BLACK*ACROBAT MISSION:
Black*Acrobat (B*A) serves as a platform to increase the visibility and support of "black" people in the arts and other community building ventures. Founded 2009 by *Kiebpoli Calnek, B*A empowers communities and under-served populations through performance, conversation, and by providing affordable professional aerial training. Black*Acrobat has received generous funding and support from Elizabeth Streb, Astrea Foundation, Asian Arts Initiative, and the New York Foundation for the Arts. www.Kiebpoli.com
UPSIDOWN PRODUCTIONS MISSION:
Upsidown Productions (UP) serves as a springboard for artists to find sustainability via teaching, performing, and producing everything circus. UP is dedicated to creating rich theatrical work, teaching classes that challenge the mind and the body, and producing events rooted in community and opportunity. Founded in 2010 by Madeline Hoak, UP provides Unparalleled Professionalism to help you find your Ultimate Potential. www.upsidownproduction.wordpress.com