For the purposes of this article I'm going to assume you have an act/s of performance standard ready to go. The following is a step by step guide on what to do to get your act out there and be paid to do it! If you'd like advice about putting an act together, try reading my blog How to Create a Successful Roving Act. A lot of the tips can also be applied to stage and installation acts. Firstly, let's put this article into context. There are a number of different types of circus work and the avenues to this work vary accordingly. The most obvious which probably springs to most peoples' minds is to join a circus company as a solo or ensemble artist. This is one type of circus work but not the only one. Another method is to simply create your own stage show, street show or company. Finally, many circus performers work as independent circus artists, performing at corporate, community events. This last type of work is what I'll be focusing on in this article as it's what I know the most about.
The following is a list, in order, of how to get work as an independent circus artist at community and corporate events:
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Choosing where to study full-time is a big decision. This simple, fun quiz will get you thinking about what type of school would suit you best. Take a pen and paper and note down whether you answer A, B, C or D to each question..... 1. What is your favorite genre of dance to do?
A spiky ball is one piece of equipment which I always have in my dance and circus bag. Having gone through many spiky balls over the years I consider myself a bit of a spiky ball connoisseur. You definitely don't need to spend AU $35 at a sports store to get a good one. The following is a review of my top 5 favorites and where to get them.
Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. 5. Large Spiky Ball
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These balls are 10cm in diameter are made from a hard rubber compound so they're fairly strong but have the tiniest bit of give.
These are just like the spiky balls they sell at the big brand sports stores but cheaper. Personally I find longer spikes more effective, however, if you're after a more gentle massage then these are for you. |
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I've been dancing since I was little. I've danced with Melbourne Dance Theatre, Look Left Dance Circus Theatre and Lyrebird Dance Theatre as well as and freelancing around Melbourne as a dancer and circus performer. This blog contains some of the lessons I've learned on my journey and some of the things I wish someone had told me earlier!