Aracnation

Kia ora koutou,
We're excited to share a new initiative we've launched at Aracnation: the Performance Lab.

This workshop series was created for aerialists, circus artists, and movement practitioners who want to expand their performance toolkit beyond technical skills.

These workshops are about exploring the skills that sit alongside technique: creativity, musicality, stage presence, improvisation, audience connection, character, and storytelling.

Many of us spend years developing physical skills, but have fewer opportunities to explore the creative tools that help bring those skills to life in performance.

We've invited guest artists from theatre and performance backgrounds to share practical, accessible approaches that can support circus artists at any stage of their journey.

Our first workshop, Creative Play: Improvisation with Jeff Szusterman, is designed specifically as an entry point. No acting experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to try something new.

Book one workshop, or join us for the full series.

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DzM6ZDMca/

info and bookings: https://www.aracnation.co.nz/workshops

Kia ora koutou,

Aracnation is looking to connect with more aerial and circus performers as we head into the busy holiday event season.

We’re an aerial studio based in central Auckland, providing aerial and specialty entertainment for a wide range of events, and we’re currently expanding our performer network for upcoming contract opportunities.

We’d love to hear from aerialists, circus artists, flow artists, acrobats, pole artists, dancers, and other specialty performers of all experience levels who are interested in event work.

If this sounds like you, please fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch.

If you’ve worked with us before, please still complete the form so we can update your details, experience, availability, and rate expectations.

https://forms.gle/QNxC3yAb4VQQc5JW8

Looking for a fun & safe space to learn aerial arts? Join Aracnation this May for our latest intake!

👉Introduction to Aerial hoop (Lyra) | Starts June 3 7-8pm

New to aerials? Start here. Learn the fundamentals: hanging, inverting, and building strength in a safe, supportive environment. 5-week course. Ages 15+. No experience or fitness level required.

🔗Book now https://www.aracnation.co.nz/book

After months of planning, conversations, and excitement behind the scenes, we are thrilled to officially launch the Aracnation Performance Lab.

The Performance Lab is our new specialist workshop series designed to help students grow beyond aerial technique and develop as confident, creative performers. Book one, two, or all!

Limited spots available, be quick, this workshops are going to book fast: https://www.aracnation.co.nz/book

Are you a rangatahi (12-18yrs) who regularly participates in circus in Aotearoa? ANZCA wants to hear from you!

Your voice and experience matter and will help shape the future of circus. The survey will take 10-15 minutes and is anonymous so you can share both the good and challenging things about circus: https://anzca.co.nz/rangatahi-survey/

This survey is part of a project called Elevating Circus Arts for Rangatahi in Aotearoa, funded by SportNZ. In this project, organisations from across the motu who lead circus activities for young people are working to understand how we can better support rangatahi pathways and participation in circus across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Find out more about this (and all the other resources available) on the ANZCA website.

It's finally here! Aracnation merch has landed, and to celebrate our launch, we're introducing a limited edition Artist Series collection.

Created with visual artist Not 9-1-1 (), this collection brings soft, classy, character-driven artwork into our aerial world, capturing the movement and expression we live for in the studio.

Designed for training, everyday wear, or carrying a piece of the Aracnation whānau with you.

Check our the full range here: https://www.aracnation.co.nz/merch

Looking for a fun & safe space to learn aerial arts? Join Aracnation this April for our latest intake!

👉Introduction to Aerials | Monday evenings
New to aerials? Start here. Learn the fundamentals: hanging, inverting, and building strength in a safe, supportive 5-week course. Ages 15+. No experience
required.

👉Gentle Aerials | Sunday mornings
A gentle, judgment-free space for mature adults, those managing chronic conditions, and anyone returning to movement after recovery. Here, we move at your pace, honor your body’s unique needs, and celebrate every step of your journey with care and encouragement.

👉Youth Silks | Friday evenings
Perfect for young aerialists ages 12–15! Our Youth Silks is where beginners meet, laugh, and learn together. Safe, supportive, and seriously fun. No experience needed. Join us for 10 weeks of fun, friends & flying.

We’re organising another community night out, this time for the Comedy Festival! Buckle up for a wild ride at Laser Kiwi’s Everybody Knows, a visual, audial, and conceptual extravaganza.

Details:
🗓️ 23 May, Saturday
🕖 7:30pm
📍Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre
👉To book your tickets, please contact Annabelle ([email protected]) by Friday 17 April.

Can’t make it on 23 May but keen to see Laser Kiwi live? Use 'ARACNATION' & get 15% off tickets! Hurry, the discount code is only valid until 20 April!

Jesse from RNZ goes clubbing with Aracnation this afternoon! Hear all about it here 👇

Jesse Goes Clubbing Every Monday afternoon Jesse hits the clubs. We'd love to hear from you if you're part of a cool club - the quirkier the better. Text us 2101 or email [email protected] Today we're talking to Gabby Ugalde from Aracnation - an aerial arts club.

Looking for a fun & safe space to learn aerial arts? Join Aracnation this March for our latest intakes!

👉Introduction to Aerials | Starts 2 March
New to aerials? Start here. Learn the fundamentals: hanging, inverting, and building strength in a safe, supportive 6-week course. Ages 15+. No experience required.

👉Family Aerial Course | Starts 8 March
Move, laugh, and connect together. Our family aerial course includes 3 classes designed for groups of three; no experience needed. One adult required per group.

🔗Book now: https://www.aracnation.co.nz/book