Pro Exclusive: Think Like an Acrobat–Let’s Protect Ourselves: Mastering Circus Training & Coaching with Olga Pikhienko
As part of our CircusTalk PRO membership content, available exclusively to PRO membership subscribers, please enjoy this PRO video series called Think Like an Acrobat.
Shenea Stiletto is a two-time World Acrobatic Champion, USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame Member, a World-Class Handbalancer and a seasoned professional in the circus industry. In this series, she will share her expertise as a career circus performer as well as select insights and secrets from her guests about the business. Think Like an Acrobat will cover an array of useful topics from how to navigate a contract, to understanding the role of a good agent, and how to maintain long-distance relationships while living the globetrotter life.
In episode 7, Shenea speaks with Olga Pikhienko, Cirque de Demain Gold medal winner and legendary multi-skilled Cirque du Soleil artist who appeared in the original productions of Quidam, Varekai, & Iris, and at one time was coined as “One of the best acts in the world.” Olga is also a model and an actress famous for her appearance in the critically acclaimed documentary “Fire Within,” and is one of the most sought-after circus trainers in the circus world specializing in hand-balancing and contortion.
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