aerial acrobatic structure looking for act...

goth · Post by **goth** » Thu Nov 01, 2007 2:52 pm

40' x 40' alum frame from Quebec wanting to participate in the 2008 burn.
burningman first timers working in circus world:(1 rigger,1 carp. and 1 stage man.) will travel along to volonteer for one magic moment

here are a few shots of it.
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=1 ... =733031075

and i may have some rigging gear to spare...

BitterDan · Post by **BitterDan** » Thu Nov 01, 2007 4:07 pm

Holy Shit! I thought the big swingset was scary. This thing terrifies me!

Seriously though, how is this thing held upright? Cables? You'd have to be certain that it 1) Can take 60 mph sustained winds and 2) the cables will be securely fastened to the playa (which is just packed dust).

Also, it shouldn't be taller than the man.

Zulegoona · Post by **Zulegoona** » Thu Nov 01, 2007 5:48 pm

Really Cool! there has to be a group of sky dancers in need of the rigging to perform from.

The CO · Post by **The CO** » Thu Nov 01, 2007 9:01 pm

Bonjour Goth! Bienvenue a l'eplaya. J'avais l'habitude de travailler avec Cavalia et serais dispose a aider avec votre projet.

Post by **mdmf007** » Fri Nov 02, 2007 9:35 am

looks awesome - I am sure you wont have a problem anchoring it to the playa.

We used some 4 foot lengths of 1 inch rebar as anchors on a super dome, took a forklift to pull out.

BitterDan · Post by **BitterDan** » Fri Nov 02, 2007 8:25 pm

1 rigger,1 carp. and 1 stage man

I usually throw the carp back when I catch them. I don't know why you would want to bring one to Burning Man. That's gonna smell by the end of the week. Bring plenty of dry ice.

Barbie · Post by **Barbie** » Fri Nov 02, 2007 8:43 pm

WOW that thing looks scary...

pinemom · Post by **pinemom** » Sat Nov 03, 2007 8:15 am

Very impressive...will be passing on info to my fire performing troupe...we also have ariellist!

goth · Post by **goth** » Sun Nov 04, 2007 12:03 pm

Hello all; the structure is held down with 10 wires and is desing to take way more loads than any acrobats can deliver. But i read somewhere something about lightning...

I'm happy to see it might interest someone; i'll also supply wathever rigging gear is necessary, as long as the performers brings his or her own performing equipment.

I'm currently touring the states till mid april, after that i should be fully availlable for trainings or ... Hey maybe we can hook up.

Yes, merci, of course all the help is welcome; we're planning on having a great time over there n ext year. Thanks. Goth.

BitterDan · Post by **BitterDan** » Sun Nov 04, 2007 2:20 pm

I wouldn't worry too much about lightning. It's pretty clear most of the time. However, I wouldn't perform during a storm if I were you.

dancemaker · Post by **dancemaker** » Wed Jan 16, 2008 3:35 pm

There were quite a few circus groups over the past few years. Perhaps try looking them up to see if they are interested. The Rigging looks awesome! I will watch for it on the Playa!

Rider · Post by **Rider** » Tue Mar 11, 2008 12:49 pm

Try contacting:

http://lucentdossier.com/main/index.html
http://www.vaudeviresociety.com/index.html
http://mutaytor.com/
http://www.cirqueberzerk.com/

Funky Monkey Mech · Post by **Funky Monkey Mech** » Tue Mar 11, 2008 3:05 pm

yeah i was just about to say http://www.cirqueberzerk.com/ lol i am slow on the draw today with recommendations....

starsonesp · Post by **starsonesp** » Tue Mar 11, 2008 5:21 pm

Re: performing aerialists, you might also try tracking down Matt B. at http://www.m2silk.com - not sure if he'll make it out there this year, depending on his schedule, but he's pretty amazing.

Rider · Post by **Rider** » Wed Mar 12, 2008 7:42 am

Also see the "Red Nose District" on Tribe.

http://tribes.tribe.net/rednosedistrict

Set it up in their camp.

goth · Post by **goth** » Wed Mar 19, 2008 12:14 pm

thanks for all the links; loads of avenues to explore. and franckly it's my type of performances. underground rules...

jello4jim · Post by **jello4jim** » Wed Apr 02, 2008 5:38 pm

I'm an aerial acrobat and would love to use your structure, but probably not at burning man unless you have it inside some other structure. Something like that open to the wind is not fun for us on the Playa.

The Dome Camp was a great place to perform last year so I hope to see them again this year. Perhaps you could partner with them or some other camp that has shelter for you rig.

Best wishes to you

Ugly Dougly · Post by **Ugly Dougly** » Thu Apr 03, 2008 9:52 am

Obviously if this thing was erect and were there a good thunderstorm inbound, what kind of Big Show that would produce?!?

Post by **mdmf007** » Thu Apr 03, 2008 3:04 pm

Looks like fun. Anchor the guys well. Playa ground isnt known for its stake holding ability.

Dead mans, or extra long anchors are necessary for that solid anchor feeling.

djjuicyjay · Post by **djjuicyjay** » Mon Apr 28, 2008 3:01 pm

I am a well known DJ and I am going with my girlfriend who is an aerialist, she could do it plus her friends will be available probably also.

goth · Post by **goth** » Thu May 08, 2008 4:22 pm

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=1 ... =733031075

here it is again; still figuring out how to clear customs with it, any tips ?
i'm setting it up soon to try out new gyzmos, any funky ideas ?

can't wait to get there; oh! by the way, i guess i'll be setting up first or early in the game. where ever i set up will need some planing, the footprint for the guy wires is 70x80' (slightly variable). plus there would be some angled wires and...

security issues should also be addressed before hand of course, and on that topic, i will supply all the required acrobatic rigging, since the equipment is certified. i will also assist or work the acts if i can be of any help. anyway all these little matters will be delt with 1 on 1.

i guess that's it for now. with or without see you on the playa.

exolution · Post by **exolution** » Fri May 09, 2008 12:17 pm

pretty sure ill be coming out with a beautiful aerialist from LA that will be looking to perform...

shoot me a message if you're interested at all and i can put it together for ya.

http://flickr.com/photos/exolution/sets ... 342205527/

--cor

Rider · Post by **Rider** » Thu Jun 12, 2008 10:01 am

Goth:

Have you hooked up with any camp yet?

Let me know when and where you will be setting up and I may be able to help.

Rider

goth · Post by **goth** » Thu Jun 12, 2008 10:32 am

Hi;

No i haven't hooked with anyone yet; it's getting to be a lot of logistics : Only 1 pick up truck for 1 stage-trailer with the kit and 1 fift wheel camper.

So far; 4 persons are confirmed with their tickets (all circus world related). We're still looking for a place to park and ways to get it across the border without freaking no one out...(including my wallet).
I'm more availlable lately and i'm still working to make it happen, i understand the rush for you to find out so you can lay out the camps. Don't wait for me; i'll keep you posted on any developement.

Even if i can't take it along, we'd be glad to be there and help out.

Goth.

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