Oscar’s Red Carpet (German T.V) with Peter Krajewski- Live Like An Acrobat Podcast Ep.71
On this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews the founder of Voodoo Media, director
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews the founder of Voodoo Media, director
Read moreThe month of March has been a time set aside to recognize and honour the many contributions that women have
Read moreShana Carroll has enjoyed a career in contemporary circus arts for more than 30 years. She was recently named a
Read moreWondering how you can become a circus performer? Our Pathways Into Circus article series will spotlight professional circus artists whose
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews ADEI Consultant and Professor of Music
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Kara Jenkins, who is currently running
Read moreIn this Live Like An Acrobat Podcast episode, host Shenea Stiletto interviews reigning Viva Fest ” World Circus Arts Champion”
Read moreWhen this series began, a few people and institutions came immediately to mind. One was Womenâs Circus in Melbourne. Being
Read moreBack in January, amidst the buzz of the APAP|2024 conference, the Royal Norwegian Consulate General in New York and Performing
Read moreWorking in the industry for nearly 20 years Steve has seen many sectors in the Entertainment and Audio Visual space.
Read moreSarah, trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama as a post graduate Stage Management student. Throughout her
Read moreThe official announcement of MariÌa Folguera’s departure from her position as the Artistic Director of Teatro Circo Price came in
Read moreGlynis Johns, after 100 years on Earth, has passed away. While the British actress became best known for her role
Read moreFour Taiwanese troupes have earned a spotlight at France’s 2024 Festival Off Avignon, underscoring the dynamism of Taiwan’s performing arts
Read moreCircusTalk is pleased to present a new series, âExplorations of Research and Creation with Charles Batson.â Dedicated to provocative dives
Read moreThis yearâs graduate showcase from the National Institute of Circus Arts promises extraordinary talents of its third year students. Meet
Read moreLui LâAbbate (all pronouns) is a trans and non-binary multi-artist and designer from Brazil. Born and raised in Brasilia and
Read moreSteven Michelman is the founder and co-owner of Entertainment Project Services, also known as EPS and EPSsolves. Steven started EPS
Read moreâThere’s some shows where we’ve had people come up and do a shoeyârandomlyâbecause they were so excited. Do you know
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto celebrates the achievement of Circus Arts Recogntion
Read moreIt is our pleasure to re-share the Adelaide Fringeâs interview with Australia’s No Strings Attached’s CEO, Dr. Kari Seeley, that
Read moreAt the turn of the year, Tilde Björfors will end her role as artistic director of Cirkus Cirkör, an organisation
Read moreThis episode of Circus History Live! features Big Apple Circus CEO Marty LaSalle, discussing collaboration with Circus Roncalli for its
Read moreRingling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey have risen from the ashes once again, rekindled. Showcasing a huge, diverse cast of
Read moreArts workers are essential, and more than ever, it’s important that the world understand what it’s like to work in
Read moreArts workers are essential, and more than ever, it’s important that the world understand what it’s like to work in
Read moreArts workers are essential, and more than ever, it’s important that the world understand what it’s like to work in
Read more10 Questions with Cirque du Soleil Hand-to-Hand Flyer Audrey Labeau Meet Audrey Labeau â A French banquine, hand-to-hand flyer currently
Read moreBĂĄlggis (A Path) is a portrait of three young SĂĄmi artists representing marginal art forms. The short documentary features a
Read moreArts workers are essential, and more than ever, it’s important that the world understand what it’s like to work in
Read moreAerial, contortion, costume design: this circus student does it allâand wants to take it even further! Get to know up-and-coming
Read moreArts workers are essential, and more than ever, it’s important that the world understand what it’s like to work in
Read moreAll the world’s a stage… and whether performing at a local festival, in international competitions, or at a traffic light
Read moreArts workers are essential, and more than ever, it’s important that the world understand what it’s like to work in
Read moreIn ten minutes, the touching film âWalks With Meâ takes the viewer through the life of a woman in an
Read moreFrom street shows to performing at Kensington Palace, this German artist carved out her own unique place in the circus
Read moreOne theme that Iâve been exploring in this series has been the difference, or balance between celebration and redress, filling
Read moreCompagnia Finzi Pasca has lined up a series of events celebrating their 40th anniversary. “Luna Park â Like a Carousel
Read moreA magical Chilean island gives rise to a unique company that melds the circus traditions of new and old: the
Read moreWe live in a time where labels and their necessity are questioned. Does a product need a known brand to
Read moreDance Australia had an interview with Rob Tannion about working with Cirque du Soleil, and about moving from dance and
Read moreIf something feels impossible, it may be that you just need to tackle the idea from a new angle⊠and
Read moreContinuing to celebrate the release of her new CircusTalk Series “Circus Cities,” host Shenea Stiletto interviews producer, director, and specialty
Read moreDiana Salles and Firenza Guidi both have enormous smiles. They speak from the heart and listen patiently with unwavering, attentive
Read moreEvery year around the world, another slew of circus performers emerge from their cocoons as full-fledged artists and enter the
Read moreCelebrating 30 years at Cirque du Soleil this year, âUncle Borisâ Verkhovsky mentors us on the many evolutions under the
Read moreâFor better and for worseâ doesn’t always apply. Whether a loving father walks the bride down the aisle or two
