Dear San Francisco – The Acrobats Behind the Acrobatic Love Letter
During my month-long stay in the city by the bay, I was thrilled at the opportunity to watch and write
Read moreDuring my month-long stay in the city by the bay, I was thrilled at the opportunity to watch and write
Read moreFor its 30th anniversary, Cirque Éloize proudly presents a signature show that encapsulates the very essence of the company’s origins,
Read moreThe Circus Arts Conservatory, the nation’s only nonprofit organization that combines professional circus performances with youth circus training and outreach
Read moreCircus Vazquez, America’s premier family-owned circus, brings its all-new 2023 show to New York City. For the first time ever,
Read moreThe board of directors of En Piste, National Circus Arts Alliance in Canada, is thrilled to announce Nadia Drouin’s appointment
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Lead
Read moreCircus Campus Presents spectacles, circus and community featuring a mini circus festival within the 2023 Philadelphia Fringe Festival. Look for
Read moreFor one week every July, downtown Montreal becomes a circus celebration and a gathering place for industry professionals through Tohu’s
Read moreThe Largest Hub of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival presents over 600 performances in four venues for the Die-Hard-Fringe Goers and
Read moreCBC spoke with Jeannot Painchaud, one of the co-founders of Cirque Éloize and also its president, about celebrating the 30th
Read moreFor more than a decade, Loom Ensemble has been devising interdisciplinary theater for a culture shift, using their performances to
Read moreIt was during the 29th fundraising event, held on June 8 at La Tohu, that Stéphane Lefebvre, President, and CEO
Read moreEvery July in Montreal since 2015, TOHU’s International Market of Contemporary Circus (the MICC, for its French acronym) holds an
Read moreWater for Elephants, the world premiere musical running June 7 to July 9 at Alliance Theatre, is a circus-set spectacle involving puppetry, acrobatic
Read moreBring together an internationally renowned circus aerialist who grew up on a tree farm and an arborist intent on educating
Read moreCelebrating its 25th year, the annual international Aerial Dance Festival, presented by Frequent Flyers® Aerial Dance from July 30-August 11,
Read moreFounders of Hideaway Circus, Josh & Lyndsay Aviner, are thrilled to announce the third season of Stars Above, the open-air
Read moreImmerse yourself in the world of The Secret Garden: aerialist birds, acrobatic plants, juggling and jump-roping children, and storytelling that
Read moreMake way for the 14th edition of the Montréal Complètement Cirque Festival from July 6 to 16, 2023. Much splendor
Read moreThe New England Center for Circus Arts (NECCA) has teamed up with Mark Lonergan, the Canadian-born Founding Artistic Director of
Read morePS21, PERFORMANCE SPACES FOR THE 21ST CENTURY, a state-of-the-art venue on 100 acres of unspoiled meadows, trails, and woodlands in
Read moreFor the first time in the annals of American Circus history, an international Circus festival under a Big Top will
Read moreIn less than a decade of life, the VIVA Fest (Vegas International Variety Act Festival) has turned into one of
Read moreChicago Circus & Performing Arts Festival, the Windy City’s newest multidisciplinary fest, will run from March 9-12, 2023, at
Read moreWant to see something amazing in eastern Vermont? At this year’s Circus Spectacular, produced by the New England Center for
Read moreAs part of the Chicago area’s much-beloved Winter Circus program, the Actors Gymnasium will present its newest original show, CIRCUS
Read moreGet ready to celebrate! On February 3, 2023, in Sarasota, Florida, the Circus Ring of Fame Foundation will hold its
Read moreThe Uncle Junior Project is proud to present its Entrapment to Entertainment exhibition, on display for the first time in
Read moreHow do you help a nation’s circus art to blossom? Guide up-and-coming American circus artists to become creative game-changers. With
Read moreSpiegelworld, the premier purveyor of immersive entertainment for adult audiences, was born in a century-old spiegeltent in the shadow of
Read moreFrequent Flyers®, the first aerial dance school approved and regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education’s Private Occupational School
Read moreWe may hold most of our meetings virtually, but this holiday season, two members of Team CT are having a
Read moreMuch like firefighting itself, conveying aspects of one’s life to an audience requires a certain kind of mettle. In In
Read moreA new festival enters the scene in hopes of providing a state-of-the-art experience for acts and audiences alike. Learn more
Read moreCraig Quat’s journey on the Circus Voices podcast might have ended, but his functional juggling adventure continues. Now in this
Read moreThe American Circus Educators (ACE) Conference, a biennial event produced by the American Circus Educators Association, took place this year
Read moreDriven by a desire to elevate their humanity, their ability to raise each other up and take care of the
Read moreAlready in its 5th edition, the St. John’s International Circus Fest provides a meeting point for far-reaching views and different
