Elevate will offer a variety of professional-level workshops and lectures open to both competitors and the general public. Stay tuned for more info on specific workshops and times!
Artists will receive a $10 discount on multiple workshop or lecture registrations.
Aerial Rope: Skills to Tell a Story
Artist Instructor: Darcy Biddle
Explore a variety of skills with loads of possibilities—loops through which you can weave your story! Learn the trick to some fun, evocative images with room to convey meaning, character, and emotion. Then, focus on how to make them your own!
Sunday, July 13th at 1:30-3:00pm. Cost: $70
Sling: Advanced DYNAMIC Sling
Artist Instructor: Michael Prestgard
Michael Prestgard is a professional aerialist and dancer based in San Diego, known for blending strength, grace, and storytelling through both ground and aerial performance. Michael specializes in Aerial Straps, Hammock, Duo Straps, and Aerial Pole, has had his primary training with training Dragonfly Aerial Co & De Leon Dynamics.
Michael has earned numerous professional performance awards—including First Place in aerial straps, hammock, flying pole, and duo straps at numerous competitions, including Viva Fest in Las Vegas. Most recently, he was selected for final-round consideration from hundreds of applicants for the Katy Perry ‘Lifetimes tour’, a testament to his artistry and dedication.
Thursday 4:30-6:00pm Michael Prestgard- Advanced DYNAMIC Sling
With a focus on beats, spins and dynamic movement.
Straps: Dynamic Straps
Artist Instructor: Connor Dealy
Aerial Supervisor and choreographer for Carnival Cruise Lines and On the Fly Productions.
Connor holds a BFA from Auburn Univ. Theatre Performance & Dance
Prior to working with On the Fly Productions and Carnival Cruise Lines, Connor could be seen dancing on the stages of Pilobolus & Alison Chase performance. Connor spends his days, as the Aerial Supervisor for Carnival Cruise Lines, juggling multiple show installs at any given time. Connor’s specialties in addition to dance include Cyr wheel, Rope, Straps, Trap and Chinese Pole.
Thursday 6:00-7:30pm Connor Dealy- Dynamic Straps