Read moreThis Cirque baby not only built a brilliant career, but a unique aerial apparatus as well. Masha Terentieva constructs this
Read moreIt would be difficult to be a hardcore Cirque fan if you do not know this epic, behind the scenes
Read moreShana Carroll’s name does not require an introduction for anyone who follows the development of the circus arts. When at
Read moreWhen life gives you lemons, consult Charlotte Sullivan. Gracefully piloting through some serious turbulence, this woman knows how to shift
Read moreInducted into the Circus Ring of Fame in 2008, Zerbini hails from a nine-generation circus family and has been performing
Read moreFrom owning his own clinic in Australia to, literally, running away with the circus, Brett Whyborn offers us insight on
Read moreThe circus world is a vast place, one which many performers reach by unconventional roadsâand with very unique skills to
Read moreCelebrating Congressional Week of Action by RAINN, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Karate Legend and RAINN Advocate Elisa Au on this
Read moreThis edition of Circus History Live! features 2023 Circus Ring Of Fame inductee, Jeanette Williams. An eighth generation member of
Read moreOpenly detailing her career while highlighting some key influences, Marie “Moon” Michelle walks us through the grand chapiteau’s of Quidam,
Read moreOne of Cirqueâs integral behind the scenes VIPâs, Bernard Petiot went from the highest achievements in the world of Olympic
Read moreGracefully navigating the highs and lows of being a decorated stage performer, Olga Pikhienko balances (often on one arm!) our
Read moreâI want to make people feel, think and wonder – and hopefully question some of the presumptions and prejudices, with
Read moreFrédérique Cournoyer Lessard is an interdisciplinary artist working through circus and film. I first saw their work at the Montréal
Read moreFrom gymnastics to 3 Cirque stages, head coach and writer, Darren transitions us from competitive sport to the high bars
Read moreWith decades of masterful experience and stories that have been folded into every crease of fabric, Dominique sketches out her
Read moreRevising the stigma of competitive athletes becoming recognized artists, Alix carries us into her versatile world of being an aerialist
Read moreJuggling his way through an impressive stage career, Eric tosses us through his life in circus school, 7 Fingers, Cirque
Read moreAfter another successful year, the VIVA Fest has helped send more young circus artists on to their next stages⊠including
Read moreEmbodying perfection of movement, precise and unusual body placement, and rhythmic timing, René carries us through his incredible career. Collaborating
Read moreA festival jury is no mysterious cabal that judges the rights and wrongs of art; rather, they are a team
Read moreWhat does it take to be cast by Cirque du Soleil? With insider tips on how to make the perfect
Read moreAfter almost half a decade of honing their creation, the French flying trapeze troupe La Tangent du Bras Tendu finally
Read moreProducers produce.. what exactly? Tune in to hear the mighty talented Stéphane Mongeau. Overseeing a dozen Cirque shows from start
Read moreWhen in doubt, workout! Ugo âEussâ Laffolay walks the walk and talks about his dedicated approach to circus and precise
Read moreMany artists lose a sense of belonging and can’t seem to find their footing once a show is wrapped and
Read moreRoch has been with Cirque since the birth of the company and was a part of the very first rise
Read moreFrench daredevil and tightrope walker Philippe Petit has once again wowed audiences with his jaw-dropping stunts. Nearly 50 years after
Read moreNavigating show business with his feet on the ground, Mukhtar danced his way from stage performer all the way to
Read moreThis Women’s History Month edition of Circus History Live! celebrates the career of 2023 Circus Ring of Fame inductee Peggy
Read moreDonât pass out! This true human anomaly defies all laws of motion. Aleksei Goloborodko bends us through his reality as
Read moreA festival jury is no mysterious cabal that judges the rights and wrongs of art; rather, they are a team
Read moreThis edition of Circus History Live! Â features a conversation with Cedric Walker, founder and CEO of @universoulcircus. Â The conversation was
Read moreWith great height, comes great responsibility. Jonathan swings us through the challenges of the high bar acts of MystĂšre, Alegria,
Read moreA festival jury is no mysterious cabal that judges the rights and wrongs of art; rather, they are a team
Read moreThe groupâs latest performance, Arterial, will play at the Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre from April 20 to 30. A
Read moreA festival jury is no mysterious cabal that judges the rights and wrongs of art; rather, they are a team
Read moreFrom collaborating with the music industry’s top idols to creating their own signature sounds in Venice, their band of brothers,
Read moreSan Diego, CA â Sixteen-year-old Luca Flores shined at the Festival Internacional del Circ Elefant dâOr in Girona, Spain, with
Read morePushing boundaries everywhere he goes, Kyle opens the door to his journey with the stage as an extraordinary handbalancer, drag
Read moreRose Alice is an award-winning Rogue Ballerina and Choreographer who cites dance as being her absolute purpose in life. Her
Read moreEver wonder how to plan the release of a show in ever-changing markets, where all the Cirque du Soleil posts
Read moreFrom world championships in sports acro to world tours on stage with Cirque du Soleil, Emily delves into the excitement
Read moreSeeking new circus books to read and came up empty? Let writer-scholar-juggler Morgan Anderson help you build out your reading
Read moreThe creative brainchild of performer-documentarian Veronica Blair, The Uncle Junior Project is a digital storytelling exhibition that showcases the lives,
Read moreOn this week’s Tapis Rouge! podcast, daredevil Sebastian Zaniesienko takes us to new extremes as he recalls having a bottle
Read moreCelebrating the Third Season of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast and Black History Month, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Jade
Read moreIt certainly sounds cliched by now to say how nice it is to feel the energy and power of live