Read moreWhether you’re on the studying or the teaching end, aerial training is hard work… but with enough time and support,
Read moreWith Ireland passing the first federal guaranteed income program for artists, could the U.S. potentially do the same? As the
Read moreArtists and performers in the New York City area have long relied on The Muse Brooklyn, an aerial studio space,
Read moreA new show three years in the works, Cirque du Soleil’s ECHO will give a fresh visual flair to innovative
Read moreOmnium Circus, which has made it its mission to be the world’s most inclusive circus, has been named a 2022
Read moreWENATCHEE — A lighthearted and commercial all-ages circus show, “A Night Out in Vegas,” goes up at Numerica Performing Arts
Read moreAn evening of glamor and delight featuring jaw-dropping performances and inspiring stories that celebrate women in circus! Enjoy delicious hors’
Read moreOn the heels of their global voting campaign, the Circus Ring of Fame Foundation has named the next four inductees
Read moreCirque Mechanics partners once again with UNLV’s Performing Arts Center to launch their latest theatrical circus production, Zephyr-A Whirlwind of
Read moreThe World Acrobatics Society (WAS) celebrated its 26th anniversary (1996-2022) at its annual “Hall of Fame” banquet on September 10,
Read moreThe world-renowned Cirque Musica has signed a global rights deal with The Juan Gabriel Estate for the creation and production of “Cirque Musica Presents Querida”
Read morePerformers want their art to reach as many eyes as possible. By taking part in America’s Got Talent: Extreme, fire
Read moreThese 14 original shows will run for a series of one-night-onlys on weekends September 9th to October 1st. Philadelphia’s Circus
Read moreOne midweek night last December, the board of directors of the Contemporary Circus and Immersive Arts Center sat with Aaron
Read moreA self-described disability theatre company is about to premiere a circus production highlighting various members of the deaf, blind and
Read moreAt this year’s annual Circus Historical Society convention, writer and circus scholar Aine Norris got to speak with photographer and
Read moreWhen I interviewed San Francisco dance choreographer Robert Moses, I expected to use the recording to write a preview about
Read moreLaunching the second year of Cannonball, the Almanac Dance Circus Theatre opens up spaces for diverse performance artists to reach
Read moreDragone, a worldwide creative design and production company, founded by renowned theatre creator and artistic director Franco Dragone, announced today
Read moreLet’s talk about radical art. Maybe it happens in two ways. Either something smashes into a culture so abruptly that
Read moreWhen aerial performance became popular in the 20th century, critics reported the confusing gender appearance of its performers. Muscular women
Read moreMentorship programs for emerging artists continue to pop up throughout the United States, closing a training gap within the circus
Read moreWriter and Director Michel Laprise discusses the #creative process of bringing Cirque du Soleil Kurios to life, the various elements
Read moreCircusTalk is pleased to present Journeys Through Queer Circus with Charles Batson, a series revolving around the culture and concerns
Read moreEdmonton, AB – Beginning on June 23, 2022, Edmonton will be home to the first-ever Alberta Circus Arts Festival (ACAF),
Read moreOn April 23, the Philadelphia School of Circus Arts (PSCA) started a new tradition, hosting the AYCO Regional Youth Circus
Read moreCircus photographer Avi Pryntz-Nadworny made the news on April 15th when, during a photo shoot with headlining Cirque US performer
Read moreL’École de cirque de Québec, membre de l’Association des écoles supérieures d’art du Québec (ADESAQ) et de la Fédération Européenne
Read moreIn recent years, the exciting field of circus stunt work has expanded rapidly… and many career circus artists are now
Read moreIn 2020, the American Circus Educators Association (ACE) and the American Youth Circus Organization (AYCO) provided a comprehensive census of
Read moreFusion Sport helps organizations around the world achieve elite human performance improvement with Smartabase software platform. Fusion Sport, a global leader
Read moreSince its founding, Omnium: A Bold New Circus has sought to make the circus experience accessible to audiences of all
Read moreWith the upcoming fourth tour of its show RagTag: A Circus in Stitches, the New England-based circus collective Cirque Us
Read moreWith 40 years of creating and celebrating Circus in Newfoundland, it’s Wonderbolt Productions’ Ruby Anniversary, and we’re gonna party like
Read moreJohnathan Lee Iverson and the CircusVoices podcast present Chris Lashua, the BMX wunderkind turned visionary founder of one of the
Read moreTo weather the impacts of COVID-19 on the circus industry, community members across the U.S. came together and created the
Read moreOn behalf of the International Performing Arts Conference (CINARS) Board of Directors, the respective chairman of the Board and CINARS
Read moreLooking to take your circus practice outside-the-box or tent this summer? Sunbury Shores Arts and Nature Centre wants to help.
