Embark on an exciting aerial journey in this 4-week series, designed to guide you through the process of transforming your aerial skills into a fully realized performance piece. Act Creation Classes: Saturday, Oct 19, 6:30 - 8:30 PM Sunday, Nov 3, 1:45 - 3:45 PM Sunday, Nov 17, 1:45 - 3:45 PM Sunday, Dec 1, 1:45 - 3:45 PM Dress Rehearsal: Thursday, Dec 5 at 7:00 PM Performances: Saturday, Dec 7th, 7:00 - 10:00 PM @ Om Factory’s Winter Party Sunday, Dec 8th, 5:30 - 7:30 PM @ The Slipper Room NYC (Fees apply.) Cost: Solo Act: Early Bird (by October 12): $500, After: $600 Duo Act: Early Bird (by October 12): $600, After $700 (when registering as a duo act, only one person needs to enroll) Additional Performance at The Slipper Room: $200 per act Member discount: 15% Description: Journey Through the Air is more than just a workshop; it’s an adventure through the creative process of aerial act development. Over the course of four weeks, you’ll be guided through the steps of building and refining your own aerial performance. This series is designed to encourage growth, exploration, and transformation, from the initial concept to the final presentation. We’ll explore musicality, storytelling, character development, and audience engagement, as you take your aerial practice to new heights. Whether you’re a first-time performer or a seasoned aerialist, this journey will help you push boundaries and bring your imagination to life, both in the air and on the ground. The series culminates in two performances, offering you the chance to share your act with a live audience. Choose your favorite apparatus—silks, lyra, rope, hammock, or a duo act with a partner—and prepare to embark on a path of growth, creativity, and performance. Students are encouraged to dream big and fully embrace the adventure of aerial performance. Note: Students must be able to attend all sessions and perform their chosen apparatus skills before enrolling. Level: Intermediate Attendance: Minimum: 4 Maximum: 8 About the Instructor: Fran’s passion for aerial coaching and choreography is unmatched. With her expert guidance, students will navigate their own aerial journey, learning the skills and techniques needed to create a polished performance. Drawing from her background in theater, dance, and aerial performance, Fran offers insight that helps aerialists find their own artistic path, while ensuring safety and proper technique. Her extensive experience performing across the US and internationally will inspire students to embrace their own journey with confidence and creativity.Instagram: @fran.sperling