The Coachella Valley’s very own unique troupe of circus performers are offering everyone a chance to get in on the act!
By Esther Sanchez
If you have been fortunate enough to attend any local music festivals or major events within the past couple of years, you may already know and love the fantastic people that are Flowbox. If you have yet to experience Flowbox, it is high-time you get with the program. In our beloved, desert community that is overflowing with wonderfully creative people, the good folks at Flowbox are among the cream of the crop. Originally founded by Jenna “JennaH2o” Lamb and Chelsea “Sphere” Oneil, the ladies describe Flowbox as a, “grassroots troupe of circus performers” who perform at private events, community events, and festivals locally and beyond.
Fire dancing and breathing, acrobatics, aerial arts, juggling, and stilt walking are just a few of the mesmerizing acts in Flowbox’s bag-o-tricks. Whether they are mingling among a crowd creating an atmosphere of excitement and wonder, or putting on an hour-long, choreographed stage-show, I happen to know from experience that when Flowbox is in the house, they possess the ability to awaken the wide-eyed, inner-child inside even the grumpiest of adults.
The best part is that the awesome people of Flowbox want to teach people of all ages how they too, can acquire the skills necessary to finally run away with the circus. Throughout the summer, Flowbox will be conducting both private and group classes in many categories of performance such as hoop-dancing and aerial techniques. You can get an amazing workout, hang out with super-cool people and learn skills that will make all of your friends feel jealous and awe-struck. No experience is necessary. All fitness levels welcome.
Curious, but unsure? No problem! You can check out, “Family Fun Night with Flowbox” on August 1st, 2015. 6:00pm – 9:00pm at the IPAC.
If that wasn’t cool enough, Flowbox will be conducting a summer camp geared towards youth between 10-15 years old. Learn juggling, human pyramids, hoop spinning, clowning, teamwork, problem solving, improv and stage performance techniques.
For details, contact Indio Performing Arts Center, IPAC at 760-775-5200
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