Read moreJOHN-PAUL ZACCARINI is artistic director of FutureBrownSpace, a creative space of recovery, discovery and artist development free from white noise
Read moreFrom the favelas of Recife to performing for 25+ years on 5+ Cirque du Soleil shows, Wellington talks us through
Read moreMaking the decision to become a mom while being a performer is no easy task. Morgane takes us through the
Read moreYou may have seen Wesley Williams riding on one wheel high above the crowd on TV talent shows such as
Read moreFrom a chance encounter in an Italian traditional circus to being the man in charge of Cirque du Soleil’s iconic
Read moreA childhood accident wasn’t enough to stop American dancer and musician Joel Brown from taking the stage again. Brought to
Read moreWhen performer James Thierreeâs mother Victoria Chaplin ran away at 18 to join the circus, her father, silent movie star
Read moreAs an artist, how do you negotiate a contract? How do you bring value to your performance in the ever-changing
Read moreAstronomers, dancers, carpenters, jugglers: everyone wants to be healthy. There are vitamins, supplements, diets, and countless forms of exercise and
Read moreInvernadero de Circo is a photography exhibit by photographer Gaby Merz designed specifically for El Invernadero, a circus school and
Read moreBending over four Cirque du Soleil shows, Oyun has been under their spotlights since the age of 11! In this
Read moreAny role in a circus production could be considered â to use an old idiom â a cog in the
Read moreFrom the streets to the worldâs biggest stages, Sidney âScryptsâ Iking Bateman shares his heartfelt and inspiring life story of
Read moreLegendary Cirque du Soleil clown John takes us on a journey with his method of character creation for Cirque. From
Read moreFrom his first venture into the world of social circus, performer and creator Miguel Manzano has made it a mission
Read moreWhat I Do: Kim McCafferty, street performer, maker and director I grew up in Cavan town and I was very
Read moreIn this podcast conversation, stellar costume designer Kym Barrett enlightens us on how costumes have the ability to bring characters
Read moreBeing an ascendent of the founder of Swiss Circus Monti, Guido Muntwyler, Mario Muntwyler has grown up within the circus.
Read moreMilena Oksanen interview | swinging trapeze The swinging trapeze was at the centre of the performance that Finnish artist Milena
Read moreFrom resident shows to Big Top and arena tours, Kerren is a real Cirque du Soleil trooper. Her impressive career
Read moreElisa Tauro grew up in Toronto and, from a very young age onwards dreamt of becoming a circus acrobat. 1
Read moreOne of the founders of La TOHU, Canadian circus school director, consultant and visionary Jan Rok Achard spent his life
Read moreSometimes circus is in the bloodâbut it also comes from years of hard work, of honing oneâs skills through practicing
Read moreThere is no soldier on screen more iconic than Max Martini! From Saving Private Ryan and Captain Phillips to Pacific Rim,
Read moreTypical to artists of his generation, native Parisian Guilhem Cauchois wears multiple hats and plays to his talents in an
Read moreElisa Tauro grew up in Toronto and, from a very young age dreamed of becoming a circus acrobat. 1 year
Read moreThrough a unique blend of juggling with dance and movement arts, the Gandini Juggling company has slowly made its name
Read moreWho is Thomas Gorham? Hello my name is Thomas Gorham and I am a circus performer from Melbourne Australia. Before
Read moreThe viral video of David breaking gymnastics equipment during an international competition is just the start of his inspiring story.
Read moreLetâs give a warm welcome to the newest member of Team CircusTalk: aerialist Julia Grace Lumpkin, our social media intern!
Read moreBrandon Birchak and Melissa James have created Chimera together, an amazing aquatic act which in this form has never been performed
Read moreWho is Thomas Gorham? Hello my name is Thomas Gorham and I am a circus performer from Melbourne Australia. Before
Read moreCraig Quat’s journey on the Circus Voices podcast might have ended, but his functional juggling adventure continues. Now in this
Read moreMore and more young circus artists are exploring the circus craft from new horizons, stepping into the ring with techniques
Read moreEver wanted to walk a mile in another circus artist’s shoes? In Martin Frenette’s Circus Immersion article series, you’ll get
Read moreThis month on the APATA Podcast, we caught up with APATA community member contemporary circus director, producer, and performer Natano
Read moreBrought to you by the Circus Voices podcast, the Portraits of Inclusion series has host Craig Quat join fellow social change-making artists
Read moreCombining her passion for circus with her academic background, aerialist and writer Fleur Van Rens, Ph.D., set out to help
Read moreDriven by a desire to elevate their humanity, their ability to raise each other up and take care of the
Read moreIn this weekâs episode, Academic Frontiers, researchers Adam Woolley, Dr. Veronique Richard, and Dr. Dean Kriellaars get together to discuss
Read moreBrought to you by the Circus Voices podcast, the Portraits of Inclusion series has host Craig Quat join fellow social
Read moreAs the inventor and main face of the Functional Juggling movement, Craig Quat has traveled long and far to seek
Read moreRevolutionary integrated circus company Extraordinary Bodies is returning to Woolwich Works this October with their brand-new production: Delicate. Raw and
Read morePerformers want their art to reach as many eyes as possible. By taking part in America’s Got Talent: Extreme, fire
Read moreBrought to you by the Circus Voices Podcast, âA Creative Space: NFTâs, Web3 and the Performing Artsâ we will have
Read moreActing for Climate Scandinavia presents  âRipples – The Sailing Circus Performanceâ at Ofelia Plads, Copenhagen, in September 2022. The seed
Read moreBrought to you by the Circus Voices podcast, the âCircus Reimaginedâ series sees host Johnathan Lee Iverson sit down to chat with
Read moreA brand-new show with an unusual twist provides advice and inspiration to circus artists with a dream of flying solo.
