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Katie Hardwick originally trained in gymnastics and theatre, beginning circus skills at the age of eight - she was a member of the Young Peoples’ Programme at The Circus Space, on which she later taught. Whilst studying English Literature with creative writing at University College Falmouth, Katie worked with Swamp Circus as a performer and teacher. She became a student representative for the Hall for Cornwall theatre and represented the Circo Kernow youth circus at Circus Arts Forums. Since returning to London, Katie works as a freelance performer, in pantomime and theatre, events, ceremonies and festivals; as well as still and motion photography. Katie is a teacher and choreographer at London’s leading circus schools. She is also a founder of Circus Suburbia, working as their circus project director.
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Leyla Rees trained from the age of eight in dance, circus and classical music. She plays piano and saxophone to grade 8.Leyla studied and taught aerial dance at The Circus Space, and after completing an Art Foundation at Central Saint Martin’s she went on to The Northern School of Contemporary Dance. Leyla has featured in music videos, openings, events and theatrical performances and is currently a member of Kinisi Dance company. Earlier this year she played Juliet (lead aerialist and dancer) in “Love is in the Air” tour with Scarabeus and Srishti dance company. Leyla is a founder of Leaf dance where she has choreographed pieces for The Laban centre and Cloud dance festival. She is also a reformer pilates instructor for Heartcore Fitness Limited. Leyla is currently based in London where she continues to perform as an aerialist,dancer, choreographer and teacher . |