Sometimes these magical little things just come together. This is an excerpt from a morning of exploration with some of my favorite collaborators and a new friend. Thank you @iamherscules for creating the impromptu jam session!
#circus #aerialist #improv #collaboration
I middled a three high for the first time in forever yesterday! Big thanks to @jermesin and @alex_on_straps for making it so easy, and to @jkender42 for being on lines just in case.
#circus #acro #acrobatics
Little video recap of Arias Aloft: Midsummer Magic at the stunning @newenglandbg - it was a beautiful day and I’m so excited that we get to do it again in a few weeks! We’re back at @newenglandbg on Sunday August 17th. Check @circus_617 and @operaontapboston for ticket link in bio.
I’m so proud of everything @kathrynmckellar and I have achieved with the Arias Aloft series over the past three years. 💙 I hope you’ll come see us for our last show of the summer!
#circus #bosarts #bostonarts #opera #aerialsilks #ariasaloft #thingstodoinboston
It’s June 17th - 617 day! I’m so grateful to my amazing @circus_617 co-creators and collaborators. I 💙 making art with you all!
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#bostoncircus #bosarts #boston #circusfam
Arias Aloft: Midsummer Magic
The beloved opera-circus experience returns for its third summer—this time with an extra touch of enchantment.
Join Opera on Tap Boston and Circus 617 for a spellbinding evening at the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, a stunning backdrop of art in nature. Featuring vocal acrobatics and physical virtuosity courtesy of some of Boston’s leading circus artists and classical singers, this performance showcases opera, musical theater, and cabaret classics paired with breathtaking original circus acts.
This year’s theme conjures a world of magic, mystery, and the supernatural—featuring music inspired by spells, enchantments, and fairies. Soaring vocals and breathtaking original circus acts transform this extraordinary landscape into a midsummer night full of wonder.
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Arias Aloft: Midsummer Magic
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum
Sunday, June 29, 2025 (Rain date: Friday, July 25)
6–7:30PM (doors open at 5:30PM)
Tickets:
Member Adult: $32; Member Youth (age 4-12): $12
Adult: $40; Youth (age 4-12): $15
Children 3 and under: Free (must still register)
Circus Artists:
Alissa Feller(@alissatrapeze ), Rin Judith (@o0niamh0o )Sophie Kaufman (@aerial_rings ), Tori Markwalder (@tori_flies ), Reece Matthews (@reecerope )
Opera Artists
Erin Anderson (@erinandersing ), Jaime Korkos (@jkksf ), Kathryn McKellar (@kathrynmckellar ), Arielle Rogers-Wilkey (@actual_arie )
Pianists: Sally Naredla and Julian Gau
Creative Directors
Kathryn McKellar and Ellen Waylonis (@clairifier )
✨🎶Arias Aloft: Midsummer Magic✨
The beloved opera-circus experience returns—this time with an extra touch of enchantment—and for the first time ever, we’re bringing the magic to the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill!
Join Opera on Tap Boston and Circus 617 for a spellbinding evening in one of New England’s most spectacular outdoor spaces. With over 200 acres of lush gardens and panoramic views of the Wachusett Reservoir, Tower Hill offers an unforgettable natural stage for this open-air celebration of music, movement, and imagination.
This year’s theme conjures a world of magic, mystery, and the supernatural—featuring music inspired by spells, enchantments, and fairies. Soaring vocals and breathtaking original circus acts transform this extraordinary landscape into a midsummer night full of wonder.
Details:Â
Arias Aloft: Midsummer Magic
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
Sunday, July 13, 2025 (Rain date: Sunday, July 27)
6–7:30PM (doors open at 5:15PM)
Tickets:
Member Adult: $26; Member Youth (age 4-12): $8
Adult: $36; Youth (age 4-12): $12
Children 3 and under: Free (must still register)
Circus Artists: Alissa Feller (@alissatrapeze ), Rin Judith (@o0niamh0o ), Sophie Kaufman (@aerial_rings ), Tori Markwalder (@tori_flies ), Reece Matthews (@reecerope )
Opera Artists: Erin Anderson (@erinandersing ), Jaime Korkos (@jkksf ), Kathryn McKellar (@kathrynmckellar ), Arielle Rogers-Wilkey (@actual_arie ).
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Pianists: Sally Naredla and Julian Gau
Creative Directors:
Kathryn McKellar and Ellen Waylonis (@clairifier )
🌊✨Meet the Creatives Behind Arias Aloft
Ellen Waylonis (she/her) and Kathryn McKellar (she/her) — longtime multifaceted performers, educators, and arts advocates in their respective fields — began collaborating in 2022 on a mission to explore how music and movement can come together to reflect the world around us.
Together, they created Arias Aloft, a performance series that brings opera and circus artists into dynamic collaboration. With a shared commitment to artistic excellence and accessibility, they craft experiences that invite audiences of all ages into wonder, reflection, and joy.
In Rising Waters, Rising Voices, they draw on the unique talents of each performer to explore humanity’s deep connection to Earth’s waterways. Aligned with Boston Lyric Opera’s new climate initiative, this production blends opera, musical theatre, and cabaret classics with breathtaking original circus acts — a one-of-a-kind performance designed to move, inspire, and ignite conversation.
Some lovely photos by T-stop Pictures from last weekend’s show. I had so much fun reviving this table-top ensemble choreo and creating a new hoop duo with @shapeshifteraerial !
“Arias Aloft: Gather Together” created by @circus_617 and @operaontapboston in collaboration with @bostonlyricopera 💙
#duohoop #circus #opera #bostoncircus #aerialist
This cast! Performing “Arias Aloft: Gather Together” was such a lovely experience! Big, big hugs and gratitude to all of my castmates, my co-producer @kathrynmckellar , @iamherscules for her wonderful direction, and @bostonlyricopera for collaborating with us and doing so much to bring this show to life! #youllneverwalkalone 💙
We have another all-new @circus_617 & @operaontapboston show coming up on Sunday April 27th - tickets are at blo.org!
#circus #bostonarts #opera #ariasaloft
