Check out the awesome photos from the shows

Words cannot describe the pride I feel for what we have created at KT. I am so excited to see what’s next. Now let’s get back to work, summer session has begun!

The cast of Imagination – Sunday 04/29 show

“Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine and at last you create what you will” – George Bernard Shaw.

- Stephanie
- Kinetic Theory Founder/Artistic Director

• Summer 2012 Has Begun
• Summer Circus Camp
• Upcoming Workshops
• Summer Shows
• KT Gear
• New Make-Up Voucher Policy
• Important Dates

SUMMER SESSION 2012: APRIL 30 – AUGUST 19

Youth Split Sessions Available: April 30 – June 24 / June 25 – August 19

The new session has begun! There are still spaces in classes.

» View the new schedule

Contact the KT office to enroll or with any questions about the new schedule (310) 606-2617

SUMMER CIRCUS CAMP – SPACES STILL AVAILABLE

Looking for a way to keep your kids from swinging from the drapes or juggling your antique vase collection this summer? Look no further, KT Circus Camp is the place to be! Kids ages 6-12 can spend their summer days learning acrobatics, aerial arts, clowning, juggling, stilt-walking, and even put on their own circus show at the end of each week! We keep our camp small so each child gets individual attention and learns in a safe and creative environment.

6, week-long sessions- July 9 – Aug. 17

Monday-Friday 9am-3pm
$350 per week
*Sibling & multi-week discount available

Contact us for more info or to enroll (310) 606-2617

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

RACHEL WALKER RETURNS!

Trapeze artist/coach extraordinairre, Rachel Walker returns to KT for exclusive workshops. Rachel was the original solo swinging trapeze artist with Cirque du Soleil’s Kooza, from 2006-2008. She has also worked with Circus Discordia, the Dresden Dolls, Cirque Eloize and numerous influential directors/ choreographers such as Victor Fomine and Andre Simard (Cirque du Soleil), Shana Carroll (Les 7 Doigts de la Main), and Aimee Hancock (Cirque Eloize). After coaching at KT for a year (2008-2009), Rachel returned to Montreal to get back into swinging trapeze. She recently completed the coach certification program at the acclaimed Ecole National de Cirque (ENC) in Montreal and is currently teaching aerial workshops around the globe.

DANCE TRAPEZE

Discover the dance trapeze, a single-point trapeze on a swivel. Learn basic standing and sitting positions, and work on techniques exploring swinging, spinning, and using the ground. Participants with an appetite for adventure will work on inverted movements and choreography sequences. All levels welcome!

Beginner: Sun. May 20, 11-1pm/ $60

DANCE TRAPEZE

Experienced aerialists will learn a new skill vocabulary and explore advanced swinging and spinning maneuvers including drops and releases while exploring artistic expression and choreography.

Intermediate/Advanced: Sun. May 20, 6-9pm/ $90
Space is limited! Sign Up Now!

Rachel is also available from May 20-22 for private and semi-private lessons in static, duo or dance trapeze, hoop or act development

JUGGLING WORKSHOPS WITH 9-TIME GOLD MEDALIST JOSH HORTON

Josh Horton first learned to juggle at an after school circus program in Normal, Illinois. Now Josh, a 9-time gold medalist in the world championships of juggling, is one of the best jugglers in the world. In addition to performing his act at corporate events, resorts, and basketball halftime shows, Josh has lots of experience as a juggling instructor. Josh has taught all levels, from teaching 3 balls to elementary school students, to leading advanced level classes at the International Jugglers’ Association Convention.

Josh will be leading two back-to-back workshops exclusively at Kinetic Theory!

LEARN TO JUGGLE!

Experienced aerialists will learn a new skill vocabulary and explore advanced swinging and spinning maneuvers including drops and releases while exploring artistic expression and choreography.

Sun. May 20- 11am-12pm *ONLY $10 for KT students, $15- general public *

BEYOND BASICS

This workshop is for those who already have control of 3 balls and are wanting to learn anything beyond that. Whether you want to learn the basic 3 ball tricks, or you are ready to start working on 7 clubs, this workshop is for you! Minimum Age: 8, no max! Length: 2 Hours

Sun. May 20- 12-2pm *ONLY $20 for KT students, $25- general public*

THE ART OF RIDICULOUS – PHYSICAL COMEDY INTENSIVE WITH FAMED CLOWN, JOHN GILKEY!

You are an idiot. First accept this, then learn how to use it and your ability to play comedy will grow exponentially. Almost without exception, the successful film and stage comedians of today play the clown archetype. Learn what the clown archetype is and how to play it. Discover your sense of anarchy, humility and stupidity in this crash-course clown class with John Gilkey from Cirque du Soleil. *Ages 16+

John Gilkey is an american circus icon. From his humble beginning with the Pickle Family Circus in San Francisco to his years working with the top circuses in the world: Cirque du Soleil (Iris, Varekai, Dralion, Quidam) and Dragone’s Le Reve, he continues to bring laughter to stage. He can currently be seen performing in Iris at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood as well as serving up “undefinable alternative comedy” with his group We Are Nudes at venues around Los Angeles.

Tues. June 12- 1-4pm $50
This workshop has limited space available, sign up now!

MORE SHOWS, COMING SOON!

Mark your calendars, Kinetic Theory Circus Troupe will be presenting a summer show this July!

July 14 & 21- 2pm & 8pm

KT Circus performs a brand new, original show at KT Theatre! Tickets go on sale June 15! Stay tuned for more info…

July 28- 12 & 2pm

KT Circus Troupe performs at the Skirball Cultural Center. Visit www.skirball.org for more information.

July 28- 7pm – The Forest for the Tree

KT staff, students and friends come together in a special benefit show to help KT’s own Dmitrious “Tree” Bistrevsky take his training to the next level at the prestigious Ecole Nationale de Cirque in Montreal! All proceeds from this event will go directly to Tree. Come see your favorite KT coaches (Eric Newton, Stephanie Abrams, Lexi Pearl, Kennedy Kabasares & more!) as well as student stars and stay after the show for a reception/going away party. $25 donation

GOT CIRCUS GEAR?

