Jessica John

Jessica John is DC-based circus artist, coach, and choreographer who specializes in corde lisse (rope), tissu (fabric), and dance trapeze. An ardent movement researcher, she was a competitive athlete, a teenage rockette, and a ski bum, before finding a passion for the circus. Jessica challenges gender stereotypes through displays of virtuosic strength and flexibility and creates empathetic space for her characters through rich storytelling and compelling visuals. She makes collaborative and solo works, ranging from short acts to evening length pieces. A sixth generation New Orleanian, Jessica is the creative and managing director of Vaudoux Aerial Dance Theatre, LLC. Outside of VADT, she often collaborates with Joshua Handal of Duo Josh and Marie.

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