Read moreBrought to you by the Circus Voices podcast, the “Circus Reimagined” series sees host Johnathan Lee Iverson sit down to
Read moreBrought to you by the Circus Voices podcast, the “Circus Reimagined” series sees host Johnathan Lee Iverson sit down to
Read moreWho is Lauren Watson? Lauren Watson is a movement based contemporary circus artist living with a disability on the Gold
Read moreAnd now Circus Voices Presents Circus Re-Imagined. In this four-part episodic series, we invite industry leaders who are boldly and
Read moreRiga Circus, locally known as RÄ«gas cirks, is a contemporary art centre where different disciplines of art â circus, theatre,
Read moreYou know when teenagers find school too boring or their parents too annoying and they say that they would like
Read morePutting a circus act on video might seem counterintuitive to some, but more and more artists are reaching out to
Read moreTo provide a space for artists from across Queensland, Australia, to explore their cultures through physical theatre, Circa is launching
Read moreSince the dawn of the new century, a shift has been happening in the circus world, and multidisciplinary circus artists
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, Shenea Stiletto interviews founder of Brown Girl Do Gymnastics, Derrin
Read moreWriter and Director Michel Laprise discusses the #creative process of bringing Cirque du Soleil Kurios to life, the various elements
Read moreThe CircusTalk talent database includes amazing artists and performers from around the worldâfrom veterans of the ring and stage to
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast celebrating Black Music Month, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Xharlie Black,
Read moreCircusTalk is pleased to present Journeys Through Queer Circus with Charles Batson, a series revolving around the culture and concerns
Read moreAs circus companies look to bring disabled people into their casts and audiences, they turn to accessibility strategies and tools.
Read moreWhen five Kenyan acrobats studying at the Sarakasi Trust met producer Alexander Sunny, they came together to form The Black
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Nadya Vasina. Nadya is a former
Read moreIâm going to start at the end. When wrapping up an interview, I like to ask if thereâs anything my
Read moreNow that Dramatic Fields has come to an end, we wanted to give all of you who couldnât join an
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Founder of the Las Vegas Circus
Read moreCirque Ăloize completely designed the opening ceremony of the GCC Games, a major sporting event bringing together the countries of
Read moreWith thriving careers and families, circus mothers seem to have the best of both worlds. But just because they can
Read moreEvery year, VIVA Fest spotlights some of the rising stars of circus: diverse, inspired talents with unique visions to share.
Read moreTori Kubick started circus late and proved that everything is possible! Tori, aka CONTORTIONIST – THE CALMNESS CONNOISSEUR, is a
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews handbalancer, contortionist, and inventor Ricardo Sosa
Read moreMy name is Ulziibuyan Mergen Kee. Iâm a contortionist and a mom of 2 wonderful boys. I am writing this
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto speaks with fearless Russian Bar Flyer, and
Read moreThis special edition of #CircusHistoryLive! on World Circus Day 2022 features a conversation with Paul Binder, Big Apple Circus founder
Read moreIn recent years, the exciting field of circus stunt work has expanded rapidly⊠and many career circus artists are now
Read moreFollowing the sold-out and extended run of their smash hit Hot Clown Sex: The Second Coming, the Hot Clown Company
Read moreThe Designer Series is a set of articles dedicated to the people who bring color, light, architecture, ambiance, and sound
Read moreWith 40 years of creating and celebrating Circus in Newfoundland, itâs Wonderbolt Productions’ Ruby Anniversary, and weâre gonna party like
Read moreThe CircusTalk talent pool has amazing circus artists and career performers from around the globeâ a group with too many
Read moreOur celebration of Women’s History Month continues with two circus history makers in the making: Nigerian hoops artist Ekpoawan Edem
Read moreCelebrating the conclusion of Womenâs History Month on the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews dynamic aerialist,
Read moreThe Live Like An Acrobat Podcast spotlights Ukrainian Fashion Evangelist from Kyiv & Kharkiv, Founder of sustainable clothing brand Pata
Read moreTo start off Womenâs History Month, we would like to shine a light on Ukrainian circus performer Yevgeniya Obolonina, a
Read moreAfter this year’s edition of Le Festival Mondial de Cirque de Demain was canceled, festival planners and artists alike were
Read moreJohnathan Lee Iverson and the CircusVoices podcast present Chris Lashua, the BMX wunderkind turned visionary founder of one of the
Read moreMilena Khazanavicius has always had a fearless spirit. And with a little help from friends, she can make life’s adventures
Read moreJohnathan Lee Iverson and the CircusVoices podcast presents Kiarnna Weber, reality show sensation and seventh generation circus star of New
Read moreThe CircusTalk talent pool has amazing circus artists and career performers from around the globe– a group with too many
Read moreCelebrating Black Creators continues on the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast with special guest Kiebpoli Calnek. They are a transmasculine,
Read moreThis episode of the Circus Historical Societyâs Circus History Live! vlog series features circus legends Johnathan Lee Iverson, Vanessa Thomas
Read moreCelebrating Black Creators for Black History Month 2022, Johnathan Lee Iverson and the CircusVoices podcast presents the legendary Vanessa Thomas,
Read moreTHE BUSINESS OF ART | The Defiant is bringing a femme-led vision of dystopia to this yearâs Adelaide Fringe, marking another important
Read moreCelebrating Black Creators for Black History Month 2022, host of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, Shenea Stiletto interviews Edmond
Read moreIn this episode of Circus Voices, Phil McKinley director, choreographer, writer, and producer, shares with us unforgettable anecdotes from his
Read moreAfter a time of pandemic-induced limbo for theatres, the latest show from the Kompani Giraff, Clouds, hits the stage of
Read moreEven though the 2022 Circus International Film Festival is still two months away, circus films have already started to roll
Read moreDrawn to Life, the long-awaited collaborative production between Cirque du Soleil, Walt Disney Animation Studios, and Walt Disney Imagineering, premiered
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Bonnie Morgan, a third generation performer.