We are ordering new KT clothing! Leggings and yoga pants, t-shirts and shorts as well as more sizes of “circus” pants, tank tops and hoodies. Pre-order your KT clothes and get 10% off your order! Come into the office to get the pre-order form.

NEW MAKE-UP VOUCHER POLICY

We don’t want you to miss class, but if you are enrolled in a full session (16 weeks) of classes at KT you get to miss class two times for each class you are enrolled in and make-up your missed classes within the same session. You get one make-up per class if you do half the session. This is still our policy. But in an effort to keep better track of make-ups and cut down on paper, now instead of getting all of your make-up vouchers at the start of the session, you will need to come into the office to pick up your make-up voucher if you miss class and want to schedule your make-up. You must present a valid make-up voucher when you come to your make-up class. Make-up classes are for currently enrolled students only, must be used within the current session and are not transferable.

IMPORTANT DATES

APRIL 30

Summer session begins

MAY 20

Dance trapeze workshops with Rachel Walker/ Juggling workshop with Josh Horton

JUNE 12

Clowning workshop with John Gilkey

JUNE 18-24

Week 8, end of 1st half-session

JULY 4

Closed for Independence Day

JULY 9

Summer camps begin

JULY 14 & 21

KT Circus Troupe’s summer show

JULY 28

- KT Circus Performs at the Skirball Cultural Center

- “The Forest for the Tree”- benefit show for Dmititrious “Tree” Bistrevsky

” Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine and at last you create what you will” – George Bernard Shaw.

- Stephanie
- Kinetic Theory Founder/Artistic Director

• Summer 2012 Registration
• Summer Circus Camp
• Imagination – 4th Annual Student Cabaret
• Demo Week
• “Check-in and Win” Contest
• Upcoming Workshops
• Juggling Jam
• Important Dates

SUMMER SESSION 2012: APR. 30 – AUG. 19

Youth Split Sessions Available: April 30 – June 24 / June 25 – August 19

The new schedule is here! New classes, more classes and the same great classes you love! Jump start your summer by achieving your circus goals!

Priority Registration (current students)- April 2
Open Registration- April 9

» View the new schedule.

Contact the KT office to enroll or with any questions about the new schedule (310) 606-2617

SUMMER CIRCUS CAMP – GET AN EARLY START!

Trying to get an early start on your summer plans for the kids? Look no further, KT Circus Camp is the place to be! Kids ages 6-12 can spend their summer days learning acrobatics, aerial arts, clowning, juggling, stilt-walking, and even put on their own circus show at the end of each week! We keep our camp small so each child gets individual attention and learns in a safe and creative environment.

6, week-long sessions- July 9 – Aug. 17

Monday-Friday 9am-3pm
$350 per week
*Sibling & multi-week discount available

Sign up before April 15 and save!
Early registration – $300 per week

IMAGINATION, KT’S 4TH ANNUAL STUDENT CABARET

Tickets on sale now!

3 different shows- April 27 & 28 at 8pm and April 29 at 2pm
50 students of all ages and all levels!

All circus disciplines: static trapeze, dance trapeze, rope, hoop, tissue, straps, hand-balancing, partner acrobatics, clowning & physical comedy, contortion, dance, juggling and object manipulation.
$12- advance tickets
$15- door
$30- 3 show pass

» Invite your friends on Facebook.

END OF THE SESSION DEMOS

Learning to put skills together into sequences and choreography in an important part of circus training. Students in skill or artistic based classes create and perform a short piece at the end of each session to showcase the skills they have learned.

Our next demos will be at the end of classes during the week of April 17-23. Check with the office for specific class demo times. Come see our students in action!

FREE AND OPEN TO ANYONE!

*In preparation for demos, some classes close for drop-ins/trials during the last 3 weeks of the session. Only the following classes are open to drop-ins through the end of the session:

Monday Hand-Balancing 10:30am-12pm
Tuesday Aerial Pilates 11:30am-1pm
Wednesday Beg. Acrobatics 6-7:30pm & Int/Adv. Acrobatics 7:30-9pm
Thursday Pilates Mat- 10-11am
Sunday Circus Conditioning 4-5:30pm

CHECK-IN & WIN!- FACEBOOK CHECK IN CONTEST

Check-in at KT from your mobile device from now until the end of the session (April 23), write something great about your classes/being at KT and you could win one of these great prizes:

unlimited open workout pass ($150 value)
50min. massage from Sabrina Jackson ($40-$55 value)
drop-in class in any 1.5hr class ($30 value)
KT bag and water bottle ($24 value)
All you have to do is:

check-in on your mobile device when you come in for class or open workout and write something great (what you love about KT, how excited you are for back torture, how great your cabaret piece is going to be, etc)
show the office person your check-in (we will be keeping a tally sheet)
repeat this process as much as possible!
At the end of the session the students with the most check-ins will win!

Contest Rules:

Check-ins are only valid for students that are attending class or open workout at the time they check-in
Valid check-ins from March 3-April 23 will be counted in final tally
Limit one check-in per day
Winners will be announced April 24
Prizes cannot be given as gifts or combined with any other coupon or offer. Redemption may subject to scheduling and availability.
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SUMMER WORKSHOPS

Trapeze artist/coach extraordinaire, Rachel Walker returns to KT for exclusive workshops. Rachel was the original solo swinging trapeze artist with Cirque du Soleil’s Kooza, from 2006-2008. She has also worked with Circus Discordia, the Dresden Dolls, Cirque Eloize and numerous influential directors/ choreographers such as Victor Fomine and Andre Simard (Cirque du Soleil), Shana Carroll (Les 7 Doigts de la Main), and Aimee Hancock (Cirque Eloize). After coaching at KT for a year (2008-2009), Rachel returned to Montreal to get back into swinging trapeze. She recently completed the coach certification program at the acclaimed Ecole National de Cirque (ENC) in Montreal and is currently teaching aerial workshops around the globe.

