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Featuring Maddie Seay

Special Press Article – December 17,  2015:

Maddie-WCAAF-20132013 WCAAF:  Two 1st Place Winnings

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3rd West Coast Aerial Arts Festival (2015) – Winners Teen – Silks Division

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Maddie rehearsing her piece for the festival

Maddie Seay started her aerial training, the summer of 2012 at the age of 10 under the tutelage of Ruby Karen and Luca Cecchini, the school of the Ruby Karen Project Aerial Dance Performing Arts School.  She then joined the apprenticeship program, and started performing with the Orange County Aerial Arts team, providing her with more experience on stage and causing her training to boost up.   She was casted in many of the school productions and she even acquired the lead role of “Alice”, in Ruby Karen’s production staging of Alice – Flight to Fantasy.

In 2013, inspired in her training, she challenged herself by enlisting as a competitor at the West Coast Aerial Arts Festival (WCAAF), a competition based festival.  In her category, competing in the Silks and Lyra divisions, she won 1st Place in both divisions.  And in the following year, 2014, she defended her title in the “12 and Under Silks Division “.  This year,  awakened by the fact that she would have to move up to a division that is highly competitive due to age, the competition was known to even be a tighter fight, as most of her competitors also moved up and the  the retention of the already established strong contenders in the Teen division.  She focused her training in various facet to provide a well balanced competition act yet still  maintained her identity.  …. and all her efforts paid off…. she garnered 1st Place in the Teen Division  Silks Category.

To Maddie, Aerial Arts, has now become her passion. It’s a way for her to express her creativity while developing her strength and endurance. Maddie has become the athlete that she is through Aerial Arts. She loves to perform and compete and looks for any opportunity to do so. When she is not training, Maddie works hard in school. She also enjoys photography, fashion design, art, and spending time with family and friends, including her amazing friends in the aerial arts community. Maddie hopes to someday perform with Cirque du Soleil. She sees aerial arts in her future in some capacity!

Press Update March 6, 2016:  In January 2016, Maddie was delegated as one of AYCO’s (American Youth Circus Organization) youth representative to write about circus in her area.  Check out Maddie’s 1st review:  “Cavalia’s Odysseo”

Watch Maddie’s winning piece at the 2014 West Coast Aerial Arts Festival

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Aerial Hammock Workshop Dec. 27 10:30am

Catch innovative and cutting edge moves on Aerial Hammock.  Taught by no other than Ruby Karen, authority to the aerial arts discipline, This workshop is an open level class focusing on  intermediate and advance level tricks with rolls, drops and fabric manipulation

When:  Sun. December 27, 2015  10:30am

Cost:  $45.   Early Bird:  $35.  with Promo Code:  “HammockWorkshop”

Where:  Aerial Dance Theater:  3001 Red Hill Ave.  Bldg. 1-107,  Costa Mesa, CA 92626

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Our Very Own Students @ the West Coast Aerial Arts Festival 2015

WCAAF2015-OCAASliderCONGRATULATIONS to  our apprentices, ORANGE COUNTY AERIAL ARTS team for garnering 9 trophies and medals including five (5) 1st Place winners (out of 10 categories.

1st Place: Tissu 7-12 Amateur:  Jenna Ali (RKP/ OCAA)
1st Place: Tissu 13-17 Amateur:  Maddie Seay (RKP/ OCAA
1st Place: Lyra/ Trapeze 7-12 Amateur: Vivianna Amado (RKP/ OCAA)
1st Place: Lyra/ Trapeze 18-27 Amateur: Laurel Castenholz (RKP/ OCAA)
1st Place:  Open Group 7 – 17 Amateur:  Staci Ensminger and Callista Gill (RKP/OCAA)
2nd Place: Open Group 7 – 17 Amateur: Jenna Ali and Maddie Seay (RKP/OCAA)
2nd Place: Open Solo Professional: Ana Nguyen (Circo Etereo/ RKP/OCAA)
3rd Place Hoop 13-17 Amateur: Staci Ensminger (RKP/OCAA)
3rd Place Open Solo7 -12 Amateur: Alina Silva (RKP/ OCAA)

CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS

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 WORKSHOPS NOV. 13 – 15, 2015

 

The RUBY KAREN PROJECT continuous to be a proud sponsor of the West Coast Aerial Arts Festival that happens every year.  Together with our apprentice group, we prepare our students for this intense yet wonderful process.

At the 4th Annual West Coast Aerial Arts Festival, there will be competitions in various categories.  As a main aerial arts academy in Orange County, we are proud to sponsor the space for the WCAAF event. For more information, Click here for FAQ page

WHAT:  4th Annual West Coast Aerial Arts Festival

When:  November 11 – 13, 2016

Where:      AERIAL DANCE THEATER, 3001 Red Hill Avenue, Building 1 Suite 107, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Culminating Event:  Nov. 13 5pm:  Culminating Showcase Venue will be announced.  Check out www.aerialartsamerica.org for more details.

