aerialist
noun
ae·ri·al·ist
ˈer-ē-ə-list 
ā-ˈir-
: one who performs feats in the air or above the ground especially on the trapeze
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Guests can also expect acrobatics, aerialists, and some truly incredible choreography.
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Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 12 Feb. 2024
Unaware that Moceanu — her idol — was her sister, Bricker pursued her own accomplishments as an acrobat and aerialist, including touring as a featured act on Britney Spears' World Tour and a selection into the Gallery of Legends Hall of Fame by the World Acrobatic Society.
—Natasha Dye, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024
Enjoy aerialists, pole dancers, burlesque and more.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 11 Feb. 2024
Highlights include acrobats, aerialists, world-class performers and comedic characters.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Feb. 2024
From panel discussions to aerialists hanging from the ceiling and burlesque dancers spinning pasties.
—Dasha Shunina, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
An 18-piece band plays swing versions of current hits, while performances include aerialists and a burlesque dance show.
—Chris Kelly, Washington Post, 15 Feb. 2024
There will also be special appearances by the Rochester City Ballet, the Troupe Vertigo aerialists, and a Rochester community chorus.
—Wendy O'Dea, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2024
Other notable acts featured in the teaser include ventriloquist Darci Lynne, country singer Drake Milligan, singer Kodi Lee, aerialist Aidan Bryant, country trio Chapel Hart, and magician Piff the Magic Dragon.
—Esther Kang, Peoplemag, 11 Dec. 2023
Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 12 Feb. 2024
Unaware that Moceanu — her idol — was her sister, Bricker pursued her own accomplishments as an acrobat and aerialist, including touring as a featured act on Britney Spears' World Tour and a selection into the Gallery of Legends Hall of Fame by the World Acrobatic Society.
—Natasha Dye, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024
Enjoy aerialists, pole dancers, burlesque and more.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 11 Feb. 2024
Highlights include acrobats, aerialists, world-class performers and comedic characters.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Feb. 2024
From panel discussions to aerialists hanging from the ceiling and burlesque dancers spinning pasties.
—Dasha Shunina, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
An 18-piece band plays swing versions of current hits, while performances include aerialists and a burlesque dance show.
—Chris Kelly, Washington Post, 15 Feb. 2024
There will also be special appearances by the Rochester City Ballet, the Troupe Vertigo aerialists, and a Rochester community chorus.
—Wendy O'Dea, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2024
Other notable acts featured in the teaser include ventriloquist Darci Lynne, country singer Drake Milligan, singer Kodi Lee, aerialist Aidan Bryant, country trio Chapel Hart, and magician Piff the Magic Dragon.
—Esther Kang, Peoplemag, 11 Dec. 2023
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“Aerialist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aerialist. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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