DANCE TRAPEZE – BEGINNER: SUN. MAY 20, 11-1PM/ $60

Discover the dance trapeze, a single-point trapeze on a swivel. Learn basic standing and sitting positions, and work on techniques exploring swinging, spinning, and using the ground. Participants with an appetite for adventure will work on inverted movements and choreography sequences. All levels welcome!

DANCE TRAPEZE – INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED: SUN. MAY 20, 6-9PM/ $90

Experienced aerialists will learn a new skill vocabulary and explore advanced swinging and spinning maneuvers including drops and releases while exploring artistic expression and choreography.

SPACE IS LIMITED! SIGN UP NOW!

Rachel is also available from May 20-22 for private and semi-private lessons in static, duo or dance trapeze, hoop or act development.

JUGGLING JAM NOW ON SUNDAYS

Are you a juggler looking for other people to juggle with? Always wanted to learn to juggle but never have? Come to our new “Juggling Jam” sessions on Sundays from 6-9pm. Bring your own juggling equipment or use ours. All levels welcome. NO FIRE but un-light fire props are ok. Only $5 or pay $10 and utilize all of the open workout privileges!

IMPORTANT DATES

MARCH 3- APRIL 23

“Check In & Win” Contest

APRIL 1

Imagination tickets go on sale/Performance Studies applications due

APRIL 2-8

Priority registration for summer session

APRIL 9

Open registration for summer session begins

APRIL 15

Summer circus camp early registration deadline

APRIL 17-23

Demo week

APRIL 24-29

Spring break- No Group Classes. Check with office for open workout times.

APRIL 27-29

Imagination – 4th Annual Student Cabaret

APRIL 30- AUGUST 19

Summer Session. *Youth split sessions: April 30-June 24 / June 25- Aug. 19

” Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine and at last you create what you will” – George Bernard Shaw.

- Stephanie
- Kinetic Theory Founder/Artistic Director

• Summer Circus Camp- early registration
• “Check-in and Win” Contest
• 4th Annual Student Cabaret- SAVE THE DATE
• 2012-2013 Performance Studies Applications
• Juggling Jam
• Open Workouts – a sweet deal
• Did You Know…
• Important Dates

SUMMER CIRCUS CAMP
GET AN EARLY START!

Trying to get an early start on your summer plans for the kids? Look no further, KT Circus Camp is the place to be! Kids ages 6-12 can spend their summer days learning acrobatics, aerial arts, clowning, juggling, stilt-walking, and even put on their own circus show at the end of each week! We keep our camp small so each child gets individual attention and learns in a safe and creative environment.

6, week-long sessions: July 9 – Aug. 17

Monday-Friday 9am-3pm
$350 per week
*Sibling discount available

Sign up before April 15 and save!
Early registration- $300 per week

CHECK-IN & WIN! –
FACEBOOK CHECK IN CONTEST

Check-in at KT from your mobile device from now until the end of the session (April 23), write something great about your classes/being at KT and you could win one of these great prizes:

• unlimited open workout pass ($150 value)
• 50min. massage from Sabrina Jackson ($40-$55 value)
• drop-in class in any 1.5hr class ($30 value)
• KT bag and water bottle ($24 value)

All you have to do is:

• check-in on your mobile device when you come in for class or open workout and write something great (what you love about KT, how excited you are for back torture, how great your cabaret piece is going to be, etc…)
• show the office person your post (we will be keeping a tally).
• repeat this process as much as possible!

At the end of the session the students with the most check-ins will win!

Contest Rules:

• Check-ins are only valid for students that are attending class or open workout at the time they check-in
• Valid check-ins from March 3-April 23 will be in the final count
• Limit one check-in per day
• Winners will be announced April 24
• Prizes cannot be given as gifts or combined with any other coupon or offer. Redemption may subject to scheduling and availability.

“Like” Kinetic Theory Circus Arts on Facebook!

PERFORMANCE STUDIES PROGRAM
APPLICATIONS DUE APRIL 1

The first conservatory-style program for circus/theatre in the US, this 2-year intensive program offers professional quality training in theatrical circus performance to students with advanced level circus skills. Train with some of the top circus and theatre instructors in the world!

In the first year, a strong emphasis is placed on creation, innovation and experimentation, while also honing technique in movement and physical theatre, acting and improvisation, as well as individual and ensemble acrobatics and dance. Students in this program train a minimum of 20 hours per week, focusing on their main discipline (various aerial apparati, hand-balancing, contortion, object manipulation or clowning) and work to incorporate theatre, storytelling and expression into their skill work.

Second-year students focus on creating an individual act and an ensemble production. In addition to performance, students at this level learn all aspects of theatre from costumes and make-up to lighting, stage management, rigging and marketing. Students develop their personal portfolio and finish the program ready to embark on their careers as performers.

To apply you must:

• submit an audition video that best showcases your abilities in both skill and creative expression
• be at least 18 years of age by September 2012 (no age limit)
• have a strong foundation in acrobatics, dance or theatre
• be at an advanced level in your focus discipline
• submit an application

Applications and videos must be received by April 1. Qualified applicants will be invited to audition in person (if possible).

For more information about the program, submission requirements, or to receive an application form, contact Artistic Director: Stephanie Abrams.

JUGGLING JAM NOW ON SUNDAYS

Are you a juggler looking for other people to juggle with? Always wanted to learn to juggle but never have? Come to our new “Juggling Jam” sessions on Sundays from 6-9pm. Bring your own juggling equipment or use ours. All levels welcome. NO FIRE but un-light fire props are ok. Only $5 or pay $10 and utilize all of the open workout privileges!

COME TO OPEN WORKOUT AT KT

The KT studio is open 6 days a week for training, even when there are no classes. Get the extra practice time you need by coming to open workouts. Practice your skills, stretch and condition, or work on your new act in the beautiful and well-equipped KT studio. Open workouts are open to anyone, you don’t even have to be a KT student. We only require that you work safely on skills and equipment that you are able to do on your own.