Read moreCircusTalk is pleased to present Journeys Through Queer Circus with Charles Batson, a series revolving around the culture and concerns
Read moreThis episode of the Circus Historical Society’s Circus History Live! vlog series features legendary circus professionals Tina Winn and Nik
Read moreOn this episode second episode of the third season of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto communes
Read moreAcrobatics, music and lights. These are three of the elements that Charlotteâs Nouveau Sud circus will use to showcase the
Read moreThe French master teacher Philippe Gaulier has worked with stars like Sacha Baron Cohen. But at 78, are his methods,
Read moreCombining juggling and contemporary dance, this is a complex and accomplished homage to the late choreographer. There have been many
Read moreSexy, sultry, spicy, and strictly for the adults â one of Kineticaâs newest shows for this yearâs Fringe World explores
Read moreA Czech performer has broken the unicycling height record at the Budapest National Circus. Pavel Valla Bertini set a new
Read moreMs. Nguyen Thi Huyen My (born in 1975) has dedicated her life to pursuing a profession in circus performance, which
Read moreCelebrating a New Year and a New Third Season of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews
Read moreCircus school students in Morocco demonstrate how young people from extremely different and varied socioeconomic backgrounds learn to discover their
Read moreThis holiday season, celebrate on the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast with this week’s sensational guest Liv Warfield. Livâs powerful
Read moreIn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews physical comedian, acrobat, dancer, and circus
Read moreThe work of the French circus-dance troupe Compagnie Libertivore tends to keep turning. The stage set is usually round, as if to
Read moreCircusTalk is pleased to present Journeys Through Queer Circus with Charles Batson, a series revolving around the culture and concerns
Read moreWe at CircusTalk are grateful for each and every one of our members. From discipline to background, the CircusTalk community
Read moreThere’s the red nose, the lion’s mane, the fan used to cross a high wire, a bagful of popcorn. Those
Read moreWithin the circus world, a name like Nik Wallenda almost needs no introduction. Everyone knows who the Wallendas are– and
Read moreThe 12th Young Stage International Circus Festival is to be presented in person in Basel, Switzerland from November 5-9, compliant
Read moreCircusTalk is pleased to present Journeys Through Queer Circus with Charles Batson, a series revolving around the culture and concerns
Read moreWe at CircusTalk are grateful for each and every one of our members. From discipline to background, the CircusTalk community
Read moreHuman beings are conditioned to look up, our eyes instinctively go for the top. Tourists stare at a tower’s peak
Read moreWe at CircusTalk are grateful for each and every one of our members. From discipline to background, the CircusTalk community
Read moreIn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto discusses the legacy of PRIDE in circus
Read moreAn Olympic diver slowly bends forward, lays his palms in front of his toes, and rises into a perfect handstand
Read moreShep Huntly is known for suspending a live car battery from his nipples. Sparks fly as he receives electric shocks
Read moreCircus Voices, a podcast brought to you by CircusTalk, is pleased to present an interview with Isabelle ChassĂ© on Audio Explorations with the Editor.Â
Read moreFlexibility, or a lack of it, finds its way in each and everyone’s life. Daily reminders come when one bends
Read moreOn today’s episode, Josh and Lyndsay return to the Beyond Babel theater, talk about a new show from the 7
Read moreWe at CircusTalk are grateful for each and every one of our members. From discipline to background, the CircusTalk community
Read moreWe at CircusTalk are grateful for each and every one of our members. From discipline to background, the CircusTalk community
Read moreCelebrating women making history in circus, host Shenea Stiletto interviews the âLadybug â clown character from Cirque Du Soleilâs touring
Read moreWe’ve all walked on a fallen tree or the playground’s beam with our arms up in the air. A concentrated
Read moreWe at CircusTalk are grateful for each and every one of our members. From discipline to background, the CircusTalk community
Read moreOn today’s episode Josh and Lyndsay chat about the future of Blue Man Group in Orlando, if insurance payouts will
Read moreWe at CircusTalk are grateful for each and every one of our members. From discipline to background, the CircusTalk community
Read moreOn today’s episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about new online circus shows from the 7 Fingers and CCIAC as well
Read moreCircus Voices, a podcast brought to you by CircusTalk, is pleased to present a series called Circus in Process with Casus Circus. In this
Read moreThe Pivot is an interview series created to highlight those in our industry who have learned to pivot and find
Read moreFor this special Inaugural episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto honors a historic moment in
Read moreThe crowd keeps on cheering and clapping for the tamer stealing an extra bow as lions and tigers exit one
Read moreThe Pivot is an interview series created to highlight those in our industry who have learned to pivot and find
Read moreCircus Voices, a podcast brought to you by CircusTalk, is pleased to present a series called Circus in Process with Casus Circus. In this
Read moreOn today’s episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about the latest news from Las Vegas including the closure of Zumanity, a
Read morePanni Speirs is a contortion master coach, jazz musician, and motivational speaker who also holds the Guinness World Book of
Read moreCircus Voices, a podcast brought to you by CircusTalk, is pleased to present a new series called Circus in Process with Casus Circus.
