About...
Ben is an International Performer, having performed all over the globe. Ben created his original and unique act, Aerial Hoop and Bungee, which you can see here, as part of the BA Degree Programme at National Centre for Circus Arts, (The Circus Space), Graduating in 2013. Since then, Ben has continuously performed all over, from London's prestigious Cabaret Scene, to Asia, and North Americas.
Most Recently...
Belfast Community Circus
Belfast Community Circus, have held a summer acrobatic intensive course to their own youth circus program, aimed at 13-18 year olds. For the past two years Ben has been one of the Tutors for Acrobatics and Aerial.
AidaBella
Circus Artist onboard German Cruise line Aida. Ben was Part of the Ensemble cast as well as Perfoming his own acts.
Lightseeker the Musical
Main Act and Ensemble Roles.
Ben was part of the Original production of RWSentosa's 'Lightseeker the Musical' in Singapore. As well as ensemble roles, Ben also performed Duo Net as a main act within the Show.
Gravity Circus Centre
Ben is a Regular Teacher at Gravity Circus Centre. He teaches Aerial Hoop and also Flexibility/Stretch classes, to Adult Program and also Prep and Foundation Student Program. Ben was also a teacher for Gravity's first Aerial Convention in 2015.
In Creation...
Currently Ben has 3 acts in creation stage. An Aerial Net Duo with esteemed Handbalancer Jonathan Finch, and also a new Cabaret Style Aerial Hoop act involving more of Ben's signature side twisting movements. And Lastly a rather tongue-in-cheek Christmas Act, ready for the Christmas Season shortly upon us!
Skills
Aerial Hoop / Bungee
Duo Aerial Net
Acrobatics, Fast Track and Tumbling
Banquine / Acrobalance
Contortion
Bungee Trapeze
Harness Work
Spanish Web
I make a pretty mean applewood smoked Cabaronara...
Professional Info...
Ben originally started his training as a Sports Acrobatic gymnast, He then moved to London to start his 3 year Circus training at The Circus Space. After Graduating, As well as perfoming, Ben also began his teaching career, passing on his knowledge of Aerial Skills to various other Circus Programs in London.
In 2015, Ben was Nominated for 'Best Variety Act' for the 'London Cabaret Awards'.
With Thanks.
Dolce and Gabbana
Cafe de Paris
The Velma Celli Show
Proud Cabaret City
Proud Cabaret Brighton
Belfast Community Circus
Cirque Bijou
Udderbelly
Circus Maximus
The Aeronaut
Tulip Fever
Gravity Circus Centre
National Centre of Circus Arts
AIDA
Resorts World Sentosa
Felicia O'brien
Chivaree Circus
Jacksons Lane
WamBam