No need to call ahead or reserve space, just come in:

Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays – 10am-2pm
Tuesdays/Thursdays – 1-4pm + *NEW* 6-9pm
Sundays – 6-9pm *NEW* Juggling Jam only $5!

$10 drop-in fee
$85 for a 10 open-workout pass
$150 per month for unlimited open workouts!

For more information on the open workout policies or to purchase an open workout pass, contact the KT office: (310) 606-2617

DID YOU KNOW…

KT is a great place to bring your camp, school or organization for a field trip. We offer interactive circus field trips for kids of all ages and can accommodate groups as large as 100 kids! Your group can join the circus for the day and learn the skills as well as the basic principles of circus: trust, commitment and teamwork. We also have an new circus show for kids, by kids featuring our pre-professional troupe. We are currently booking field trip groups and performances for spring and summer break.

Contact director Stephanie Abrams for more info on our field trips and kids shows.

IMPORTANT DATES

MARCH 3- APRIL 23

“Check In & Win” Contest

APRIL 1

Imagination tickets go on sale/Performance Studies applications due

APRIL 2-8

Priority registration for summer session

APRIL 9

Open registration for summer session begins

APRIL 15

Summer circus camp early registration deadline

APRIL 17-23

Demo week

APRIL 24-29

Spring break- No Group Classes

APRIL 30- AUGUST 19

Summer Session

” Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine and at last you create what you will” – George Bernard Shaw.

-Stephanie
-Kinetic Theory Founder/Artistic Director

• Summer Circus Camp- early registration
• Give the Gift of Circus
• Massage & Bodywork at KT
• Refer a Friend!
• 4th Annual Student Cabaret
• 2012-2014 Performance Studies Applications
• Open Workouts – a sweet deal
• Important Dates

SUMMER CIRCUS CAMP – GET AN EARLY START!

GIVE THE GIFT OF CIRCUS

ON-SITE MASSAGE & BODYWORK AT KT

REFER A FRIEND, GET REWARDED

IMAGINATION, KT’S 4TH ANNUAL STUDENT CABARET

PERFORMANCE STUDIES PROGRAM APPLICATIONS

COME TO OPEN WORKOUT AT KT

IMPORTANT DATES

FEBRUARY 21-27

APRIL 1

APRIL 2-8

APRIL 9

APRIL 15

APRIL 17-23

APRIL 24-26

APRIL 27-29

• Expressions, our 3rd student cabaret show, in April
• Summer troupe shows at the Skirball Center and The Muckenthaler Cultural Center
• The Incredible Mr. Nobody in August
• Alchemy & Absinthe at The Edison in September
• Illusions in October
• and, of course, the progress and growth of so many inspired students!

I know, personally, I learned a lot this year. I can’t believe that a year has gone by since I was planning the expansion of the studio. I feel so at home in the new space, it feels like we’ve always been here. As I look towards the future, I look forward to seeing our students continue to build their skills and explore their creativity, be inspired and find their passion, imagine and create and achieve their dreams. This is still just the beginning…

2012 is going to be the year of the creative process. Even if your goal for this coming year is just to get into better shape, being creative and having fun really takes the edge off of your workout. Just remember:

“Progress is a process”, that’s a Stephanie original

“Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine and at last you create what you will”
– George Bernard Shaw.

- Stephanie
- Kinetic Theory Founder/Artistic Director

• Winter/Spring Session 2012
• Winter Circus Camp
• Massage & Bodywork at KT
• Demos!
• Winter Workshops/Holiday Training
• Troupe Auditions
• Annual Holiday Potluck
• Important Dates

Winter/Spring session 2012 will run from Tuesday, January 3- Tuesday, April 23. The new schedule is here!

Priority registration (currently enrolled students only) begins on Monday, December 5

Open registration begins Monday, December 12

WINTER CIRCUS CAMP IS BACK!

TWO, WEEK-LONG SESSIONS: DEC. 19-23 & DEC. 26-30

Looking for a fun and creative place for your kids to spend their winter break? KT’s circus camp is the place to be! Kids ages 6-12 spend their day learning acrobatics, aerial arts, juggling, clowning, stilt-walking, making their own juggling balls and more! At the end of each week the kids put on their own circus show for their friends and family. All levels welcome.

December 19-23 & 26-30
Sign-up for one week or both

Mon- Fri. 9am-3pm
$350 per week
*Discounts for siblings or signing up for both weeks!

Contact the KT office to sign up 310-606-2617
info@kinetictheorytheatre.com

ON-SITE MASSAGE & BODYWORK AT KT

We are very pleased to announce that we now have a massage therapist on site at KT! Sabrina Jackson is an experienced, certified massage therapist that works with many dancers and athletes. She will be offering Swedish, Shiatsu, Deep Tissue and Sports Massage sessions beginning in December. Her services will be offered in the “stretch room” above the main office. This cozy space is private, warm and quite relaxing.

A note from Sabrina:
Hello KT students. My name is Sabrina, and I will be the new resident massage therapist at Kinetic Theory.  I am thrilled to have this opportunity to get to know each and every one of you both in classes and in the the massage room.  As a graduate of the Masters Massage Program at California Healing Arts College, my work is intuitive, nurturing, and supported by specific massage science.  I am a National Academy Of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer, a pole dance instructor and have an extensive dance background in several styles of dance.  What this means for you is that I understand what your bodies go through and know what you need.  I offer a combination of dancer specific sports massage and I am eager to learn more about the needs of circus artists of all disciplines. My clients include USPDF Pole Dance Champions (and Kinetic Theory students): Natasha Wang, Mina Mortezaie and Alethea Austin as well as many other celebrated athletes and artists.