CLICK HERE – WINNERS’ VIDEO ROUTINE: WCAAF 2014

CLICK HERE – WINNERS’ VIDEO ROUTINES: WCAAF 2013

Click here for WCAAF FAQ page

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Silks Workshop by Cirque du Soleil – Aurelie Dauphin

Don’t miss this opportunity to take a workshop by world famous – Aurelie Dauphne, Cirque du Soleil artist.

When:  Sunday, Nov. 22, 2015 10am

Where:  Aerial Dance Studio, 3001 Red  Hill Avenue Bldg. 1-107, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Fee: $45.00  USE PROMO CODE: AURELIE2015 AND GET $10. OFF (Valid until Nov. 21, 2105)

Aurelie Dauphne

About Aurelie:  Direct from France, Aurelie made her professional debut at the age of 17 in “Le Jeune Ballet de France,” a company in which she performed principal modern roles all around the European continent. She was also in “Scottish Ballet,” directed by Robert North; in Austria for “ABC Dance Company” directed by Nicolas Musin; performed and developed aerial pieces at “Jean Ann Ryan Company’s cruise ship productions; principal to modern dance company “Maryse Delente”; and an acrobat and aerialist with the “Transe Express Company. In Asia, she was a special guest for “Empat Mata TV show”. After finishing 5th in “Tu Si Que Vales”, the Spanish version of America’s Got talent, she joins Cirque du Soleil in Japan for the Ovo show as a principal role and is set for another contract with them this winter. From an educational standpoint, Aurelie is the artistic director of “Cirque de la Lune”, a school and touring group for young artists.

 

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Proud Sponsor of the 3rd West Coast Aerial Arts Festival

The Ruby Karen Project, Circo Etereo and Aerial Dance Theater are the main sponsors of the upcoming

3RD WEST COAST AERIAL ARTS FESTIVAL
November 13 – 15, 2015

This is the only festival of its kind that brings together aerialists from coast to coast, and from around the globe, ranging in age from 7 to ‘senior’, and covering standard and inventive apparatuses and with both amateur and pro-level divisions. WCAAF is hosted by 501c3 non-profit organization Aerial Arts America as a platform for expanding awareness and education, building community, and celebrating
Aerial Arts/Dance performing arts.

What activities will the Festival have?

Take Workshops – Watch Competition Rounds – Network with Directors and Instructors – Audition for Scholarship Grants – Watch the Culminating Exhibition featuring guest artists and winners and competition participants – Raffle Aerial Equipment/ Apparatuses & more…

For more information:  www.aerialartsamerica.org :: www.westcoastaerialartsfestival.com  (714) 846-6143/  (714) 330-7484 (mobile)

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Orange County Aerial Arts at the American Youth Circus Festival

Our OCAA apprentices appeared at the AYCO by storm.
Watch their performance – August 20, 2015 at Portland, Maine

Press Report:  July 21, 2015

The American Youth Circus Festival will be held at the Circus Conservatory of America in Portland, Maine from August 19–23rd!

Every two years, hundreds of circus youth and circus coaches gather from all across the United States for the American Youth Circus Festival. This five-day event is comprised of over 150 workshops, two showcases, and plentiful social events and community building opportunities.

We are so excited and proud to announce our apprentices – the Orange County Aerial Arts team (OCAA) their participation at this year’s AYCO Festival.  OCAA will be presenting group pieces at their showcase nights. And… OCAA’s director, Ruby Karen will also be conducting three (3) workshops relating to transitional, choreography and movement for aerialists.  Join us!

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OPEN HOUSE MARCH 1 3PM – FREE CLASSES AND DEMONSTRATIONS

Sunday, March 1, 2015 @ 3pm:  Open House (Free):  A close look at OC Vaulting training program 

Join us at the Aerial Dance Theater for free classes and introduction to vaulting conditioning and competition training

Location:  3001 Red Hill Ave.  Bldg. 1 Suite 107, Costa Mesa CA 92626  (cor. Kalmus and Redhill and driveway is on Kalmus.  Pls look for the YELLOW AWNING)

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Contortion, Rhythmic Gymnastics and Juggling classes

Start your kids training early.  Adults too can benefit from the art of flexibility, strength and coordination.  Enroll in any of these new classes at a very affordable package rate.  We are waiving the registration fee of $30 for new students*.

CHECK OUT:  RHYTHMIC GYMNASTIC BOOTCAMP (SUNDAY) AUGUST 1, 2015 1:30PM

 

CONTORTION BY ODGEREL

Take only from the best. Mongolian contortionist, Odgerel Gombo has performed at Circus related productions and events just about everywhere. He was a silver medalist at the Festival International du Cirque de Monte-Carlo and a legendary instructor who has taught at at several schools all over the continent, including his very own school in Mongolia. He is a key element to many successful contortionists today.
Please reserve 3 hours in advance.  if we do not have the minimum number of students, we will notify you at once.ContortionWorkshop-with-Odgerel (23)Every Friday at 5pm  Single Drop-In:  $22
4- Class Package with Promo:  $68.
4 Class Package with Registration $99.*
 BEGINNERS RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS

Taught by former USA National and World Championships Team Member, KRISTIN KAYE, your child will begin to develop grace, flexibility, and hand-eye coordination by learning the fundamental basics of the sport of rhythmic gymnastics, using the ribbon, ball, and hoop.