Read moreCirque du Soleil’s new Las Vegas show ” Mad Apple” to debut at New York-New York Hotel & Casino this
Read moreThis article broadly presents my dissertation defended last June at Concordia University. The main argument is that by offering performances
Read moreCelebrating Black Creators for Black History Month 2022, Johnathan Lee Iverson and the CircusVoices podcast presents the legendary Vanessa Thomas,
Read moreDrawn to Life, the long-awaited collaborative production between Cirque du Soleil, Walt Disney Animation Studios, and Walt Disney Imagineering, premiered
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 moreArts Outreach through the Circus Lens What would you do if a library system approached you with a commission to
Read moreThe Circus Ring of Fame Foundation announced today new dates and locations for their annual induction ceremony. The ceremony, normally
Read moreIn the Mexican community of Presa de Bravo, Corregidora municipality, the civil association Bravo por el Arte A.C. will carry
Read moreCirque Éloize, Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth, and Ivanhoé Cambridge have joined forces to present a unique experience in the heart
Read moreAround the world, local and national governments are funding and supporting more holiday entertainment than usual this season to uplift
Read moreThe Circus Project, a non-profit circus school located in Portland, Oregon that provides recreational classes, intensive Training Companies, and multiple
Read moreSAP SE announced that Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has expanded its relationship with SAP by investing in SAP’s business-transformation-as-a-service
Read moreLas Vegas entertainment giants Criss Angel and Franco Dragone announced their new production “Amystika – The Secret Revealed” to begin
Read moreBroadway is back. But as shows resume performance after the long pandemic shutdown, some of the biggest plays and musicals
Read moreDrawn to Life is coming to Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Written and directed by Michel
Read moreWithin the circus world, a name like Nik Wallenda almost needs no introduction. Everyone knows who the Wallendas are– and
Read moreA new circus seeking to cater to diverse audiences and feature performers with disabilities has postponed its in-person world debut. Crews were
Read moreFollowing the successful reopening of four of its Las Vegas resident productions, Cirque du Soleil has chosen Houston to relaunch
Read moreThe circus is coming … back. Feld Entertainment is casting for a new version of the Greatest Show on Earth,
Read moreThe 7 Fingers (Les Sept Doigts de la Main) collective’s newest show, “Dear San Francisco: A High-Flying Love Story,” opened
Read moreThe mystery-laden offices of Baraboo’s fabulous Ringling Bros. Circus just won $500,000 for restoration and preservation. That’s the good news.
Read moreFor the first time in 65 years, the ownership rights to the Bozo character have been sold to actor David
Read moreI’ve had a daydream of this scene before: a curious scholar peers through a telescope from a high window in
Read more(CNN)- The curtains have been closed and the lights dimmed on Broadway since March 12, 2020. But New York City is slowly reopening amid
Read moreAPAP to distribute more than $2 million in grants to the field as part of its ArtsForward program. The Association
Read moreNew York, NY — For the first time in the Wallenda family’s 200 year history, world-renowned aerialist, high wire artist
Read morePUEBLA, MEXICO — In 2000, Darina Robles Pérez of Mexico City told a teacher from the Russian Circus of Moscow
Read moreCircus schools are back in swing and Ecole national de cirque (ENC) announced their new director of studies (Thursday, September
Read more(CNN) Olympic gymnasts McKayla Maroney and Simone Biles ripped the FBI and the Justice Department in Senate testimony Wednesday for
Read moreMontreal, September 26, 2021 – This year marks the 40th anniversary of the École de danse contemporaine de Montréal (EDCM).
Read moreUdai Olivares does outreach for a program that helps Dane County families learn about healthy eating. Veronica Esquivel preps food
Read moreLAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Cirque du Soleil’s “KÀ” will return to the stage on the Las Vegas Strip in November, a
Read moreIn its 4th year already, St. John’s International CircusFest is prepared for a second round of pandemic hustle in festival
Read moreNew Cirque du Soleil production is scheduled to open November 18, 2021 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 17, 2021 /CNW/
Read moreIn this podcast series called Press Pass with the Editor, we will be your front row access to what’s happening
Read moreIn her first month as CEO of CircusTalk, Stacy Clark made time in her busy schedule for her favorite part
Read moreAs circus professionals we all know the importance of documenting our performances, events, and coaching sessions. But does your documentation
Read moreThe new Las Vegas restaurant will be an “Italian-American-Psychedelic” experience alongside the live entertainment company’s show Opium. This fall, live
Read moreSaying no can be a radical act of self-preservation and a way to educate others. In a world full of
Read moreWhat does it mean to take ownership of your career? And how do you find work-life balance? Join host Ileigh
Read moreHow can you make marketing less overwhelming? Do you really need a website? If you’ve got your logos and colors,
Read moreEvery year since 1947, the International Jugglers’ Association (IJA) has been uniting jugglers around the world with events, awards and
Read moreTwelve public schools in Winnipeg are currently operating circus programs in physical education. Circus arts have been gaining popularity in schools
Read moreAs a circus professional, are you getting the most out of your Instagram account? Do you have a clear intention
Read moreDo you have a plan for your dream circus career or life? As artists, sometimes it’s easy to just dive
Read moreIn this discussion between three major players from three distinct zones of the circus arts and sport world, they explore
Read more“Of all the Spiegeltents in all the neighborhoods of Chicago, Cleopatra walks into Chef Caesar’s joint…” starts the Teatro Zinzanni
Read moreWhat’s your relationship to your rates? Are you confident with the rates you set? Or do you have nagging fears
