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Carrie Heller's Aerial Circus Training and Safety Manual gives the reader
complete information on teaching and learning trapeze, rings, tissue, and
web work. The step-by-step information is accompanied by over 1,000 how-to
photos, as well as safety information and procedures. Heller has assembled
information for circus performers and those who have always wondered
exactly how "they do that." Few books outline the information available in
the Aerial Circus Training and Safety Manual.
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"Learning to Fly; Trapeze
reflections on Fear, Trust and the Joy of Letting Go"
1999 Sam
Keen,
Hard
Cover
Soft Cover
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An excellent book describing the emotional & physical benefits of flying trapeze. Sam is a word wizard that can paint a picture in your mind. He can describe in words the feelings you get when flying. The words that leave you stumbling trying to describe to your friends what it's all about.
DREAMS OF THE SOLO TRAPEZE:
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Offstage with the Cirque du Soleil, Mark Schreiber. Canal House
(1329 Cherry Way Dr., Columbus, Ohio 43230), $19.95 (318p) ISBN
0-9754664-0-2 "Circus is family.... Do you understand?
Every circus begins with a family": these words by solo trapeze artist
Olga Sidorova are dramatically illuminated by Schreiber's portrait of the
artists who perform in Cirque du Soleil's Saltimbanco.
A serendipitous meeting with Sidorova at an Amsterdam nightclub drew the
author, a novelist (Princes in Exile), into an intriguing world of
acrobats, Olympic gymnasts, jugglers, mimes and aerial artists.
He immersed himself in that world for a year.
The Cirque, founded in 1984 with headquarters in Montreal, is famed for
dazzling productions that creatively employ circus arts mixed with
theater, dance, music, sound and costumes.
Although Schreiber was refused permission to speak with troupe members
backstage (he did meet with them outside the hightop), he was assisted by
his deepening friendship with Sidorova while following Saltimbanco to
Barcelona, Vienna and Brussels.
Schreiber provides a wealth of perceptive portraits, but his eloquent
evocation of Sidorova is the heart and soul of this account.
Sidorova fled her childhood home in Siberia at the age of 14, determined
to realize her dream of becoming a trapeze artist.
After some very rough spots, she trained with several excellent aerial
coaches before finally joining the Cirque. Here she emerges as a woman who
has achieved success in a highly dangerous profession by grit and grace.
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Cirque du Soleil has become an international theatrical sensation,
having thrilled the imaginations of more than 40 million people with its
innovative circus experience. In 20 years, Cirque du Soleil skyrocketed
from a troupe on the streets of Montreal known as "The High Heels Club" to
a circus extravaganza involving 2,400 employees worldwide and some 500
artists performing in more than 130 cities around the globe in active
productions that are both on tour and permanently on view in Las Vegas and
Orlando.
With unprecedented access to Cirque du Soleil members in the telling of
their story-including its founder, Guy Laliberté-Cirque du Soleil: 20
Years Under the Sun is the first retrospective to chart the history of
this extraordinary cultural phenomenon from its humble origins to its
remarkable international success. With 300-plus full-color illustrations
that feature all of the company's dazzling productions-among them
Saltimbanco, Mystère, Varekai, and "O"-this exceptional volume captures
Cirque's magic on the printed page with the visual brio for which the
company is widely renowned. The release of this book is set to coincide
with Cirque du Soleil's 20th anniversary. AUTHOR BIO: Tony Babinski is a
writer, filmmaker, and musician based in Montreal. From 1994 to 2000 he
coproduced, cowrote, and scored a series of award-winning experimental
films. Kristian Manchester, also based in Montreal, is an art director
with the Diesel design firm.
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Video
Trapeze
(1956) VHS
Rated: NR
Starring: Burt Lancaster, Tony Curtis
A Moody love triangle with a European circus background; aerialist
Lancaster and Curtis vie in the air and on the ground for Gina's
attention. Nice aerial stunt-work by various big top professionals.
CinemaScope.
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"The ABC's of Trapeze"
Tony Steele,
This book has info and photos about Tony Steele, but it's main
focus is on Flying Trapeze maneuvers & tricks with diagrams and
detailed instruction on how each is done. From beginners & basic swing
to advanced tricks.
"A Reckless Era of Aerial Performance, The Evolution of Trapeze" 1994, Steve Gossard, 10 Siesta Court, Bloomington, Illinois 61704
"Born to Fly: The story of Tito Gaona" 1994 Tito Gaona with Harry L. Graham, Words & Pictures Press, P.O. Box 6623, Orange, Ca 92613
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Born to Fly
by Evans, Sara
(Audio CD - Oct 10, 2000)
Nice cover song 'born to fly', would make good sound track to acts and
video.
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"The Biggest Trick: Miguel Vasquez'
Quadruple Somersault"
Harry L. Graham, 425 N.
Fern Street, Orange, CA 92867.
THE
MODERN GYMNAST: Being Practical Instructions on the Horizontal Bar,
Parallel Bars, Vaulting Horse, Flying Trapeze, Etc. Etc. Etc.. by
Spencer, Charles.
