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MOVE IT! Episode 8 – Aerialists, Part 1

Mark Lonergan
duo aerialist

A look at some amazing circus aerialists, bringing joy and wonder to audiences all over the world. Part 1 of a series, with a focus on American and Canadian artists, including Andrew Adams & Sasha Harrington, Tuedon Ariri, Veronica Blair, Duo Rose, Lauren Joy Herley, Angela Kim & Stuart McKenzie, Joseph Pinzon, and Danny Sullivan.

Mark Lonergan
Artistic Director -United States
Mark is the Artistic Director of Parallel Exit, a three-time Drama Desk Award nominee for Unique Theatrical Experience. With Parallel Exit, he has created many original and award-winning works of physical theatre. Mark’s work has been seen in theatres and festivals in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. In New York City, he has presented work at The New Victory Theater, Lincoln Center, 59E59 Theaters, Symphony Space, and the Guggenheim Museum. Mark was the Guest Director for three productions of The Big Apple Circus, each a New York Times Critic’s Pick. He is also the Creative Director for Vermont’s celebrated Circus Smirkus.

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Mark Lonergan

Mark is the Artistic Director of Parallel Exit, a three-time Drama Desk Award nominee for Unique Theatrical Experience. With Parallel Exit, he has created many original and award-winning works of physical theatre. Mark’s work has been seen in theatres and festivals in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. In New York City, he has presented work at The New Victory Theater, Lincoln Center, 59E59 Theaters, Symphony Space, and the Guggenheim Museum. Mark was the Guest Director for three productions of The Big Apple Circus, each a New York Times Critic’s Pick. He is also the Creative Director for Vermont’s celebrated Circus Smirkus.