Read moreIn Center Ring Presents the mesmerizing Jason Span, US Navy Veteran turned high-flying circus star. In this episode Jason opens
Read moreIn this short series titled Circus Immersion, Martin Frennette explores the ins and outs of a circus discipline through the
Read moreThis weeks episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast hosted by Shenea Stiletto features the fierce Mongolian aerial contortion
Read moreMOVE IT! is Parallel Exit’s free video series looking at circus artists from around the world. This episode is part
Read moreCircus Voices, a podcast brought to you by CircusTalk, is pleased to present a new series called Circus in Process with Casus Circus.
Read moreCircus Voices, a podcast brought to you by CircusTalk, is pleased to present an interview with Shenea Stiletto on Audio Explorations with the Editor.
Read moreSometime in early April, I went through my Google calendar deleting, well, everything. I found myself thinking that it was
Read moreBorn Khalil Tariqat Peyma in 1924, the athlete acted as a stuntman in different world countries and set a record
Read moreThis week on the Live Like An Acrobat podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews co-founder of AcroCompanion David Gillemont. AcroCompanion(co-founder Lander
Read moreIn Center Ring presents, the wondrous Sean Lomax, world champion whistler turned circus star. In this episode Sean tells us
Read moreSo much can happen in a moment, and so much can be conveyed, but with circus, the art is usually
Read moreIn Center Ring presents the electrifying Samantha Panda, the unapologetically daring adventurer. In this episode, Samantha Panda dazzles with the
Read moreâIâm a toy, a defective toy â there wasnât enough fabric left when they made me,â 27-year-old Dilya Abdulaeva said
Read moreIn Center Ring presents, the legendary Mr. Paul Binder – the Brooklyn kid turned American circus icon. In this episode
Read morePodcast host Shenea Stiletto discusses acro hand-balancing and explores circus, acrobatics and gymnastics through the lens of her experience in
Read moreMongolian circus artist M. Myagmarsaikhan walked on a 130-meter long tight rope 50 meters above the ground above the Chuluut
Read moreCircus Voices, a podcast brought to you by CircusTalk, is pleased to present an interview with Zinzi Oegema as we launch our new
Read moreIn Center Ring presents the astonishing Shenea Booth, world champion and hall of fame acrobatic gymnast turned circus star. In
Read moreIn Center Ring presents the regal Joseph Pinzon. The aspiring theater artist turned soaring circus star and producer. In this
Read moreIn Center Ring presents, the delightful, Noeli Acoba. The budding circus star turned YouTube sensation. In this episode, Noeli takes
Read moreRingmaster and CircusTalk writer Johnathan Lee Iverson has created a podcast/vlog series called In Center Ring where he showcases established
Read moreCircus performer Erin Ball thought her career was over when she lost her feet in an accident in 2014. She
Read moreCrista Marie Jackson has been practicing handstands in her dad’s house in upstate New York. The 33-year-old New Yorker had
Read moreOn this episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about the We See You WAT campaign and grapple with issues of racism
Read moreIt’s an uncertain time for all of us in the circus community, not the least of all the graduating students
Read moreShane is from the Lennon Family that has owned and operated circuses in Australia and New Zealand for over 120
Read moreIt’s an uncertain time for all of us in the circus community, not the least of all the graduating students
Read moreVentriloquist Kevin Huesca chatted with Digital Journal about being a part of the “Extravaganza” production at the Jubilee Theater at
Read moreIn this video interview, Wolfgang’s Magical Musical Circus performer Paul O’Keeffe talks about his cheeky side and how the show
Read moreSo much can happen in a moment, and so much can be conveyed, but with circus, the art is usually
Read moreIf you can spare me a moment of your time, Iâd be honoured to share my journey with you all
Read moreA self-confessed ‘adrenaline junkie’ has revealed she loves ‘being in the spotlight’ after securing a career performing aerobatic movements on the wings
Read moreWhile circus arts are generally on the descent â the company that owns the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey
Read moreIn mid-September, at the 2019 Circus Fans Association of America convention in Springfield, MA, I had the immense honor to
Read moreWhen Marco Motta was a little boy growing up in Salvador, Bahia in Brazil, he lived a happy life, which
Read moreLes Foutoukours is a production company with a special mission to help the world understand clowning and physical theater. Since
Read moreAt the last show of Flying Circus, I met with Kristian Kristof at Capital Circus of Budapest (FĆvĂĄrosi Nagycirkusz). Kristof
Read moreAs Circadium School of Contemporary Circus welcome its 3rd class of students in Philadelphia, it is a good time to
Read moreIâm standing on the stage at Södrateatern in Stockholm, hands linked with some of my closest friends, taking our third
Read moreThe circus might conjure up images of burly strong men, ringmasters in top hats and dainty acrobats in frilly outfits.