Massage Rates & Descriptions:
Enrolled KT Students/Parents- $40 for 50 min OR $55 for 80 min
General Public- $55 for 50 minutes OR $75 for 80 min

Sports Massage:
Increase flexibility with this interactive massage that combines compression, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (specific therapist assisted passive and active stretching techniques) and deep tissue. This is a popular choice for athletes and performers, and is a goal oriented therapeutic modality. While it can certainly feel nice, it’s not the choice if you are looking to zone out and relax.

Swedish Massage:
A full body nurturing experience that will address superficial musculature, improve circulation, enhance digestion, and leave you relaxed and energized.  This is the right choice if you want to let go into that wonderful “massage space” of  half awake half asleep dreamy goodness!

Shiatsu Massage:
The perfect choice for those interested in natural healing. This clothed style of massage uses palming, compressions, and stretches to stimulate energy centers and meridians in the body to bring balance to the internal organs therefore assisting the body in self healing.

Deep Tissue Massage:
Great for those who have chronic pain in specific areas. Unlike Swedish, where the whole body is addressed, deep tissue focuses on one or two areas of the body per session.  I use heated jade stone to soften the tissue and then use cross fiber friction to loosen adhesions in the muscles. The work is deep, slow, specific, and can in some cases cause mild soreness in the tissue for a day or two after.  This one is no joke.  Be ready to breathe!!!!

Jade Stone:
Relax and unwind with this extremely pampering massage! The heat will soothe your muscles and prepare them for deeper work. Alternating temperature (hot and cold) increases circulation, energizes, cleanses internal organs / systems, naturally strengthens your immune system, and enhances your overall sense of well being.

Body Part Express! If you are in a hurry or just want to have your shoulders, back, hips, or any other specific body part addressed you can hop on the table for 20 minutes, and then we can send you on your way!

*Please note I don’t use oil, so your skin won’t be slippery after!

Massage appointments will be available every Tuesday and Thursday and the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month.
Please contact Sabrina directly with any questions or to book a session.

Sabrina Jackson (424) 288-9951

END OF THE SESSION DEMOS

DECEMBER 12-18

Our students have worked hard all session and are ready to show off their skills and creativity in their end of the session demos! All “Beginning”, “Intermediate/Advanced” and artistic classes will be doing demos during the last 30min- hour of class during the week of Dec. 12-18. Come see our students in action. FREE!!!

Demo Schedule:

Monday Dec. 12

Youth Circus Arts- 5:30pm
Beg. Aerial Arts- 7pm
Int/Adv, Trapeze & Rope/Tissue- 8:30pm

Tuesday Dec. 13

Beg. Contortion- 11am

Wednesday Dec. 14

Youth Circus Arts- 5:30pm
Beg. Contortion- 7pm
Physical Theatre- 8:30pm

Thursday Dec. 15

Int/Adv. Trapeze- 12:30pm
Beg. Contortion- 2:30pm

Friday Dec. 16

PreK Circus- 5pm
Youth Circus Arts- 5:30pm
Beg. Aerial Arts- 7pm

Sunday Dec. 18

Youth Troupe/ Pre-Pro Troupe- 12pm
Beg. Contortion & Beg. Aerial- 2:30pm
Beg. Contortion- 5pm

WINTER WORKSHOPS & HOLIDAY TRAINING SCHEDULE

Not looking forward to taking a vacation from your training over winter break? Get in extra practice in these December workshops…

Training Intensives with Xiaohong Weng
Xiaohong is coming back, finally! Over the summer his workshops had to be suddenly cancelled when his wife had a horrible accident and nearly drowned. She is doing much better and Xiaohong is looking forward to returning to KT, this time to focus more on hand-balancing and partner acro! Xiaohong is a master acrobatics teacher with over 30 years of experience. He joined the Nanjing Acrobats at the age of twelve and has since dedicated his life to the art of circus. He is currently the Director of Acrobatics at the Circus Center in San Francisco and still performs hand-to-hand around the country.

Sign-up for one, two or all three training intensives:

Partner Acrobatics-*not for beginners*
Tues. Dec. 13, 6-8pm

Flexibility Intensive *all levels*
Thurs. Dec. 15- 6-8pm

Hand-Balancing
Beginning- Sat. Dec. 17- 12-2pm
Intermediate/Advanced- Sat. Dec. 17- 2-4pm

1 intensive= $40
2 intensives= $75
3 intensives= $105

Xiaohong will also be available for private lessons in hand-balancing, partner acro, acrobatics (tumbling, hoop diving, mini-tramp), flexibility and Chinese Pole.

Vertical Exploration- Advanced Rope & Tissue Techniques with guest teacher Jonathan Perez
This KT exclusive workshop is designed for professionals or pre-professionals who are looking to add to their skill vocabulary. The course focuses on creativity on a technical level, demonstrating different ways to do drop preparations or static positions, while also focusing on transitions between movements. Students will also learn different climbs and begin to harness their own creativity into the development of new drops, different wraps, and various kinds movement in the air. Rope will be the primary apparatus but these techniques can be applied easily and readily to tissue as well.

Wednesday Dec. 21
6-8pm
KT Students- $40
General Public- $50

About the Instructor:
Jonathan Perez is a state champion springboard diver, gymnast and aerialist. He is currently finishing his third and final year at the prestigious Ecole Nationale de Cirque (ENC) in Montreal with a major in corde lisse (aka- rope). A native of Whittier, Jonathan is looking forward to returning for the holidays to share his knowledge before finishing his final semester at ENC and embarking on his professional career as one of the world’s top rope artists.