Read moreScarlett Business, aka Kyle Cragle, is the latest performer to leave the judges heavily impressed on “America’s Got Talent.” The
Read moreOn Tuesday, the National Hispanic Cultural Center Foundation announced that they had received a $30,000 grant back in March from
Read moreIn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto discusses the legacy of PRIDE in circus
Read moreIMPORTANT BREAKING NEWS: Two days after I completed my interview with Bill Martinez (below), the Tamizdat organization issued the following
Read moreAre you a circus professional who is pitching entertainment or shows, or are you a coach who offers private lessons
Read moreIn a cloud of smoke, the train will fly through the air above the stage as aerialists and acrobats depicting
Read moreWell, don’t be a zombie! You are about to enter a members-only zone.To share this article on your CircusTalk member
Read moreRuth Juliet Wikler, Deputy Director of Programming for Circus/Director, MICC at TOHU/Montréal Complètement Cirque (MCC) probably has a to-do list as long
Read moreDo you need a sales process? If you’re booking entertainment at events or booking your own coaching lessons or classes,
Read moreThe announcement of the Hideaway Circus’ new tour is a spark of good news for the circus community. It is
Read more“It’s definitely amazing to be able to be here, and her family can be here and watch her, and see
Read moreOn today’s episode Josh and Lyndsay announce Hideaway Circus‘s new open air circus titled Stars Above set to tour around
Read moreWhen Alice Clark Brown told her family she was going to leave college and join the circus in 1972, they
Read moreAs the circus industry comes back to life, a new class of graduates flexes its muscles. These bright artists have
Read moreThe great Beyoncé, the historic Troubadour, the iconic Forum, the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, lauded upstart Billy Strings
Read moreCircuses made entertainment a community event. Much about popular entertainment has changed over the past century — from movies to
Read moreFeld Entertainment recently announced some exciting news, the appointment of a new casting director, Giulio Scatola. Scatola happily shared the
Read more“This is excellent economic and cultural news for Montreal.” Cirque du Soleil has announced that their Montreal shows under the
Read moreHost Shenea Stiletto interviews Chinese Pole Artist Léo Pilote in this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast. Léo
Read moreAs the circus industry comes back to life, a new class of graduates flexes its muscles. These bright artists have
Read moreThe Radiohead song “Where I End and You Begin” comes to mind while watching Circadium’s new work HELIOPAUSE. In physics,
Read moreWhen Walt Disney first conceived of the idea that would eventually become Disneyland, much of his desire to build his
Read moreIn breaking news, Cirque du Soleil is hosting a new vaccination site. This development offers more hope to the performing
Read moreThis June, we are highlighting circus graduates! From social media shoutouts to student interviews, keep an eye out for graduation
Read moreOn today’s episode, Josh and Lyndsay return to the Beyond Babel theater, talk about a new show from the 7
Read moreWith live entertainment bookings on the rise as more Americans get vaccinated and states ease coronavirus restrictions, Cirque du Soleil
Read moreCirK 2.2 est un projet de recherche sur lequel je travaille depuis maintenant 5 ans, mettant en lien le son
Read moreCINARS has offered a spring virtual conference focused on encouraging global artistic encounters. From May 25th to May 28th, 2021,
Read more“Black Circus Lives Matter”, #METOO In Circus;” As an African American woman, World Renowned Circus artist, former Two-Time World Acrobaticgymnastics
Read moreThe production was created by Bay Area natives and The 7 Fingers co-founders Gypsy Snider and Shana Carroll. Today, internationally
Read moreCircus Voices, a podcast brought to you by CircusTalk, is pleased to present an interview with Jean-Luc Martin on Audio Explorations with the Editor.
Read moreFor the Celebration of the One Year Anniversary of the Live Like An Acrobat podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Creative
Read moreLas Vegas is slowly returning to its typical pace as shows like Cirque du Soleil are ready to take the
Read moreCanadian Heritage invites artists and content creators of all backgrounds and disciplines to share their current reality during and prior
Read moreFor this celebratory episode of Motherhood & Circuspreneurship on the Live Like An Acrobat podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Mary
Read moreLike the rest of the world, American circus artists have spent the last eighteen months largely out of work, unemployed
Read moreAfter shuttering dozens of shows and shedding most of its work force, the vaunted Canadian circus faces an uphill struggle
Read moreIronically, if Circus Bella had just waited to reclassify its workers, it might not be in this mess. Abigail Munn
Read moreRelief and hope for the sector. En Piste, the National Circus Arts Alliance, welcomes the announcement by the Quebec Minister
Read moreThe COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the performing arts. Especially hard hit are performing artists who rely
Read moreIn the world of circus, the whole Earth can be our stage. Local shows find their home all over the
Read moreOn today’s episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about the newly formed American Circus Alliance and their Be An Arts Hero
Read moreIntermission is over! Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group (“Cirque du Soleil”), the world’s leading producer of high-quality live entertainment, marks
Read moreNot that we need the reminder in today’s day and age, but April is Stress Awareness Month. If you’re anything
Read moreToby Ballantine, son of legendary clown Bill Ballantine, followed his father’s footsteps and performed with Ringling Bros. and many other
Read moreWhat happens when the trapezes stop swinging, popcorn stops popping, and acrobats, jugglers and clowns have no audience to delight
Read moreHand to Hand, returns this summer with two weeks of dynamic, socially distanced performances and workshops for the entire family.