More about Kristin Kaye

Kristin Kaye on HoopEvery Wednesday at 10:30am

4- Class Package with Promo:  $68.
4 Class Package with Registration $99.*
CLASS TENTATIVELY SUSPENDED
 Juggling with KyleThere is no better way to work your hand manipulation and coordination skills other than with Juggling.  Kyle’s class will teach you basic toss juggling techniques with balls, clubs, or rings.  Other prop based skills including Diabolo will also be taught.Juggling with KyleEvery Saturdays 11am – 12pm

4- Class Package:  $60.
Single /Drop in: $16.
CLASS TENTATIVELY SUSPENDED

*Promo shall be limited to the 1st 20 students that enroll in a class series.

Rhythmic Gymnastics Bootcamp

Saturday, August 1st, 2015 1:30-4:00pm

This bootcamp will teach you the fundamental tricks of the rhythmic gymnastics apparatus: Ribbon, Ball, Hoop, and Clubs. This intensive will also be great cross training for your aerial work by focusing on Presentation, Grace, Flexibility, Balances, and Hand-Eye Coordination.

Instructor: Kristin Kaye

Kristin Kaye is a former member of the 2009 USA World Championships Group Team and USA Senior Group National Team from 2007-2009. In 2000, she was a member of the USA Junior National Group Team that competed at the Junior Pan American Championships. Prior to her accomplishments as a group team member, Kristin was the 2002 USA Junior National Champion and a member of the USA Junior National Team from 2001-2002. In 2000, she was the Level 8 Junior Olympic Champion. In addition to coaching, Kristin still performs in various rhythmic gymnastics/dance roles. She also has a Bachelors degree in Psychology (Wheaton College, 2011), is a speaker for eating disorder awareness and prevention, and currently trains full-time in the sport of rowing.

Early Bird Special – until July 25:  $35.00

Regular:  $40.00

 

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West Coast Aerial Arts Festival 2014 – 13 Trophies and Medals

CONGRATULATIONS to ORANGE COUNTY AERIAL ARTS for garnering 13 trophies and medals including six (6) 1st Place winners (out of 13 categories) including the Overall Winner, Brande Lee Guzak

1st Place and Overall Winner: Tissu Solo Professional: Brande Lee Guzak
1st Place: Hoop Solo Professional: Erena Yoshida
1st Place: Tissu 7-12 Amateur:  Maddie Seay
1st Place: Hoop 7-12 Amateur: Jenna Ali
1st Place: Open Group 7-17 Amateur: Alina Silva & Staci Ensminger
!st Place:  Open Solo 50+ Amateur:  Edie Morton
2nd Place: Tissu Solo Professional:  Erena Yoshida
2nd Place: Hoop 7-12 Amateur: Maddie Seay
2nd Place: Open 7 – 12: Shia Kitada
2nd Place: Open Solo Professional:  Kitty Essensee
3rd Place:  Hoop 13 – 18 Amateur:  Staci Ensminger
3rd Place: Tissu 18-49 Amateur :  Hannah Lawson

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The RUBY KAREN PROJECT is proud to be one of the participating aerial schools at the West Coast Aerial Arts Festival happening this November 14 – 16.  We will be bringing in our apprentice and regular students to take part in this exciting event, catered to boost our students’ training.

At the 2nd Annual West Coast Aerial Arts Festival, there will be competitions in various categories.  As a main aerial arts academy in Orange County, we are proud to sponsor the space for the WCAAF event. For more information, Click here for FAQ page

WHAT:  2nd Annual West Coast Aerial Arts Festival

When:  November 14 – 16, 2014

Where:      AERIAL DANCE THEATER, 3001 Red Hill Avenue, Building 1 Suite 107, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (Enter from the Kalmus/ Redhill driveway.  We are right next to the YELLOW awning).

Culminating Event:  Nov. 16 5pm:  Aerial and Circus Entertainment at the historical YOST THEATER, 307 Spurgeon St., Santa Ana, CA 92701.

Check out RKP student that won 1st the last year’s WCAAF:

1st Place – Kids Division – Maddie Seay

 

 

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HOLIDAY PARTY SUNDAY DEC. 14 3PM

 

SUNDAY – DECEMBER 14, 2014 3PM

AERIAL CIRCUS SHOWCASE
FOOD BEVERAGES
GAMES – RAFFLES – AWARDS

Share your favorite dish or beverage

AERIAL DANCE THEATER
3001 Red Hill Ave. Bldg. 1-107, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(corner Kalmus – See YELLOW AWNING
info@rubykaren.com (714) 846-6143

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