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CANDICE STORLEY

Aerialist | Performer | Artist

There is nothing that compares to creating an unforgettable experience for another person, let alone a crowd of people, or an arena filled with curious, unsuspecting spectators…

I will never forget the first time I performed on a stage in front of hundreds of people I’d never seen before…I was 11 years old.


I have, since then, taken my passion for performing arts professionally. First, as a professional water skier in Wisconsin, building human pyramids, skiing on my bare feet, and flying off of jumps taller than myself. 

Then, I went on to pursue one of the oldest, most esteemed forms of entertainment, circus.  I spent years living on the road, and traveling across the country to perform in arenas, tents and theaters as an aerialist. I am trained in 5 aerial disciplines and have acquired a very diverse set of skills from internationally renowned performers and trainers who mentored me into my professional career. 

Vincent Van Gogh once said, “…whoever loves much, performs much, and can accomplish much, and what is done in love is well done!” 

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TOMMY BARTLETT SHOW

Wisconsin's premier destination for world class entertainment on the water. The Tommy Bartlett Water Ski Show provided the stage on which I debuted my professional performing career as a water skier.

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BIG APPLE CIRCUS

Big Apple is a top of the line circus show produced both beautifully and elaborately, accompanied by a live band. As an apprentice to internationally renowned aerial performer, Irene Espana, I was trained with the utmost virtuosity to perform her aerial trapeze act, "Irene Espana's Aerial Spaceship". This season included both tent shows and a short theater tour across New England.

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Photo curtesy of John F. Tremblay (c) 2015
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ROYAL HANNEFORD CIRCUS

As an apprentice to internationally renowned performer, Irene Espana, I was trained with the utmost virtuosity to perform her aerial trapeze acts. Which included, "Irene Espana's Aerial Cloudswing", and "Irene Espana's Aerial Spaceship". This season included both tent shows, as well as large indoor arenas.

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CIRQUE MUSICA

Cirque Musica is a wonderfully unique show performed in both arenas and theaters across America. The show is accompanied by a live symphony. As an apprentice to internationally renowned, Irene Espana, I was trained with the utmost virtuosity to perform her aerial trapeze acts.

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CARDEN INTERNATIONAL CIRCUS

As an apprentice to internationally renowned performer, Irene Espana, I was trained with the utmost virtuosity to perform her aerial trapeze acts. Which included, "Irene Espana's Aerial Cloudswing", and "Irene Espana's Aerial Spaceship". This show took place in large indoor arenas.

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CARSON & BARNES CIRCUS

This is that old school "Americana" style of circus show. Traveling each day and performing in a tent. I played multiple roles in this season, which included: aerial corde lisse, showgirl, and elephant rider.

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CIRCUS WORLD MUSEUM

Wisconsin's "gem" of an attraction as well as a fabulous big top show for "children of all ages".  I performed an aerial lyra and chiffon hybrid act, as well as danced for 'That 70's Circus' theme, and rode the elephants in their act.

Photo curtesy of John F. Tremblay (c) 2017
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Photo curtesy of John F. Tremblay (c) 2017
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BILLY MARTIN PRESENTS

Billy Martin is the showman when it comes to putting on an "All Star" display of circus arts. It was a pleasure to represent this show at the Big E exposition in Springfield, MA.

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WESTCHESTER'S WINTER WONDERLAND

Westchester County's premier location for a Holiday Circus Spectacular located just North of NYC. Here, I performed my aerial lyra act on a free-standing tripod rig in a tent for the season.

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CABIN FEVER CABARET

Cabin Fever Cabaret is a show produced by Bindlestiff Family Cirkus in Hudson, NY. This show was an eclectic mixture of tremendous talent. I debuted a new lyra act for this show and had the privilege of performing to live vocals and piano by Sabrina Chap.

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RAWHIDE'S "THE MAIN EVENT"

Since 1965, Rawhide has helped thousands of  at-risk, troubled teens and their families change their lives. "The Main Event" was an upscale fundraising gala for the organization. This event took place in the Atrium at Lambeau Feild in Green Bay, WI. I performed my Lyra act on my free-standing rig for the mini circus show that the event arranged.

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WORD OF LIFE CHRISTMAS PRODUCTION

What a thrill to be a part of such a talented Gospel Christmas production in Mississippi! I was one of 2 aerialist who performed in front of the stage with the silks, suspended from 25 ft. above.

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AN AERIAL EXPERIENCE...

Elevate your next event with a show-stopping experience that your guests will never forget.

Dubbed “Queen of the Air”, and for good reason. I specialize in Aerial Silks and Lyra with a fusion act of the two that is extremely rare. 


Currently based in Nashville, willing to travel Nationwide. It's so exciting to bring communities together in the form of live entertainment. I have a personal free-standing aerial rig that is available for hire and able to travel anywhere I go.


To inquire, please email me personally through the "contact" button at the top of the page.

Private/Public Event Experience:

​-Rawhide's "The Main Event" (Green Bay, WI)

-Cultural Chaos (Easthampton, MA)

-Mutton & Mead Medieval Festival (Montague, MA)

-Still River Music Festival (Riverton, CT)

-Eastworks Open Studios (Easthampton, MA)

-Putnam First Friday's (Putnam, CT)

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VAUDEVILLE IN THE VALLEY

A Production by Candice Storley

Vaudeville in the Valley was my first take at producing an entire show as well as performing in it. I am pleased to report that, following it's debut on September 7th, 2019 at the Northampton Center for the Arts, it was a marvelous success. With only standing room available by the start of the show, it is fair to say that the community shares a great admiration for the circus arts. The show's description read as follows:


"Celebrate live performing arts at this Vaudeville style Variety show. Be prepared for an evening of entertainment with a pre-show happy hour complete with local brewery, food, and musical collaborations. Pre-show festivities commence at 6pm followed by a talent packed show to begin at 7pm. Be dazzled by a brilliant hand-selected group of performing artists who aim to create an unforgettable experience."

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"Be (fearless) in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire"

-Unknown

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