Read moreIt began as a curiosity before blossoming into an unlikely hit on the Las Vegas Strip, something that simultaneously mocked
Read moreDima Shine Founder of Shine Alternative Fitness Studio in Las Vegas is this weeks guest on the Live Like An
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 De Blasio’s “Show Must Go On” plan for theater in New York
Read moreCelebrating women making history in circus, host Shenea Stiletto interviews the “Ladybug “ clown character from Cirque Du Soleil’s touring
Read moreNever before has the circus combined performances that make audiences’ stomachs drop with recipes that make them grumble. Circus Harmony,
Read moreOn today’s episode, Josh and Lyndsay wonder whether Actors Equity will slow down the reopening of Broadway, talk about some
Read moreThe decision to cancel the 2020 Gamma Phi Circus annual shows due to mass gathering restrictions caused by the coronavirus
Read moreCircusTalk would like to introduce a new collaboration between The 7 Fingers and Shocap Entertainment. The two organizations are setting
Read moreThe Greatest Show on Earth, officially known as The Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus, put Venice on the
Read moreThe thrill of watching performers work their bodies in ways most of us would never think of, comes through your
Read moreOn today’s episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about the one year anniversary of the pandemic shutdown, recap how theirs Clubhouse
Read moreLaura-Ann Chong had been touring the world with Cirque du Soleil, now she is keeping in shape teaching circus skills
Read moreThe performer died of natural causes in Sarasota, Florida, on Saturday morning, according to her son Rick Wallenda. Carla Wallenda,
Read moreWhile Broadway awaits its return, nonprofits and new leaders should seize the chance to return the art form to a
Read moreOn this celebratory episode honoring International Women’s Day & Women’s History Month on the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host
Read moreThe fuse has been excruciatingly long, spanning the globe and smoldering for more than a year. But Cirque du Soleil
Read moreA well known circus creator has reportedly inked a deal to take over Club Fugazi in North Beach, the longtime
Read moreOn today’s episode Josh and Lyndsay share some good news regarding reopening announcements on the Las Vegas strip, updates on
Read moreThis panel is part of CircusTalk’s Wake Up Call for Inclusion series. In this panel discussion about LGBTQIA’s presence in
Read moreFinding space for your project can be a bigger challenge than you might expect. Circus projects especially tend to have
Read more“We get to share our culture with everyone and each member of the audience leaves with a message: that everyone
Read moreTo celebrate the closing of Black History Month on the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews the
Read moreA circus company that has existed for nearly 30 years, Cirque Éloize saw 95% of its income drop to zero
Read moreIt’s been said that elephants never forget and many in Yarmouth have also never forgotten Shirley the elephant – remembering
Read moreIn Center Ring Presents the cast of The Crown. The much anticipated short film, featuring an all star ensemble of
Read moreThe Pivot is an interview series created to highlight those in our industry who have learned to pivot and find
Read moreA few artists from from the closed Cirque du Soleil stage show “Zumanity” have grown tired of waiting for the
Read moreMartin & Lewis. Siegfried & Roy. Allen & Rossi. Penn & Teller. Donny & Marie. And now, Mr. Smiles &
Read moreOn today’s episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about recent issues of plagiarism and copyright in the French circus community, a
Read moreAs Dawn Tucker jogged her usual route in Staunton, Virginia’s Thornrose Cemetery, she heard a voice say, “Turn around.” Tucker did,
Read moreOn today’s episode Josh and Lyndsay chat about the future of Blue Man Group in Orlando, if insurance payouts will
Read moreBlue Man Group’s production at Universal Orlando has closed for good, the resort has confirmed. The show, featuring smooth-headed, silent,
Read moreThe Pivot is an interview series created to highlight those in our industry who have learned to pivot and find
Read moreWhen the pandemic struck, in March 2020, Cirque du Soleil had to close in the space of a few days
Read moreThe pandemic has caused a lot of people to move out of the Orlando area, but three very recognizable men
Read moreI have some pretty distinct memories of going to see the circus with my parents when I was a child.
Read moreA Massachusetts circus coach was arrested Thursday on charges he sexually assaulted a 15-year-old former student multiple times in the
Read moreIn 2016, Milner Library received one of its largest grants ever to collaborate with Circus World in Baraboo, Wisconsin, and The John
Read moreFor this special Inaugural episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto honors a historic moment in
Read moreFor aerialists like Kyla Ernst-Alper, life during the pandemic has felt pretty precarious. Ernst-Alper, whose job – using her airborne
Read moreCircusTalk would like to share with you a unique upcoming production: A.Lone. A.Lone was developed and rehearsed remotely, giving the
Read moreOn today’s episode Josh and Lyndsay remember some of the great circus folk lost to the Coronavirus pandemic, discuss a
Read moreDavid Maas, half of a husband-wife magic act that achieved YouTube stardom, performed on some of television’s biggest stages and
Read moreAfter a nationwide search that included reviewing dozens of applications, New England Center for Circus Arts has hired its next
Read moreSiegfried Fischbacher, half of the magician team of Siegfried & Roy known for their glittering costumes and extravagant illusions involving
Read moreCelebrating the New Year and Season Two of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Arpit Agarwal
Read moreThe pandemic made ringing in the new year less of a bang, and more of a fizzle, and for some
Read moreThe Pivot is an interview series created to highlight those in our industry who have learned to pivot and find
