Anna and Adam Wysoczańscy

Poland

Anna and Adam Wysoczańscy have been working as artists for over 15 years. They visited around 60 different countries presenting their talent all over the world.

They have diverse range of circus skills such as: ground, aerial duo, solo aerial, handbalancing on cannes and chinesepole.

They provide strength as well as harmony, presenting acrobatic tricks where the base and the flyer are a woman and a man taking turns!

Rose Munger

Canada

Passionate about the performing arts, Rose blends artistic grace with athletic power. Starting in gymnastics, figure skating, and dance, she laid a strong foundation before joining the National Circus School of Montreal at 15.

By 19, she had completed her training, specializing in trapeze dance and Cyr wheel, while also excelling in acro-dance, hand-to-hand, acrobatics, trampoline, and dance—making her a truly versatile artist.

With bold vision and creative drive, Rose aims to leave a lasting mark on the world’s top circus stages, captivating audiences through her passion and artistry.

Pierre Domis

France

Pierre Domis began circus life at age three, inspired by a small family troupe. He trained for a decade at the Fratellini Academy near Paris and later at top schools like Balthazar (Montpellier), ACAPA (Netherlands), and ENC (Montreal), gaining strong technical and artistic skills.

With 18 years in the field, Pierre’s journey has seen highs and lows, but his passion has never faded. He deeply believes in the circus’s power to inspire, entertain, and convey human values like courage, self-improvement, and wonder—values he lives by.

A gifted juggler and performer, Pierre also brings expertise in creation, communication, and circus history. The art of circus runs through him, shaped by both discipline and love. As one ringmaster put it, the circus is about dreaming—and Pierre never stops.

Martina Spinelli

Italy

Martina Spinelli brings over fifteen years of multidisciplinary experience in dance and contemporary circus, having performed in various countries across Europe and Asia. She offers a complete experience of movement and storytelling, seamlessly blending aerial silks, physical theatre, and dance.

With every performance, she radiates vibrant and genuine energy, captivating audiences through engaging, dynamic, and poetic shows. Her style combines strength, grace, and innovation, creating moments of pure wonder.

Elisa Circo Puntino

Italy

Driven by a deep passion for movement and artistic expression, Elisa Zanlari has been performing street theatre and acrobatic shows globally since 2010.

She is among the few women worldwide to bring the German Wheel to street performance, blending technical skill with humor and originality. Her shows mix spectacular acrobatics with playful irony, captivating audiences of all ages.

Curious and ever-exploring, Elisa fuses theatre, circus, and physical comedy to create accessible, dynamic experiences. Whether in a square, at a festival, or a special event, her work invites surprise and wonder. Elisa’s signature lies not only in her technique—but in the joyful smile she brings.

BLADE OF SHADOW

Hungary

The Netherlands

BLADE OF SHADOW is a unique blend of acrobatics, dance, and martial arts. Inspired by the beauty and mystery of Japanese culture!

30 years of karate-do and 30 years of stage experience is the backbone of the show, which guarantees the powerful moves and high level performance. The result? Authentic, emotionally charged movements that will blow the spectators minds.

Parijat Naik

India

Parijat Naik is a seasoned choreographer and performer with 18 years of experience, specializing in Bharatanatyam. She is the founder of the 'Soul Feet' dance company and has performed at festivals across India and abroad. Parijat has led workshops internationally in countries like the Netherlands, Sweden, France, and Singapore, sharing Indian culture through dance.

She believes art is a collaborative experience and aims to create choreography that inspires and connects people. With a passion for innovation and expression, she explores new ways to evolve classical and folk dance, making them relevant in modern society as inclusive, transformative art forms.

Takara Yoneoka ＆
Taisei Sakamoto

日本

Takara Yoneoka
Originally from Kumamoto Prefecture.
He began baton twirling at the age of 5 and won a gold medal at the 2023 World Championship.
He also made history as the first Japanese male cheerleader in the J.League, and starred in the music video “Sono Saki no Hikari e” by the Japanese band Porno Graffitti.
Expanding her presence in both stage performances and sports entertainment, he invites audiences into the world of baton twirling with his dynamic performance, refined technique, and powerful expressiveness.

Taisei Sakamoto
He started baton twirling at the age of 9 and, by age 12, competed in the World Championship where he won a gold medal.
In 2022, he was named Grand Champion—the highest honor—in both Solo Twirl and Pairs categories at the All Japan Baton Twirling Championship.
With his high-level technique and emotionally nuanced expression, he delivers performances that leave a lasting impression.

