The Aerial Alchemist

Episode 4: BTS of Embers, Petals, & Stars

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πŸŽ™οΈ Episode 4: BTS of Embers, Petals, & Stars

Guests:  Ashley Sonnier [@ash.sonnier] & Naomi Graff [@naomi.the.aerialist]   

In this behind-the-scenes episode, Fallon sits down with fellow choreographers Ashley and Naomi to pull back the curtain on Embers, Petals, & Stars. Together, they dive into the creative process behind each act β€” from personal inspiration and artistic challenges to emotional storytelling and audience connection.

This is a candid look at what it really takes to bring a three-act aerial dance production to life.

⏱️ Episode Breakdown

  • 3:02 β€” Evolution of a 3-Act Show
  • 4:48 β€” Inspiration from Pilobolus

  • 8:50 β€” Creating Acts: Personal Stories & Themes
  • 11:23 β€” The Cherry Blossom Act
  • 15:55 β€” The Layer Cake Apparatus β€” by VVOLFY Metalworks

  • 19:02 β€” The Star Wars Act featuring Russick Smith

  • 26:21 β€” Choreography Struggles & Partnering
  • 28:00 β€” Projection Design by Christian Szczepanski

  • 29:51 β€” Audience Engagement & Experience
  • 32:59 β€” Simplicity in Performance
  • 34:50 β€” Emotional Vulnerability in Performance
  • 36:41 β€” Character Transitions & Emotional Range
  • 46:24 β€” Challenges of Creating Art
  • 56:36 β€” Support & Trust in the Creative Process
  • 58:24 β€” Sam’s Kazoo Straw Moment β†’ Watch the Reel
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  • 58:47 β€” Favorite Moments
  • 1:02:01 β€” Check Out The Audacity Works Podcast

  • 1:11:26 β€” Future Endeavors

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