Read moreOn today’s episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about how the recently passed Save Our Stages act could help American circus
Read moreThe pandemic has been especially tough for families already struggling with other difficulties. As Gil Tucker reports, some young Calgarians
Read moreThe Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey circus shut its doors after 146 years, in 2017. Before that, for a good
Read moreOn this special holiday episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Circus Artist & Founder
Read moreThe Uncle Junior Project is a sharing of research on the African-American circus community sparked by respect for the work
Read moreOn today’s episode Josh and Lyndsay do a deep dive into Cirque Du Soleil‘s current financial challenges and credit rating,
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews world famous pole performer, dance instructor,
Read moreEight acrobats severely injured when the rigging suspending them by their hair plummeted to the floor during a circus performance
Read moreThe Pivot is an interview series created to highlight those in our industry who have learned to pivot and find
Read moreIn Las Vegas this past Halloween weekend, one of the most celebrated variety arts shows in the US quietly re-opened
Read moreOn today’s episode Josh and Lyndsay talk about the open casting call for their upcoming 2021 outdoor circus production, turnover
Read moreAbout a year ago, Cirque du Soleil’s aquatic landmark “O” shifted to a seven-night schedule, a first for the dream-like
Read moreOn this weeks episode of the Live Like An Acrobat podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews “Mystère” Red and Yellow Bird
Read moreIn Center Ring Presents the indomitable Jen Bricker-Bauer, acclaimed aerialist and speaker. In this episode Jen opens up about the
Read moreThis weeks episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast hosted by Shenea Stiletto features special guest Founder & Creative
Read moreBronx native and Big Apple Circus Ringmaster Storm Marrero participated in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade on Thursday. She is
Read moreThis year has brought a lot of changes, developments, and new initiatives to CircusTalk. One thing we want to focus
Read moreAbstract To examine how Circus broadly approaches equity and inclusion in North America, a survey was generated and distributed online.
Read moreIn Center Ring presents the beneficent Lisa B. Lewis, founder of Omnium: A Bold New Circus. In this episode Lisa
Read moreOn today’s episode, Josh and Lyndsay talk about the latest news from Las Vegas including the closure of Zumanity, a
Read moreDr. Jeff Russell, associate professor of athletic training within the College of Health Sciences and Professions at Ohio University, is
Read moreIn 2020, you would be hard-pressed to find a sword swallower. Well, any sideshow act, really. In the age of
Read moreMONTREAL, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2020 Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group closes previously announced Purchase Agreement with its secured lenders and
Read moreFew sectors have been forced to as grinding a halt or been shrouded with more uncertainty than the performing arts.
Read moreFor this weeks episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto is joined by fellow CircusTalk contributor
Read moreWith COVID restrictions still in place, many artists are only holding events virtually but a few groups have found creative
Read moreIn Center Ring Presents the charming Jenny Vidbel, the celebrated animal trainer and guardian of the Al & Joyce Vidbel
Read moreIn breaking news that is a mixed bag for Las Vegas circus, Cirque du Soleil announced their the tough decision
Read moreIn Center Ring Presents the mesmerizing Jason Span, US Navy Veteran turned high-flying circus star. In this episode Jason opens
Read moreOn this week’s episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews director Kip Jones about how
Read moreThe Uncle Junior Project is a sharing of research on the African-American circus community sparked by respect for the work
Read moreVeronica Blair of the Uncle Junior Project recently partnered with Felicity Hesed, San Francisco based clown and storyteller, to create this
Read moreAs a car pulls into a drive-thru food distribution site at Chollas Mead Elementary, circus performers give the family inside
Read moreWhat is the state of theme parks in the USA during the latest wave of coronavirus? In this update from
Read moreMOVE IT! is Parallel Exit’s free video series looking at circus artists from around the world. This episode is part
Read moreSpiegelworld has announced it will bring its acclaimed comedy-variety show “Absinthe” back to the stage on October 28. The performance
Read moreIn Center Ring presents the brilliant Susan Voyticky, an groundbreaking and eclectic artist. In this episode Susan invites us to
Read moreThe ownership transfer of Cirque du Soleil could prevent 1,500 of its Canadian employees, who lost their livelihoods due to
Read moreChar Lan District High School students in Williamstown were treated to a performance on Wednesday, October 14th, by Indigenous hoop
Read moreIn Center Ring Presents Keith Nelson & Stephanie Monseu, founders of Bindlestiff Family Cirkus. In this episode, Keith and Stephanie
Read moreCirkaskina’s first 2020 young ambassadors’ committee was organized the weekend of September 25th, in collaboration with the St. John’s International
Read moreIn Center Ring Presents, the wondrous heroine, Jessica Hentoff, founder, executive and artistic director of Circus Harmony. In this episode
Read moreAs part of the 2020 Fringe Festival, Tangle Movement Arts will present the show “The Way Out,” a series of
Read moreAt the beginning of 2020, Circus Harmony had a busy schedule. The St. Louis-based nonprofit social circus was getting ready
Read moreBefore the pandemic, Nina Sawant made a living hanging from hoops, contorting into improbable shapes and shimmering in sequins under
Read moreThis week’s episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Lisa Aneiva, founder of Dancing Is
Read moreOn today’s episode Josh & Lyndsay talk about a new juggling podcast they’ve been enjoying, the re-opening regulations for arts