Read moreErin Ball is a circus artist and coach based in Kingston, Ontario, the owner of Kingston Circus Arts and a
Read moreContortion is sprinkled through cultures the world over. Maybe mention of this performing art makes you think of the explosive
Read moreJournalist André Chung visited Cuba in 2017, teaching photography and photo journalism, when he bumped into a rehearsal of Circuba
Read moreMeet  ENC (Ăcole Nationale de Cirque, MontrĂ©al) graduate Ron Oppenheimer!  As the youngest of four siblings growing up in California,
Read moreâIn all the other languages all over the world juggling is a verb, itâs an action. In the French language
Read moreâYou have a sense of humor, you know whatâs funny, but whatâs  your  sense of humor?â is how Joel Jeske
Read moreWhat is magie nouvelle you ask ? Just as contemporary circus brought a new approach to the traditional circus that
Read moreCircus movies have a long and interesting history: From classics such as  The Greatest Show on Earth to modern day
Read moreEtha Struick is a Dutch circus artist, a coach, a prize winning circus choreographer and the founder of Nieuw Circus.
Read moreâBigger is betterâ is a long time American circus tagline. It needs no interpretation. Adhering to this slogan, one would
Read more3AM Theatre is one of the new breed of small circus companies like Cirque Us and Acrobatic Conundrum that is
Read moreIn this series called âMeet a Circus Gradâ we give a voice to recently graduated or graduating circus artists, to
Read moreNico Pires, a diabolo artist in the Cirque du Soleil show Totem, has been passionate about diabolo since he was
Read moreThe Plaid Lads, a duo comprised of Sam Malcolm and Tony Steinbach, are darlings of the fringe world, having performed
Read moreThis dark work-in-progress (AutoCannibal) by Captain Ruin (aka Mitch Jones) was what he came up with in creation mode with
Read moreNico Pires, a diabolo artist in the Cirque du Soleil show Totem, has been passionate about diabolo since he was
Read moreThe Australian circus scene is getting a very deadly shake-up with the arrival of ‘Chasing Smoke’, the only all-Indigenous contemporary
Read moreIn this series called âMeet a Circus Gradâ we give a voice to recently graduated or graduating circus artists, to
Read moreCircus Talkâs series âAct in a Momentâ continues to explore the idea that circus artists have a lot to share
Read moreIn circus, talent isnât hoarded, but shared. Long before the advent of circus schools, which continue to grow exponentially, there
Read moreIn this video, Lea Toran Jenner visits with Gypsy Snider, one of the co-founders and co-artistic directors of 7 Fingers, at
Read moreCriss Angel is one of the most recognizable and awarded illusionists in the world. His Las Vegas Strip show âCriss
Read moreNews 12’s Tara Rosenblum spent one week “Under the Big Top” with the heirs to America’s oldest circus before the
Read moreIt is no coincidence that the subject of my first blog interview is the inimitable Suzi Winson. She is the
Read moreCircus Talkâs series âAct in a Momentâ continues to explore the idea that circus artists have a lot to share
Read moreâHey!â I hear from behind me. I turn around. A queer person is running down the stairs from the spoken-word
Read moreIn Paris this past January, at the Festival Mondial du Cirque de Demain, a giant robot took center stage and
Read moreCircus Talkâs series âAct in a Momentâ continues and explores the idea that circus artists have a lot to share
Read moreWe are starting a new series called âMeet a Circus Gradâ to give a voice to recently graduated or graduating
Read moreThereâs an ease that permeates from RĂ©jean St. Jules. A kind of seasoned effortlessness that very few achieve in their
Read moreWe are watching the world around us change as technology becomes more integrated into our lives. Why leave circus behind?
Read moreSolĂšne Albores and Rodrigo HernĂĄndez perform as DĂșo Cardio. SolĂšne comes from just outside Paris, grew up in Mexico City
Read moreSo much can happen in a moment, and so much can be conveyed, but with circus, the art is usually
Read moreChristopher Hudert did not plan to be a clown. He started stage acting at age 11, performing in the 1960s
Read moreLAZUZ is an Israeli/ French/Swedish contemporary circus company created by Ron Beeri & Itamar Glucksmann.Through their personal approach, Itamar and
Read moreI do straps because it’s just me and the air up there. It’s the most stripped back of aerial disciplines.
