PRODUCTIONS
Tale of the Firebird
CONCERTO FOR VIOLIN, FIRE & ACROBATIC ORCHESTRA
TALE OF THE FIREBIRD is a genre-defying reimagining of the virtuoso violin concerto, blending breathtaking musicianship with physical theatre, acrobatics, aerial arts, fire performance, contemporary dance and visual storytelling. Composed by long-time collaborator Chloé Charody specifically for The Freestyle Orchestra, the work transforms all 12 performers into distinct characters who seamlessly combine instrumental virtuosity with movement, spectacle and theatrical expression, creating an immersive and visually striking concert experience.
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MANINYAS
VIOLIN CONCERTO
MANINYAS is a Violin Concerto composed by Ross Edwards in 1988, choreographed and performed by The Freestyle Orchestra featuring group acrobatics, fire and aerial disciplines.
LIMBO
SONATA FOR ACROBATIC VIOLINIST & ACROBAT
LIMBO is a violin & piano sonata by Chloé Charody written for the unique acrobatic skill set of violin virtuoso Sonja Schebeck. Alongside pianist Chanda VanderHart, Sonja partners acrobat Josh Frazer in this ground-breaking interdisciplinary work to tell a poignant narrative through dynamic partner acrobatics, duo unicycle and cyr wheel, completely embracing contemporary circus and classical music in one captivating world.
VER
VER is an interdisciplinary performance that merges classical music, contemporary circus and immersive sound design into a single artistic experience. Inspired by Max Richter’s recomposed sound world, the work explores humanity’s relationship with nature through music, movement, acrobatics and visual storytelling, creating a contemporary Gesamtkunstwerk where sound and motion become one.
THE BUTTERFLY EFFECT
Part contemporary circus, part concert and part immersive installation, The Butterfly Effect explores how small actions can create far-reaching consequences. Combining live music, acrobatics, aerial arts, illusion and interactive scenography, the performance transforms the venue itself into a living instrument. Through audience participation, inventive sound-making and constantly shifting visual landscapes, the work creates a playful yet thought-provoking experience that celebrates connection, cause and effect, and the invisible threads that bind us together.
WORK IN PROGRESS
VIEN NOIR
Vien.noir is an interdisciplinary varieté experience that blends classical, jazz and electronic music with contemporary circus, burlesque and cabaret. Featuring virtuosic short-form acts in an elegant club setting, the production is ideal for festivals, corporate events and international audiences.
THE LOOKING GLASS CABARET
The Looking Glass Cabaret transforms shop windows and storefronts into miniature stages where classical music, circus and movement arts come together in a series of enchanting pop-up performances. Originally created in response to social distancing restrictions, the project reimagines the urban landscape as an interactive artistic journey, inviting audiences to discover performances, installations and storytelling throughout the city. Connected through an overarching fairytale-inspired narrative and interactive QR codes, visitors can explore the experience freely and in their own order.
THE SECRET GARDEN FESTIVAL
The Secret Garden is an interdisciplinary festival concept that brings together music, circus, visual arts and immersive experiences in unexpected public spaces. Designed to encourage artistic collaboration and experimentation, the festival invites audiences to explore a diverse range of art forms in a relaxed and accessible environment. By removing barriers between disciplines, artists and audiences, The Secret Garden creates a vibrant cultural experience while also supporting charitable causes and community engagement.
