Classically trained in ballet since the age of three, Rachel is a dancer turned aerialist, choreographer, and variety performer. She began her study of circus arts in 2007, developing a unique style and approach to aerial work, and has performed extensively across the United States and around the world.
"A visceral display of strength and loneliness" -Brad Rhines, Nola Defender, on Fringe solo, New Orleans.
"Her hoop appears fluid and molten. Strickland is an unalloyed pleasure to observe." -Judy Finelli, Spectacle Magazine
I was blown away with the costume, it was stunning and our community was in complete aww with the performance and the stilt walker. Can’t wait to find another event for her to attend!!!! If you are on the fence about hiring her, do it! You will not regret it!!!!
Response from Rachel Strickland:
Chelsea I think I must have said "y'all are SO COOL!" 50 times that evening. Thank you so much for your kind words, and for sharing your wonderful city with me! I look forward to visiting again!
Working with Rachel Strickland and Madame Rex Entertainment was a treat. They created dreamy costumes to fit the event theme, interacted with and engaged guests and stunned everyone with their stellar choreography and aerial performances. Rachel's creativity shined through all the details and her multi-talented team's seamless performances were the highlight of the event.
AMAZING performer! We loved working with Rachel--she is not only incredibly talented, but very easy-going and very willing to tailor her performance to crowd and event. She was hands-down the highlight of our reception--people can't stop talking about her beautiful performance and the "wow" factor that she brought!
Price Range: $600 stilts $1,500 aerial Satisfaction guaranteed
Gig Length: 5 - 50 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: $5,000,000 - General liability insurance from Specialty Performers Insurance
I offer boutique entertainment experiences customized to the event. Services include:
- Aerial entertainment, both ambient and featured acts
- Aerial champagne pouring
- Stilt walking
- Tarot reading for guests
- Roving entertainment in character, with a variety of aesthetics to choose from
Each event I take on is an important part of my life and is treated with care, warmth, and precision. Unusual and custom requests are welcome!
Rachel Strickland is an interdisciplinary performance artist, aerialist, storyteller, and award winning choreographer. Her work combines circus arts, dance, and elements of bizarre spectacle to create original, socially relevant performative works. Classically trained in ballet since the age of three, she began her study of circus arts in 2007, developing a unique style and innovative approach to aerial hoop. Her work brought her international recognition, and she has coached, performed, and choreographed on four continents.
Rachel's cross training allows her to deliver a wide range of roles, from lithe and ethereal to earthy and visceral. Rich, extravagant movements and strong, multifaceted technique are her trademarks. Performing extensively as a soloist internationally and in several national tours, Rachel specializes in creating aerial hoop choreography and the practice of telling stories.
For aerial work there must be a rigging point available with a 1,000 lbs. safe working load (this is usually a structural beam). I can work with heights as low as 12' high. There is no limit to how high the ceiling can be. When a space isn't able to be rigged from safely, a freestanding aerial rig is available for rent, at heights from 12' to 25' high.
For tarot readings at events, a quiet corner and a table with two chairs is appreciated.
| October 04, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Festival |
Inspired by the aesthetic genius of Baz Luhrmann, Cirque du Soleil, Michael Parkes, Neil Gaiman, and Jeannette Winterson.
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