T H E   A C T S : aerialists
 


 Aerial Tissue/Rope/more:   Momenta 
 Duo Trapeze/Rope:   Fusion 
 Aerialist Ballet/Hoop:   Friction 
 Spanish Web:  Centrifica 
 Aerial Skating Gymnast: Spectra 
 Flying Trapeze:   The Flying Saucers 
 Arachno Trap:   The Eclipse Duo 
 Straps/Cube/Pole/More:   Antares 
 Static Trapeze / Cloud Swing:   Andromeda 
 Male Doubles Tissue:   Imago 
 Vertical Rope :   Sidus 


* * Aerial Acts on Spanish Web, Tissue, or
       Trapeze can be performed as solos, doubles,
        or ensemble pieces on multiple aparatus.



MOMENTA:
The force and speed expressing the motion of a body

The force and speed expressing the motion of a body Momenta is a principle member of San Francisco based Velocity Circus Troupe. Her diverse circus skills include: flying trapeze, static trapeze, Spanish web, aerial tissue, gymnastics and acrobatic bicycle. Momenta also teaches Aerial Arts locally and internationally. She has performed at numerous local galas and internationally at various Club Med resorts.

Height: 5'6"
Weight 125 lbs.
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Black




FUSION:
The perfect blending of two celestial bodies

Fusion have combined their astronomical skills to create duo trapeze and rope acts of unsurpassed creativity and beauty. They have graced the stages of numerous international circuses, showcases, and galas. Individually, their repertoires include solo trapeze, flying trapeze, aerial clowning, Spanish web, cloud swing, tissue, stilt walking, and juggling.

Height: 5' 4"
Weight 118 lbs.
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Hazel




FRICTION:
The resistive force of a body moving
along a given surface

Friction has taken her vast dance experience to the skies as an aerialist specializing in trapeze and tissue. In addition to her seventeen plus years of studying/ performing ballet and musical theater, she has spent the last four years training in aerial arts and Chinese acrobatics with Master Lu Yi at the San Francisco School of Circus Arts. She has recently performed with the L.A. Circus and the San Francisco Circus, and has appeared in local theater and cabaret productions including the highly acclaimed Defenestration event. Her numerous skills in the performing arts can be combined to suit any theatrical need.

Height: 5'5"
Weight 125 lbs.
Hair: Auburn
Eyes: Blue




CENTRIFICA
The force of a body moving around an axis.

Centrifica is an accomplished Spanish web artist who has toured for over ten years with the New-Old Time Chautauga and The Flying Karamazov Brothers. She has extensive training in theater and aerial arts and continues acrobatic training with Master Lu Yi at the San Francisco School of Circus Arts. Centrifica is a registered nurse, a graduate of Stanford School of Medicine, and a qualified teacher of circus skills to youth and adults.

Height: 5'2"
Weight 115 lbs.
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Brown




SPECTRA:
A diverse range of related ideas which overlap so as to form a continuous sequence.
 
Spectra is a Regional, National and International Champion Gymnast/Skater and Entertainer. Spectra's spectacular signature acts combine Ice or In-line Skating with Gravity-defying gymnastics stunts, object manipulation (ball, hoop, ribbon), and daring circus aerials on Spanish web or tissue. Her singularly unique acts have landed her in the spotlight alongside Olympic champions such as Kristi Yamaguchi and Brian Boitano, as well as in shared performances with top names like Tony Hawk and Eddie Campos in extreme sports. Spectra is a favorite feature act at numerous venues including Disney Parks, Television Specials, and Holiday Ice Shows.

Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 115 lbs.
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Brown





ECLIPSE DUO :
Total or partial blocking of light by one celestial body passing in front of another.

The Stefallis Duo performs creative aerial adagio acts
using static, swinging, or flying trapeze combined with choreography and any theme. Their current original presentation is ARACHNO-TRAP, an aerial fantasy with spider web rigging. They have starred in shows for Circus-Circus in Las Vegas, Clyde Bros. Circus, International Club Med resorts, as well as features in numerous international television appearances. The Stefallis Duo is the winner
of the 1992 International Circus Festival.




THE FLYING SAUCERS:

Any of various objects allegedly seen flying at high speeds and altitudes, often with extreme changes in speed and direction, and presumed to be from outer space.

Stephan Gaudreau, president of Trapeze Arts, Inc. a professional flying trapeze ensemble, originally taught circus skills for Club Med. He worked as lead flyer, performing the triple somersault, with the Flying Angels Troupe and other pro flying trapeze acts in the United States. Trapeze Arts, Inc. continues soaring through the air, presenting their breath-taking acts internationally. Trapeze Arts, Inc. also brings the art of flying to any special interest group, corporate event, etc., where anybody can safely experience the thrill of flight.

* Show includes 4 artists

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ANTARES:
A Red Super giant Star of the First Magnitude
 
Antares, a multi-award-winning aerialist and acrobat, has graced the stages of numerous international-caliber shows. His extraordinary combinations of Olympian style gymnastics, circus arts, and dance are omnipresent in his wondrous signature acts such as: Flying cube/straps, Aerial tissue/straps, Hand balancing, Perch pole, Bungee, Roman rings, High wire, the death-defying Upside-down Walk, and more! From concept to completion, Antares is a perfectionist in all aspects
of performance.

Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 115 lbs.
Hair: Black
Eyes: Black



ANDROMEDA:
The Glorious Galaxy two million light years
away and our nearest major galactic neighbor.

Andromeda is an International performer and teacher of aerial trapeze acts. Andromeda originally trained in Flying Trapeze, Capoeira, Tight Wire and Acrobatics at the Ecole Nationale du Cirque in Paris. Her acts of Galactic strength include: solo static trapeze, doubles static cloud swing, partner/solo hand balancing (human statue), and comedic mini-trampoline. Andromeda can also incorporate her virtuoso violin playing into some of her powerful acts.

Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 135 lbs.
Hair: Optional
Eyes: Blue

 

IMAGO:
An idealized concept formed in childhood and retained through adult life
 
This Imago Duo began their career as competitive gymnasts. Combined, they have won numerous national and world championships, as well as a gold medal at the Canada Games. Becoming elite in their sport landed them a job with the prestigious Cirque Du Soleil. After years with Cirque, this Duo conceived Imago, an aerial display of powerful climbs, drops, Palanques, Partner acrobatics, and momentum on the graceful aerial tissue. Imago is a favorite spectacle act at special and gala events.


 

 

 

SIDUS:
A celestial body generating light and heat
— a dazzling vision in the sky.

From the age of seven Sidus has been training extensively in gymnastics, which culminated in his winning the honor of Gymnastic Champion four years in a row. Sidus then joined the Moscow Circus where he performed various circus acts including the Flying Trapeze, High Bars, Trampoline and Juggling. He was then approached by the widely popular Cirque du Soleil to be a featured performer showcasing his Vertical Rope Acrobatics, a sensual ballet of strength and agility set to music. Currently, Sidus is performing his unique art for exlusive events including corporate meetings and conventions, special openings such as the "Star Wars" Prermier, and even the New York fashion shows of Gianni Versace. Sidus has also appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, performed with Aerosmith at the American Music Awards, and Destiny's Child at the Grammy Awards.

Height: 5' - 11
Weight: 175 lbs.
Hair: Blonde
Eyes: Blue
               

 

 

 


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