Mackenzie rose
This insomniac is to blame for the creation of Circus Acts Insomniacs in 2014. With a background in gymnastics and dance, and a knack for performance, Mackenzie brought together this dynamic group and created an outlet for expression. With a personal passion for the performing arts, Mackenzie has dedicated herself to the development of her skills and the creative process of bringing together performances. Mackenzie is an aerialist, stilt walker, dancer, fire spinner and choreographer. With a drive for captivating crowds and pushing the boundaries, this insomniac won’t be sleeping anytime soon.
ally bat
More comfortable upside down, Ally naturally gravitated toward aerial arts. She began training dance trapeze in Toronto in 2014 and has since expanded her training to lyra, static trapeze, silks, dance, fire, and partner work.
Ally pushes herself to dive deeper into self-exploration and growth by training solo, with her peers, and training with world renowned coaches in Canada and internationally. She is a certified hatha and yin yoga teacher, black belt in Karate, and holds certificates in Costuming and Rigging for aerialists.
The Insomniacs give Ally opportunity to make visions into reality. Ally is dedicated to the art of theatre and through training, performing and production, she finds that sweet freedom she seeks.
Jake thelady
Miss Jake has always had an ‘amour’ with show business and a flare for the eccentric. With her long history of dance and acrobatics, it was only a matter of time before she fell in love with sparkling hula hoops and started challenging herself with aerial skills. Jake specialises in choreography, fire performance and dance, all while balancing being a new mother.
Renee
Renee is a long time Kootenay local who began her dance journey in her home town of Fernie BC. This mountain baby has always had a theatrical flare so it was no surprise to anyone when she discovered she felt most at home in the dance studio and on stage. Once she started dancing there was no stopping her and she grew up training, predominantly in jazz and ballet but she also discovered a strong love of theatre. She moved to Nelson and began performing with the Circus Acts soon after, they opened her eyes to a whole new world of performing arts. She continues to take dance classes to further her learning and has dabbled in belly dance and burlesque. Being able to combine her love of movement, theatrics, and adventure makes this Insomniac grateful that she ran away with the circus, and never looked back.
Petunia rae
Petunia, a dancing forest fairy, has had a special love for performance since a young age. With an extensive background in classical dance petunia continued her training in Italy and London, always pushing the envelope and trying new styles. In later years, Petunia discovered burlesque and fire performance and hasn't looked back. Now back home in the Kootenays, Petunia is more than excited to continue her journey with the circus.