Listen "From Ukraine to Cabaret Zazou"
Episode Synopsis
In the latest episode, we talk to a circus power couple. He is a professional juggler, a AGT finalist, a family man, and proud Ukrainian. His wife, a world famous Mongolian contortionist. Viktor Kee and Ulzii Mergen talk about their experiences in the spotlight, her harrowing journey from war-torn Ukraine and their hopes for their new lives in Chicago. The podcast will continue on a monthly basis where we'll give you an inside look at the arts & culture scene around the Chicagoland area. ----- Thanks to Victor Kee, Ulzii Mergen, Broadway In Chicago, America's Got Talent, Cirque de Sole, Moulin Rouge and Cabaret Zazou "Luminaree" for their contribution to this month's episode. Keep tabs on where Kee and Mergen are in the world: -Viktor Kee: Website, Insta, Twitter -Ulzii Mergen: Insta, YouTube, Facebook, Masterclass And check out their show: Cabaret Zazou, Broadway in Chicago ----- Have an arts/culture/entertainment idea for us to cover in an upcoming Backstage episode? Tweet @Lisa_Fielding
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