KT CIRCUS TROUPE AUDITIONS

Dreaming about a career as a professional circus artist? Are you ready to take your training to the next level? The Kinetic Theory Circus Troupe & training program is seeking fiercely dedicated, up-and-coming performers…

Must be:

• at least 12yrs. old (no age limit) *
• experienced in acrobatics, dance and/or theatre
• advanced level in your circus focus discipline (aerial, contortion, hand-balancing, partner acrobatics, object manipulation or clowning/character)
• ready to commit at least 9hrs per week to training: Tues/Thurs 6-9pm & Sun. 10am-1pm
• striving to perform and willing to commit to rehearsal & show schedules

AUDITIONS: Thursday Dec. 22, 6-8pm

Contact director Stephanie Abrams for more information or to reserve a space for the auditions.
(310) 606-2617 stephanie@kinetictheorytheatre.com

*Youth troupe program for ages 8-15 as well

ANNUAL HOLIDAY POTLUCK PARTY

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17, 6-9pm

It’s the time of year for holiday cheer! Mark your calendars for our annual holiday potluck party. Sign-up in the office to bring a dish (don’t show up empty handed) and come and enjoy the company of awesome circus folk.

IMPORTANT DATES

DECEMBER 5

Priority Registration for Winter Session Begins

DECEMBER 12

Open Registration for Winter Session Begins

DECEMBER 12-18

Fall Session Demos

DECEMBER 13, 15 & 17

Xiaohong’s Intensives

DECEMBER 18

Last Day of Fall Session *must use all make-up classes before winter session begins

DECEMBER 21

Rope & Tissue Workshop with Jonathan Perez

DECEMBER 19-23 & 26-30

Winter Circus Camps
Winter Break, No Group Classes. Open Workouts Mon/Wed/Fri 10am-2pm & Tues/Thurs. 1-4pm. Private lessons available with some coaches. *STUDIO CLOSED: DEC. 24, 25, 30 JAN. 1 & 2

JANUARY 3, 2012

Winter Session Begins

• Summer classes & camps
• New classes and workshops
• Did you know
• Calendar of upcoming events

SUMMER SESSION

MAY 3 – AUG 20 (NO CLASSES JULY 3-5)

Summer classes have begun but it’s not too late to register! Enrollment is open all session with prorated tuition rates.

» View the new class schedule

SUMMER CAMP AT KT

JULY 12 – AUG 20 (ONE WEEK SESSIONS)

Our summer camp is a creative and fun place for kids ages 6-12 to explore circus over the summer. Kids learn aerial arts, acrobatics, juggling, stilts, clowning and physical theatre, dance and movement as well as costume design and arts and crafts. Each week the kids put on their very own circus performance complete with costumes, make-up and lighting!

AUGUST 23-27

We are doing a special week-long performance training intensive for advanced youth ages 10-21. Skill training, dance and choreography, act development, audition prep and more.

Contact the KT office for more info: (310) 606-2617

NEW CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

MIME THEATRE TAUGHT BY AWARD-WINNING MIME/KT ARTISTIC DIRECTOR STEPHANIE ABRAMS

Learn to use your body and face to express yourself on stage and in life. This unique class focuses on the fundamentals of pantomime technique: body control, use of gesture and facial expression and communicating ideas through movement. Students will learn to use illusionistic mime, physical improvisation and abstract movement to build their movement vocabulary, create detailed characters and tell stories.

No experience necessary. No inhibitions allowed

Sundays 4:00-5:30pm *Ongoing*

RACHEL WALKER, BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND

Trapeze artist/coach extraordinairre, Rachel Walker returns to KT for exclusive workshops. Rachel was the original solo swinging trapeze artist with Cirque du Soleil’s Kooza, from 2006-2008. She has also worked with Circus Discordia, the Dresden Dolls, Cirque Eloize and numerous influential directors/ choreographers such as Victor Fomine and Andre Simard (Cirque du Soleil), Shana Carroll (Les 7 Doigts de la Main), and Aimee Hancock (Cirque Eloize).

Dance Trapeze – Sat July 31, 12-3pm

KT Students – $100 / Open to Public – $125

Discover the dance trapeze, a single-point trapeze on a swivel. You will learn basic standing and sitting positions, and work on techniques exploring swinging, spinning, and using the ground. Participants with an appetite for adventure will work on inverted movements and choreography sequences. All levels welcome!

Act Creation Intensive – Sat July 24, 4-7pm; Sun July 25, 6-9pm & Sat July 31, 12-6pm & Sun. Aug. 1, 6-8 followed by an informal presentation of new work.*Must attend all days.

KT Students- $300 / Open to Public- $325

For experienced aerialists – come with your existing piece, or ideas for a new piece. Working in a small group (6 students maximum), Rachel will teach techniques to awaken the creative process, and help you to evaluate your concepts and skills. Students should come with an open heart, ready to work and play.

Space is limited! Call to enroll: (310) 606-2617

DID YOU KNOW…

Our roots our in the theatre. Kinetic Theory began as a physical theatre ensemble in San Francisco in 2000. The company won awards and received public and critical acclaim for their 4 original, mimed plays. The group has been on hiatus since the move to LA and the creation of the studio, but plans are underway to mount an LA production soon!

For more information about auditions, upcoming performances or mime and physical theatre classes contact the KT office: (310) 606-2617

SUMMER CALENDAR

MAY 15

KT Youth Circus Performs at Grant Elementary School Carnival

JULY 3-5

Closed for Independence Day

JULY 12

Summer Camp Begins

JULY 17

KT Circus Performs at The Skirball Cultural Center

AUGUST 14

KT Circus Performs at East Meets West Pole Competition The El Portal Theatre in N. Hollywood

AUGUST 21

KT Circus Performs at The Skirball Cultural Center

AUGUST 20

Summer Camp Ends

AUGUST 22

Summer Session ends

• Shows, shows, shows!
• Summer enrollment
• Summer circus camp
• Did you know
• Calendar of upcoming events

Shows

KINETIC THEORY CIRCUS ARTS PRESENTS…

THE KEY OF LIFE

Inspired by ancient Egyptian mythology, this original show combines awe-inspiring circus skills with physical theatre and stunning costumes. Featuring the performers of the Kinetic Theory Circus Troupe.

April 8- 24

Thursdays and Saturdays at 8pm
$10 in advance, $15 at the door

Tickets on sale now… save money and insure your seat! Call (310) 606-2617

A MAGICAL JOURNEY

Kinetic Theory Circus Arts 2nd Annual Student Cabaret Featuring students of all ages and all levels!

