shows up solid,” you’re not alone…

January 30, 2026

Reliable Event Crews in New Orleans: Debunking the “Problem City” Myth. Without fail, every time we do a show…

November 7, 2025

Vetting technicians has always been a cornerstone of reliable show execution, yet it’s one of the hardest skills…

November 7, 2025

In live production, great outcomes rarely hinge on gear alone — they depend on the people behind it…

Tell us where the show is, when it is and who you need. A coordinator will take it from there.