Maria Vorokhobina

Ukraine

Currently active as a performing member of Pasona Awaji World Ballet.

Born in Odessa, Ukraine. After graduating from the Kyiv Choreographic School, she earned a bachelor's degree at the National Dance Conservatory in Prague, Czech Republic. She later went on to perform as a professional ballet dancer with the Czech National Ballet and the Russian State Novosibirsk Ballet, where she took on several major roles.

Svitlana Shlikhter

Ukraine

Currently active as a performing member of Pasona Awaji World Ballet.

While a professional ballet dancer at the Serge Lifar Dance Academy in Kiev, she performed at the National Theater as a soloist, participating in several competitions pertaining to both classic and modern dance styles. After her graduation, she continued by appearing in performances at the Lviv National Opera for a period of two years.

Kostiantyn Tsapryka

Ukraine

Currently active as a performing member of Pasona Awaji World Ballet.

Having graduated from the Serge Lifar Dance Academy in Kyiv, he began his career at the Kyiv Municipal Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre in 2015. In 2019, he performed at the Kharkiv National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre, named after M. V. Lysenko. He has toured in various countries, including the United States, Japan, Europe, and Canada, having performed in several major roles.

Taro Kurachi

Japan

Currently active as a performing member of Pasona Awaji World Ballet, Taro has studied at multiple institutions abroad, including the Royal Ballet School of Antwerp in Belgium, the John Cranko School in Germany, and Ellison Ballet in the United States. He later joined the Belarusian National Bolshoi Ballet as a principal dancer.

His accolades include 1st place at the Youth America Grand Prix 2017 New York Finals, 1st place at the Youth America Grand Prix 2017 Boston Regional, and 1st place at Tanzolymp 2014, among others.

Kumiko Otoshi

Japan

Graduated from the Department of Traditional Japanese Music at Tokyo University of the Arts, specializing in Ikuta-ryu Koto music. Studied under many renowned performers, including Tadao Sawai, Kazue Sawai, and Chieko Kanazu.

In commemoration of the 1300th anniversary of the compilation of the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, she planned and produced original performances based on Japanese mythology, with over 200 performances to date.

She is also actively involved in producing kagura (Shinto theatrical dance) and giving lectures, dedicating herself to promoting Japanese culture.

Recipient of the Awaji Cultural Association Encouragement Award and the Hyogo Women’s Future Hanada Award.
Originally from Awaji City and a parishioner of Izanagi Shrine.

Pasona Music Island Project

Japan

Since 2020, the "Pasona Music Island Project" has been launched on Awaji Island as a regional revitalization initiative through music. Musicians from across Japan have gathered on the island to pursue hybrid careers that combine musical performance with other professional work. They plan and carry out performances both on the island and in various locations throughout Japan.

Currently, more than 60 musicians are part of the project, exploring new ways of working and living as artists. They perform regularly at venues along the western coast of Awaji Island and, since September of the same year, have hosted weekly events such as "Ocean Terrace Jazz Night" and "Musical & Opera Night." From Awaji Island, they continue to produce and share a wide range of entertainment experiences.

Flute/Japanese Flute Shinobue: Tamami Sato
Violin: Mai Kiren
Trumpet: Makoto Iwasaki
Piano: Takeshi Kishida
Base: Robert Widlowski
Drums: Joe

鼓淡 ～KOTAN～

Japan

Direction, arrangement, and choreography by Shuichiro Ueda.

Kotan was created as a regional revitalization project on Awaji Island that unites young performers from all across the country.

The group is currently under the direction of Shuichiro Ueda, a Kobe-born taiko musician known domestically and abroad for his work with the group "Eitetsu Fu-un no Kai" (led by Eitetsu Hayashi), and as a prominent taiko soloist in various orchestral and kabuki performances.

Since its creation, Kotan has expanded its reach to include not only Awaji Island, but other locations throughout Kansai and Kanto; presenting a broad range of entertainment experiences through collaboration with live with ballet accompaniment and more.

IGARASHI KOTA
NAKASHIO SYOTA
ISHIDA RYOKO
MAEDA MASAKI
KIDA YAYOI
TSUBOTA KEIICHIRO
ASHIDA YUI
IKEDA YUTO
SATO NAMI
TAKEYAMA AYUKA