Friday, April 30- 8pm
Saturday, May 1- 8pm
Sunday, May 2- 2pm

Each performance is a different show!
$10 in advance, $15 at the door

Tickets on sale now… save money and insure your seat! Call (310) 606-2617

Summer Session

May 3- Aug. 20 (no classes July 3-5)

Enrollment for summer classes and camps begins next week!

Priority registration (current students)- April 5

Open registration (new students)- April 12

Classes will fill quickly, enroll early.

» View the new class schedule

Summer Camp at KT

July 12- Aug. 20 (one week sessions)

Our summer camp is a creative and fun place for kids ages 6-12 to explore circus over the summer. Kids learn aerial arts, acrobatics, juggling, stilts, clowning and physical theatre, dance and movement as well as costume design and arts and crafts. Each week the kids put on their very own circus performance complete with costumes, make-up and lighting!

Aug. 23-27

We are doing a special week-long performance training intensive for advanced youth ages 10-21. Skill training, dance and choreography, act development, audition prep and more!

Contact the KT office for more info: (310) 606-2617

Did You Know…

Did you know that we are the only school in Southern California offering a pre-professional training program in circus arts? The KT Circus Troupe & training program offers aspiring professionals ages 16+ both skill and performance training as well as “real-life” performance experience. Some KT Troupe members have already gone on to professional careers and can seen performing around LA at theatre and club venues and abroad with companies such as Cirque du Soleil.

For more information about auditions, upcoming performances and booking, contact the KT office 310-606-2617

Upcoming Calendar

April 5

Priority registration for summer begins

April 8

KT Circus Troupe’s show “The Key of Life” opens

April 12

Open registration for summer begins

April 17

World Circus Day… come see our show in honor of circus around the globe

April- 19- 25

Last week of winter/spring session + student demos!

April- 26- May 2

No classes. Open workouts and private lessons available (check with office for times)

April 30- May 2

“A Magical Journey” KT 2nd Annual Cabaret!

May 3

Summer session begins

• Shows, shows and more shows!
• Summer Circus Camp
• KT International
• Did you know
• Calendar of upcoming events

Spring Shows

Mark your calendars, you don’t want to miss these upcoming performances!

Kinetic Theory Circus Troupe’s new theatrical circus spectacle…
The Key of Life

Inspired by ancient Egyptian mythology, this original show combines awe-inspiring circus skills with physical theatre and stunning costumes!

Written & Directed by Stephanie Abrams
Costumes by David Garcia
Developed & Performed by the Kinetic Theory Circus Troupe: Dana Dugan, Hannah Finn, Amy Guion, Ally Pereira, Scott Renkes, Meghan Robertson, Andrew Smith and Gia-Rose Strada

Thursdays and Saturdays at 8pm
April 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 & 24
$10 in advance, $15 at the door
Tickets go on sale March 15!!!

A Magical Journey
2nd Annual Student Cabaret

Featuring KT students of all ages and all levels!

Fri. Apr. 30- 8pm
Sat. May 1- 8pm
Sun. May 2- 2pm
Three different shows!
$10 in advance, $15 at the door

Want to do an act? All students are welcome to perform, spaces are first come first served. Contact the office to get on the line-up.

Youth Summer Circus Camps

We are very excited to announce that we will be running two weeks of summer circus camp in Orange County at the Muckenthaller Cultural Center in addition to 6 weeks of circus camp and one week of performance camp at the KT studio!

Camp at the “Muck” in Fullerton: June 21- July 2
KT Circus Camp: July 12- August 20
KT Performance Camp:August 23- 27

Registration begins April 12!
Contact us for more information.

KT Takes Over the World

Kinetic Theory Founder/Artistic Director Stephanie Abrams has been busy teaching some international workshops this year in addition to her work with the amazing students here at KT. She recently was in Germany, Switzerland, France and Sweden sharing her knowledge and her signature approach to teaching flexibility and artistic development. Check out the photos from her trip.

Her recent workshops at North Pole Studio in Stockholm were so popular that she has been invited back to Stockholm this fall where she will also serve as one of the judges for “Pole Art International” the only pole competition and showcase dedicated to the artistic side of pole acrobatics! Visit www.poleart.org for more information on the event.

Stephanie will be teaching workshops in New York City this month. Stay tuned for more dates and cities on the “KT International Tour”!

Did You Know…

Did you know that we are the only circus studio in Los Angeles that offers a progressive, performance- based approach to circus training. Performance is our passion and teaching the art of performing is as important to us as teaching skills and safety. All of our skill classes incorporate movement sequencing, improvisation and creative expression. We also offer “Creative Movement”, a class that combines dance technique with expressive movement. We also have special workshops in artistic development for circus artists, pantomime and physical theatre.

Upcoming Calendar

April 5

Priority registration for summer session begins

April 8

KT Circus’s “The Key of Life” opens

April 12

Open registration for summer session and camps begins

April 17

World Circus Day… stay tuned for more info. on related events

April 19-25

Last week of winter/spring session/ student demos

April 25

End of Winter/Spring session

April 26 – May 2

No classes, open workouts & private lessons available

April 30 – May 2

“A Magical Journey” 2nd Annual Student Cabaret

May 1

KT Youth Circus performs at Westside Waldorf School’s Mayfair

May 3

Summer Session begins

• Workshops & guest teachers
• KT goes global
• New classes
• Did you know
• Calendar of upcoming events

KT Exclusive Workshops!

Rachel Walker, Back by Popular Demand

Aerialist and coach extraordinairre, Rachel Walker, returns to KT with another set of one-of-a-kind workshops! Don’t miss this chance to learn new trapeze techniques and skills, explore your apparatus and grow as an artist.

Dance Trapeze- all levels

Sat. Feb. 20, 12-3pm
$100-KT Students/$115- general public

Advanced Trapeze- for experienced students… new material!

