PRO Talks are CircusTalk’s live virtual events led by industry influencers and experts with a focus on career-building topics. Our virtual conversations feature talent seekers from different sectors within circus and the performing arts. CircusTalk PRO members will gain new insights, meet fellow professionals, and strengthen their career connections. In our first PRO Talk of 2023, Stacy Clark’s guest was Michael Rice, Executive Producer/Creator of the  VIVA Fest. Michael got his start in the Circus Arts as an Original cast member of Mystere by Cirque du Soleil. He founded Inversion Entertainment in 1998 and has since created acrobatic entertainment for companies worldwide, including the NFL, the NBA, Disney World, Six Flags, Sea World, and Universal Pictures. He was Circus Producer for NBC’s Celebrity Circus, and he also owns Gymcats Gymnastics Center in Henderson NV. During this discussion, Stacy and Michael walk you through everything you ...