Performers Without Borders Spotlight: Spinning Spades

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] Following out spotlight on Aileen, this time we’re taking a look at the performance dynamo, (Tyler) Spinning Spades. [/fusion_builder_column][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ …

Performers Without Borders Spotlight: Aileen Lawlor

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] With 2016 rapidly approaching we’re all preparing for the next round of festivals and flow retreats, but a small group of seven entertainers are readying themselves for a different adventure in performance and flow–they’re gearing up …

Tick Check, Hippies!

Three words you’ve hopefully heard at least a few times this festival season, “tick check, hippies!” is a friendly reminder to put down your drinks, and your props, and your drug-fueled orgies, and dedicate some time to making sure you stay tick-free. Here are a few tips to help you stay safe this summer: Prevention – This isn’t Pokemon; stay …

Five Tips For Choosing Your First Contact Staff

If you’re reading this it’s safe to assume that you are in the position I once was; looking to buy your first staff and unsure where to begin. Here’s five tips to help you make the right pick: 1. Sizing – “How long should my staff be” is always the first question for any beginner. Fortunately there’s an easy trick …

Making Your First Contact Staff

There are many whimsical and fantastic props out there, each with its own unique pros and cons, but there’s no disputing that staves are the best. Knowing that, obviously you want to start spinning a contact staff right away. Here’s how you can get to it! What You’ll Need: Scissors A saw Hardwood Broomstick (pictured) or other (aluminum tube recommended) …

Prop Storage: Great Walls of Fire

Prop storage – an ongoing battle of hooks, nails, drills, hammers, closets, and corners. Here’s a way to store your props with a relatively small footprint, while displaying them like the works of art they are! Materials Get ready for another hardware store trip, and start learning the employees’ names (not important for your build but it’ll make them smile, …