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Essential Guide to Stretching
Chrissie Gallagher-Mundy (aerialist, Trapeze flyer),
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CIRCUS FOR EVERYONE: CIRCUS LEARNING AROUND THE WORLD By Robert Sugarman
Is a comprehensive study of the circus training programs that have
emerged in the last 25 years. Programs help at-risk youth develop good
work habits and self-esteem. Curricular and extracurricular programs
provide non-competitive physical activity that adapts to the needs of all
children. Academic programs produce professional performers. Photos.
Geographically arranged Resource Guide. 288 page trade paperback. More
than 50 illustrations
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"Comprehensive in scope, Circus for Everyone is a valuable resource
for anyone involved in teaching or learning circus skills. Its Resource
Guide is an indispensable resource for the kind of future communication
between schools and teachers that it will certainly inspire." Ernest
Albrecht, author "New American Circus’; Editor-Publisher,
‘Spectacle.’
"All over the world people have been waiting for this book. More and more young people are looking for a way to train themselves in a rigorous, disciplined and creative way. Robert Sugarman, in a staggering feat of research has chronicled hundreds of CIRCUS OPPORTUNITIES! Here are the names, places and telephone numbers where your dreams can come true." Reg Bolton, author, "Circus in a Suitcase"; director, Suitcase Circus, West Australia.
The Circus Age: Culture and Society under the American
Big Top (Paperback)
by
Janet M. Davis
The sight of trains pulling in and circus tents being set up was the highlight of the year for many American towns at the turn of the century; schools and stores closed and everyday life stood still. In 1903, 98 circuses and menageries the highest number in U.S. history traveled the nation. In this fascinating, provocative history of a democratic form of public entertainment, Davis, an American studies professor at the University of Texas at Austin, elucidates the enormous cultural impact of the railroad circus and how it became a "powerful cultural icon" and a concrete representation "of racial diversity, gender difference, bodily variety, animalized human beings, and humanized animals" as well as a "celebration of America's emerging role as a global power." Davis presents her theoretical material carefully, but the profuse illustrations of her theses make the book compulsively readable.
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Circus
Smirkus : A True Story of High Adventure & Low Comedy
by Rob
Mermin, Lori
Ingraham (Illustrator)
The Best Kind of Adventure, March 9, 2001
Rob Mermin turned his dream into an real-life adventure, then made it
possible for a lot of kids to do the same. Circus Smirkus, the circus, is
a touring YOUTH circus - the stars are all teenagers who get to spend an
entire summer training and peforming with circus professionals from around
the world. It's a very exciting, very professional company, who perform in
a real European style Big Top. The kids get totally immersed in Circus
life, almost like being part of a traditional old circus family. Circus
Smirkus, the book, is a fascinating description of why and how Mermin
founded this amazing company, and what it's like to become a part of it.
It's full of interesting anecdotes about Mermin's own circus adventures,
portrays the Circus Smirkus philosophy, highlights some of the kids who've
been Smirkus Troupers, and introduces some very intriguing circus stars
who share Mermin's vision. It would be nice if the photos had been in
color, but there are lots of them. It would be nice if the book continued
past the first ten years (I certainly hope they update it soon). But it's
a wonderful read for anyone interested in the circus, in successful youth
programs, or simply in reading about people who share their vision,
talent, and adventures freely with the rest of us. I wish something like
this had been around when I was a kid!
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Review
"It is a must buy for anyone interested in learning about fire eating."
--Cody Fisher, Magician and MUM columnist
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"The Professional's Guide to Fire Eating puts all other books Ive seen on
the subject to shame!" --C.J. Johnson, Magician and Hypnotist
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This much needed manual deals with a subject about which very little has been written. The author is a practitioner of fire eating, and many other professionals were consulted for additional information. The book covers safety, fuels and equipment. It also illustrates numerous stunts: fire on tongue, "teething," human torch, blasts and more. Please, for serious adult professionals only.
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Juggling for the Complete KLUTZ
This book makes it so simple even I was able to learn the basics and I was a "THE" KLUTZ when it came to Juggling.
Comes with the 3 soft juggle bean bags to make it
extra easy to learn.
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Book Description
Have you always wanted to juggle but never thought you could learn how? Now
you can with Juggling and the help of the famous Finnigan family. Dave,
Dorothy, and Ben explain and demonstrate their techniques and secret tricks
to develop juggling ability.
The most fun and instructive guide to be published on the topic, Juggling progresses from basic skills for newcomers to more advanced techniques for experienced jugglers. Specifically, the book will help you learn these skills:
• Scarf juggling • Three-ball juggling • Four- and Five-ball juggling • Ring juggling • Club juggling • Devil sticks • Diabolos • Plate spinning • Ball spinning • Box spinning • Hat spinning
More than 250 photos show the proper techniques, individual and partner juggling, and fun-filled juggling games. You’ll soon be performing skills you never thought were possible.
Juggling provides you with the extensive juggling knowledge of the
Finnigan family, who has traveled worldwide teaching juggling to more than
one million people. Now, with the help of Juggling, you can learn all the
tricks of the trade in the comfort of your own home—and soon be entertaining
friends and family with your amazing new talent.
About the Author
Dave, Dorothy, and Ben are father, daughter, and son in the famous juggling
Finnigan family. All are amazingly talented at juggling, and all have
performed their craft before audiences throughout the country.
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