Advanced Aerial Residency Lab

Sponsored by Aerial Arts America, in cooperation with the Ruby Karen Project, this workshop is catered to pre-professional teen and adult aerialists, This 5-Day mentorship-driven aerial immersion session is designed to deepen technique, expand creativity, discovery and support artistic development and enlighten the pathway to a professional career.

Participants will apply the strategies into a work-in progress act that will be showcased on the 6th day – Saturday, June 13. This residency will be taughted by local and visitng instructors. Attendance threshold is observed. .

Guest Artists:
Vivian Tam: Off-Stage Presentation and Promotion
MarySue Jurgella: Character Build-Up
Ruby Karen: Streamlining Your Act with Transitions
Luca Cecchini: Performer Rigging Checklist

Prerequisite: Participants should have a minimum of three (3) years of aerial training and prior performance or competition experience.
Time: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Location: RKP Studio, Costa Mesa, California
Tuition: $450

Followed by:
Process in Motion – Residency Showing

A curated studio sharing of creative work in progress developed during the Aerial Residency Immersion; open to invited friends and family.

June 13, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 PM
RKP Studio – Costa Mesa
Purchase Ticket Here: $10. (Kids 7 and below are Free)
Limited space available.