For those who want to fly, Steven Santos posts answers to frequently asked questions on SimplyCircus.com.
This is a superb resource for those wanting to know more about aerial acts: Russian Swing, Silks, Trapeze, Cloud Swing, etc.
It’s part of a bigger project under development, the Simply Circus wiki.
Certainly the more widely distributed this information, the better.
Suspending people in mid-air is inherently dangerous. Damage to persons and property, including death, can result. This FAQ is an attempt to share knowledge and experience and to promote safety. But do not rely on anything you read here without verifying its accuracy and applicability to what you are doing.
The last section — Finding videos on the internet — is particularly useful.
CLICK PLAY to see a lovely Aerial Contortion in Silk performance by Cirque du Soleil Quidam’s Isabelle Chassé — or watch the video on YouTube.
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