Read moreI donât know if itâs ever been said that a clown is the heart of circus, but it sure rings
Read moreAs spring begins its slow, sporadic thaw, we find ourselves thinking of the crisp early autumn days when Midnight Circus
Read moreFor many circus performers once they reach a certain level of technical expertise and professional success, their act becomes, as
Read moreSo much can happen in a moment, and so much can be conveyed, but with circus, the art is usually
Read moreRecapping the Festival Circus Talk was behind the scenes at the 39th Festival Mondial du Cirque de Demain this February
Read moreSo much can happen in a moment, and so much can be conveyed, but with circus, the art is usually
Read moreIn 2018, Ireland is celebrating 250 years of Circus! While we’re all reflecting on Circus in the last centuries, we
Read moreIn a time when so many people are considering downsizing, learn how one family makes their silver trailer work for
Read moreEach year Thom Wall has celebrates his birthday by making a video featuring a new trick for each year of
Read moreThe word âuniqueâ is misused and overused these days but it is the only fitting description for the wonderful Calixte
Read moreAmericans Sasha Harrington and Andrew Adams have quite a story to tell. Sasha grew up in southern California, near Los
Read moreAt first glance, Ken Fanning is perhaps an unlikely film director for a mockumentary about an Australian circus family. Busy
Read moreViktor Franyo is a guy whose face you may have seen before, either behind the clever makeup of his character
Read more2018 may mark 250 years of circus but there is another significant milestone to note. Veteran multi-award-winning Hungarian high-wire artist
Read moreOn a cool September evening in Montreal, I had the opportunity to sit down and talk to Benoit Landry (co-founder
Read moreMullum Circus Festival is an exciting 3 day event in Mullumbimby, on the east coast of Australia near the Gold
Read moreIn 2015, when Barry Lubinâs memoirs Tall Tales of a Short Clown were about to be released, I had the
Read moreBack Pocket is an international start-up circus company with big plans. They want to create their show and do the
Read moreMidnight Circus tours every fall in public parks around Chicago. Iâve worked with the company on-and-off since I was 14
Read moreMy 17-year-old son had just returned home from the European Juggling Convention where he was fortunate enough to see many
Read moreDirector and artist Ellie Duboisâs show No Show won a Herald Angel Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this year. Circus Talkâs
Read moreOn his return to Edinburgh, Bence Vagi tells Katharine Kavanagh how seeing a variety of contemporary circus performers in the Scottish capital
Read moreThis project is about that book; a coffee table book full of the wonder, passion and beauty of circus, suitable
Read moreAntonella Casella’s influence on Australian circus reads like a fascinating historical primer on this contemporary art form. Whatever company she
Read moreThe Smithsonian Folklife Festival’s Blog features a series of interviews exploring the lives of people in the circus and their experiences on
Read moreThis past March in Chicago I sat down at a chai cafe with Acrobatic Conundrumâs artistic director and co-founder, Terry
Read moreTaylor & Kelly Spring are a nouveau circus family, and just like the old circus families they are continuing the
Read moreWhat do you get when you combine the Udderbelly Festival and London Wonderground Festival? You get Underbelly Festival, a mash-up
Read moreMeet two Ringling Bros. performers, Viki Zsilak (Hungary) and Stephen Craig (USA), in  The Weekeder‘s article, who are looking to continue their careers, life
Read moreLuke Hallgarten grew up in Golders Green and attended Hampstead Garden Suburb primary and King Alfredâs before running away to
Read more30+ years ago, David Williamson almost ran away with the circus. âI was a teenager growing up in Ohio,â Williamson
Read moreShowtime star Lisa Lottie creates an ever-changing kaleidoscope of coloured patterns in midair using special hula-hoops which contain computer-controlled LED
Read moreBetter Lemons’ Gil Kaan interviews Shana Carroll about her latest creation “CUISINE & CONFESSIONS.” Montreal-based Les 7 Doigts de la
Read moreFrancisco Reyes remembers his first circus performance at only 11 years old when he took to the solo trapeze with his
Read moreWith talent and determination, it was a dream come true for Dina Sok and Sopha Nem. After being discovered in
Read moreHeâs a magician with muscles and a tan. Sheâs a Latin dancer with a megawatt smile. Together Sixto and Lucia
Read moreMost people know Vladimir Hrynchenko as a circus artist. He was trained at Kiev Circus Academy as a hand balancer
Read moreMeet flying trapeze artist Zane Frazer and trapeze team coach, Miguel Vargas in the “La Nouba” show. Cirque du Soleil performers
Read moreAt 19 years old, Robert Mermin ran away from home to join the circus. Armed with $50 in his pocket
Read moreSean Gandini and Kati YlÀ-Hokkala have been the backbone of the juggling company Gandini for 24 years. Their signature style,
Read moreCirque du Soleil present âTORUK â The First Flightâ inspired by James Cameronâs AVATAR. This live experience envisions a world
Read moreSidney âIkingâ Bateman is one of the many fearless performers of Circus Flora. âA backflip for me is walking,â Bateman
Read more“I’m the supreme alien overlord goddess who comes down and basically abducts the whole show.” Welcome to the world of
Read moreOn Broadway these days is a pair of brothers who, quite literally, put their lives in each other’s hands every
Read moreThe Donnert family has left a lasting impression on horse lovers all over the world with their spectacular shows. Their
Read moreBill Irwin is friendly, funny, and, at 65, surreally boyish. Heâs the sort of guy you could take home to
Read moreJuggling career and kids can be tricky â but for Karl L’ecuyer, itâs a literal circus because the Montreal native
Read moreEmma Serjeant is a prolific circus artist, producer, director and instructor from Australia whose work has touched all of their
Read moreCircus performer Philip Rosenberg trained in Chinese acrobatics before starting to build up a repertoire of skills as a hand
Read moreThe man behind the beloved Grandma character releases an autobiography today about his influences, his struggles with cancer and addiction,
Read moreA young company built on a traditional family circus model embraces untraditional artistry using surprising materials and seeking honesty above
Read moreWith his new act, Martin Lacey, Jr. wants to break a world record. In Europe, January is traditionally the month
Read moreDavid Larible presents Laribleando (âLariblingâ), his new show, in its world premiere at Teatro Circo Price, Madrid. In a press
Read moreLegendary clown Charlie Chaplin’s son Eugene inherited his father’s love of the circus and founded the first international circus festival
Read moreThey are Belgian citizens, but theyâd rather be in this part of Kerala with its circus legacy than go back
Read moreNino Frediani stands in his kitchen, ready for an impromptu demonstration of his craft: throwing things into the air with
Read morePeople think of running away when they think of the itinerant circus lifestyle, but who knew that joining the circus
Read moreCircus Stories is a docu-soap which chronicles the human dramas that unfold within a nearly forgotten subculture – the traveling
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