Sat. Feb. 20, 4-6pm
$75-KT Students/$90- general public

Artistic Development Series- for advanced students and professionals

Sun. Feb. 21, 6-9pm; Sat. Feb. 27, 12-6pm; Informal presentation of new work- Sun. Feb. 28, 6-8pm (must attend all)$250- KT Students/$265- general public

*Rachel will be in town from Feb. 15- 28 and will also be available for private and semi-private lessons.

Space in these workshops is limited! Contact the office to enroll: 310-606-2617

The Art of Circus Make-up

Taught by KT’s own make-up and costume diva (and coach) David Garcia, this class will cover all of the basics and a bit beyond. Learn to do it all from natural stage make-up to fantasy creatures! Fee includes a basic make-up kit.

Sat. Mar. 6, 1-4pm
cost $150

*David is also available for custom make-up and costume design and creation

KT Takes Over the World

Kinetic Theory Founder/Artistic Director Stephanie Abrams has been busy teaching some international workshops this year in addition to her work with the amazing students here at KT. She recently was in Germany, Switzerland and France sharing her knowledge and her signature approach to teaching flexibility and artistic development. Check out the photos from her trip.
Stephanie will be in Sweden Feb. 15-25 then in New York City in March. Stay tuned for more dates and cities on the “KT International Tour”!

New Classes

Just added- Fri. 7:30-9pm Beginning Contortion!

Are you looking for ways to expand your movement vocabulary? Want to be more expressive with your body or improve your dance skills for circus, pole, or any other performance style? Or just want to spend an hour a week doing a really fun class… come to “Creative Movement” on Sundays from 1-2pm with Gia-Rose! This new class incorporates basic dance technique with creative expression. Learn to move while doing fun, original choreography!

Did You Know…

Did you know that we host private parties, team-building workshops and special events at the KT studio? Have your birthday circus style, bring your office “3 ring-circus” in for some task juggling lessons or come in with your pals for the ultimate “girls/guys night out”.

Contact the KT office for more info 310-606-2617

Upcoming Calendar

February 20-28

Aerial Workshops with Rachel Walker

March 6

Make-up Workshop with Davidra

April- 16- 25

Spring Shows and Student Cabaret

April 17

World Circus Day… stay tuned for more info. on related events

April 25

End of Winter/Spring session

• Winter/Spring 2010 classes are filling up!
• KT goes global
• Guest teachers & workshops
• 2nd Annual Student Cabaret
• Open workouts
• Calendar of upcoming events

2010 Winter/Spring Schedule

The new session just started, January 4, and runs until April 25, 2010. Check out the new schedule

Some classes are already full! Don’t miss out on your chance to achieve your 2010 goals!

Call us to enroll or with any questions: 310-606-2617

KT Takes Over the World

Kinetic Theory Founder/Artistic Director Stephanie Abrams is excited to be teaching some international workshops this year. She will be sharing her knowledge and her signature approach to teaching flexibility and artistic development at circus, fitness and dance studios in Germany, Switzerland and Sweden in January and February. She will also be working on some new material of her own, while networking and spreading the KT love around the world!

KT Exclusive Workshops

Acrobatics Intensive with Simon Chaban

Simon is a world-class circus artist and acrobat specializing in acrobatic fire staff, an art that combines high-level tumbling and hand-balancing with manipulating a staff lit on fire! Simon’s unique approach to teaching acrobatics incorporates skill work with exploring other elements like movement, tempo and expression. Explore your acrobatic potential or build on your skills as an artist!

Wed. Jan. 20, 7:30-9:30pm
$50- KT Students/ $65- general public

*Simon will also be available for private or semi-private lessons

The Art of Circus Make-up

Taught by KT’s own make-up and costume diva (and coach) David Garcia, this class will cover all of the basics and a bit beyond. Learn to do it all from natural stage make-up to fantasy creatures! Fee includes a basic make-up kit.

Sat. Feb. 6, 1-4pm
cost TBA

*David is also available for custom make-up and costume design and creation

Rachel Walker, Back by Popular Demand

Aerialist and coach extraordinairre, Rachel Walker, returns to KT with another set of one-of-a-kind workshops! Don’t miss this chance to learn new trapeze techniques and skills, explore your apparatus and grow as an artist!

Dance Trapeze- all levels

Sat. Feb. 20, 12-3pm
$100-KT Students/$115- general public

Advanced Trapeze – for experienced students… new material

Sat. Feb. 20, 4-6pm
$75-KT Students/$90- general public

Artistic Development Series – for advanced students and professionals

Sun. Feb. 21, 6-9pm; Sat. Feb. 27, 12-6pm; Informal presentation of new work- Sun. Feb. 28, 6-8pm (must attend all)$250- KT Students/$265- general public

*Rachel will be in town from Feb. 16- 28 and will also be available for private and semi-private lessons.

Space in these workshops is limited! Contact the office to enroll: 310-606-2617

Student Cabaret – Save the Date

We are very proud to announce Kinetic Theory’s 2nd Annual Student Cabaret! Got a great idea for a new piece? Ready to show your skills to the world? Here’s your chance! Any Kinetic Theory student can perform an original act in any circus related or physical theatre discipline- no audition necessary. We will help you develop your piece and advise you on all of the details!

The shows will be at the end of April.
For more information or questions please contact the office.

Open Workout, stregthen & practice outside of class

Did you know we offer Open Workout training times? This is a great time for beginning and intermediate level students to conditioning between classes and for advanced students and professional artists to polish their skills and work choreography.

$10 drop-in/$100 monthly
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10am-2pm
Sunday 6-8pm

Upcoming Calendar

January 4

Winter/Spring session begins

January 20

Acrobatics Workshop with Simon Chaban

February 20-28

Aerial Workshops with Rachel Walker

April- 16- 25

Spring Shows and Student Cabaret

April 17

World Circus Day… stay tuned for more info. on related events

April 25

End of Winter/Spring session

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2010 will be the year of determination!

“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.” – Henry David Thoreau