Read moreThis panel is part of CircusTalk’s Circus and Changing Realities 2020 series. In this episode, titled American Circus–The Now & The Future,
Read moreWhen Serenity Smith Forchion couldn’t offer Nimble Arts’s normal two or three performances a week this year due to the
Read moreProlonged closures at Disney’s California-based theme parks and limited attendance at its open parks has forced the company to lay
Read moreThe Uncle Junior Project is a sharing of research on the African-American circus community sparked by respect for the work
Read moreThis panel is part of CircusTalk’s Circus and Changing Realities 2020 series. In this episode, titled A Historical Look at the American and
Read moreThe Third Annual St. John’s International CircusFest takes place September 25-27, 2020. Traditionally, the Festival occurs in coastal St John’s,
Read moreAn exciting show, xoxo moongirl, an autobiographical circus fantasia, will be performed live by Nicole Burgio at the Morris Museum
Read moreIn Center Ring presents the innovative Fanny Kerwich, the visionary founder of Lone Star Circus. In this episode Fanny shares
Read more“Foster Park,” the ringmaster cried, piercing the quiet of a September afternoon in Auburn Gresham, “are you ready for a
Read moreI first met Rob Torres in 1998 in my home in Portland Maine. Avner (the Eccentric) Eisenberg had brought Rob
Read moreIn Center Ring presents the amusing and amazing, Getti Kehayova. In this episode, Getti details her path to online sensation
Read moreIn theater, once a show is ready for opening night, the director has to let go. This is the analogy
Read moreMontreal circus arts centre TOHU has announced a new show that starts tomorrow called Battements de Cirque. Created by Anouk
Read moreMitch Garber announced on Monday that he will be stepping down as chairman of the board of the Cirque du
Read moreCircus Harmony presents: The Balancing Act: Walking the Pandemic Tightrope on October 10th at 7pm featuring Circus Harmony students and
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews Samantha Panda, a world traveling Contortionist,
Read moreJamie Hodgson compares her departure as executive director of New England Center for Circus Arts to dropping a child off
Read moreThis week The Uncle Junior Project takes a break from its regularly scheduled content to present new historical research called Entrapment
Read moreEvan Baird literally jumped at the chance to perform Thursday at a memory care center in Burr Ridge. All the
Read moreIsrael Portugal pivots on the slack wire with catlike confidence, catching the small balls tossed to him by his brother
Read moreRepresentatives of more than 70 Mexican circus companies gathered in front of Palacio Nacional in order to demand that their
Read moreOn this episode of the Live Like An Acrobat Podcast, host Shenea Stiletto interviews womenpreneur & aerialist Summer Lacy who
Read morehis morning, September 1, WDI submitted a “notice of commencement” with Orange County. Disney “hereby gives notice that improvement will
Read moreIn Center Ring Presents the high flying Kristin Mass, a woman on a mission to make her beloved Central Florida
Read moreA look at some of America’s most intriguing circus aerialists, featuring Noeli Acoba, Eric Allen, Vanessa Aviles, Lindsay Culbert-Olds, Eve
Read moreIn 2013, dancer and musician Leah Casper was struggling to find a band or performance troupe that fit her skills,
Read moreShowbiz royalty, literal and figurative, are the latest nominees for induction into the 2021 Circus Ring of Fame, announced by
Read moreSarasota, Florida- August 17, 2020. The Circus Ring of Fame Foundation has announced the nominees for the Class of 2021. The
Read moreLenders to Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group won control of the company in a court-supervised restructuring. The bid by the
Read moreIn Center Ring presents, the legendary Mr. Paul Binder – the Brooklyn kid turned American circus icon. In this episode
Read moreFringeArts in Philadelphia has announced details for their 24th annual Fringe Festival, which runs September 10 through October 4. The
Read moreA look at some amazing circus aerialists, bringing joy and wonder to audiences all over the world. Part 1 of
Read moreThe question that comes to mind is, how have you been surviving? This is not a hyperbole as the world
Read moreLAS VEGAS (KTNV) — One of Las Vegas’ most popular shows on the Strip is permanently closing due to the
Read moreIn Center Ring presents the indomitable Shenea “Stiletto” Booth, triumphant in and out of the circus ring. In this second
Read moreDan Butler is used to being nimble and flexible. As executive director of Circus Juventas, he’s been teaching trapeze and
Read moreAmerica’s Got Talent is returning for its 15th season on NBC starting Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 8 p.m., and you
Read moreIn Center Ring presents the astonishing Shenea Booth, world champion and hall of fame acrobatic gymnast turned circus star. In
Read moreThe Uncle Junior Project is a sharing of research on the African-American circus community sparked by respect for the work
Read moreIn Center Ring presents the regal Joseph Pinzon. The aspiring theater artist turned soaring circus star and producer. In this
Read moreListen in as hoop artist and self-proclaimed sparkling garbage, Julie Marshall, grapples with the question: WTF is ART anyway? And
Read moreEver think there isn’t much to do outside beyond picnics in parks? You’re dead wrong, Montreal. During a ‘normal’ summer,
Read moreTake a deep dive into the world of directing with Jesse Dryden. Jesse is the only Canadian graduate of the
Read moreEscuela Nacional de Circo de Puerto Rico (ENCPR) (The National Circus of Puerto Rico) is a non-profit entity that was
Read moreIn Center Ring presents, the prodigious Gena Shvartsman Cristiani, the prolific creative and fifth generation circus artist. In this episode,
Read moreThis week’s episode of The Artist Athlete Podcast gets real meta real fast by interviewing Shenea “Stiletto” Booth about her
Read moreIn Center Ring presents, the incomparable, Paris “The Hip Hop Juggler.” The mesmerizing Harlemite with his unique brand of showmanship.
Read moreChief State Medical Examiner James Gill said Tuesday that experts were unable to extract viable DNA from the exhumed bones
Read moreElla and Kyle Catanzaro are especially looking forward to this year’s Circus Smirkus summer camp. Most of the teenagers’ spring
Read moreA peek inside the social circus company Circus Harmony, with multiple performances and interview with Founder, Executive and Artistic Director
Read moreThe International Jugglers Association’s Festival (founded in 1947) celebrated its festival as many other circus festivals this year did–online. This
Read morePhoto Credit: Grace Gershenfeld It’s an uncertain time for all of us in the circus community, not the least of
Read moreThe staff and board of directors of the John and Mable Ringling Museum were deeply saddened to learn of the
Read moreThe situation with solving Cirque du Soleil’s debt situation and getting back to a functional company is complex and ever-unfolding.
Read moreDuring this crazy time each person is affected in a different way. Many aspects of daily life have changed and
Read moreHe left us too early as he was a few weeks shy of turning 31. Nakotah Lomasohu LaRance was a world-famous Native
Read moreThis is the episode where Shannon fangirls for an hour over aerial ICON Isabelle Chasse. Isabelle immortalized the aerial act
Read moreIn Center Ring presents, the delightful, Noeli Acoba. The budding circus star turned YouTube sensation. In this episode, Noeli takes
Read moreCirque du Soleil’s creditors are finalizing an agreement that could replace the one put forward by the insolvent entertainment company’s
Read moreLenders to Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group are working on an offer to replace the bid made by TPG and
Read moreMontreal’s annual circus festival is putting on a series of outdoor pop-up performances from July 6 to 12, but organizers
Read moreOn today’s episode Josh and Lyndsay discuss the closure of Circus Warehouse‘s training space, the bankruptcy and lawsuits surrounding Cirque
Read moreThe Uncle Junior Project is a sharing of research on the African-American circus community sparked by respect for the work
Read moreRingmaster and CircusTalk writer Johnathan Lee Iverson has created a podcast/vlog series called In Center Ring where he showcases established
Read moreWelcome to Week 13 of New Victory Arts Break! Guided by New Victory Teaching Artists, Arts Break is a curriculum
Read moreOn July 8th, 3:30 pm EST, a team from Concordia, spearheaded by Dr. Louis Patrick Leroux (of the Montreal Working
Read moreOn today’s episode, Cirque Du Soleil‘s official bankruptcy, the extended Broadway shutdown, and an artistic controversy surrounding a recent BLM themed
Read moreIn a move that would have been unheard of even a year ago, Cirque du Soleil, the Las Vegas Strip’s
Read moreAn interesting look at the Big Apple Circus through the business lense as a case study for non-profits. By 2016,
Read moreThe coronavirus pandemic is causing a lot of industries and sectors of work to reevaluate the core of who they
Read moreOn today’s episode, Josh and Lyndsay discuss two companies doing the right thing, Midnight Circus in the Parks and The
Read moreStudents soon to graduate from Montreal’s esteemed National Circus School expect months of uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic, which
Read moreOn the day of the Cirque du Soleil’s 36th anniversary, some of its employees and artists gathered in front of
Read moreIn episode 6: Part 2 of our series looking at iconic moments of the nonprofit era of The Big Apple
Read moreLas Vegas Creators United is a once in a lifetime chance for people all around the world to get a
Read moreThe Circus Ring of Fame Foundation began in 1988 and has since inducted 140 circus artists from around the world. The
Read moreFlorida State University’s The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art has been awarded a $30,000 grant by the National
Read moreFrom self-quarantining to social distancing, feeling “stuck” is a unanimous condition we’re experiencing during the COVID-19 pandemic. But in the
Read moreOn Monday, Cirque du Soleil received a proposal from creditors “that would convert the company’s $900 million in debt into
Read moreIt’s an uncertain time for all of us in the circus community, not the least of all the graduating students
Read moreThis week in Circus is usually your go-to place for a brief round-up of the circus industry’s top news. However,
Read moreKevin Venardos is a dreamer. It’s big dreams that led him to try out for an unconventional job after college:
Read moreStudents from across America will graduate tonight in a virtual graduation ceremony at one of the most interesting full-time professional
Read moreI remember sitting in a patch of sun after I had finished teaching for the morning. I spoke with Jed
Read moreIt seems like everyone wants a piece of Cirque du Soleil and the competition to win a slice continues. In
Read moreDays before The Ringling reopens after being closed for more than two months due to the coronavirus, the museum has
Read moreActress Eva Longoria tackles a new wellness routine. From mastering the trapeze to juggling and aerial acrobatics; watch the actress
Read moreThe Circus Historical Society has announced that Chris Berry has won the 2020 Stuart Thayer Prize. The Thayer Prize is
Read moreIn episode 5: A conversation with Chris Lashua, the Founder and Artistic Director of Cirque Mechanics R