Who we are
On the FLY Productions LLC is a global hybrid full service aerial entertainment and flying effects company providing services worldwide from equipment rental to edgy and unique aerial dance and flying entertainment to world class training at their HQ Studios. On the FLY Productions, an ETCP Recognized Employer of ETCP Certified Technicians is fully insured and is based in the St Louis, MO area. OTF’s current client list include Cirque du Soleil, Carnival and Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Nickelodeon, Texas State Fair, Cedar Point Amusement Park, IKEA, Westfield Mall, NBA, Chick-Fil-A among many others, and they provide flying effects, equipment, training, and educational workshops to numerous colleges, high schools, camps, festivals, and theatre houses across the country as well as run three studios in the Greater St Louis Metro Area. Owners of On the FLY, Jason & Jennifer, met when Jennifer was producing a production of Wizard of Oz, and together they have created numerous original shows and acts including Lovin' Vegas currently performing weekly on Carnival Cruise Lines Mardi Gras (and opening on Carniva's Celebration in late 2022), FOX's Game of Talents, NBC's Little Big Shots, America’s Got Talent Season 9 Quarter Finals as Mothmen Dance, and TruTV's Fake OFF Season 2.
Visit us online at: www.ontheflypros.com
Check out our videos on YouTube
Sample list of Clients can be found here
Visit us online at: www.ontheflypros.com
Check out our videos on YouTube
Sample list of Clients can be found here
Meet the Owners
Jason Whicker
Co-Owner/President Aerial Choreographer 855.95.ONTHEFLY x701 [email protected] Jason, singer, dancer, and flying, aerial and ground choreographer has worked on Broadway and large scale productions such as American Idiot (formerly on Broadway), Fame Becomes Me (Martin Short), Angels: The Musicals (Broadway Bound), and other numerous professional shows throughout the world. Jason has created new works of flying art for Cisco Systems, Wrigley's 5 Gum, 26th Annual SEA games. Jason's most recent aerial choreography can be see on Centrum WOW shows on Royal Caribbean Cruise Line's Serenade and Brilliance ships. Other aerial choreography credits include performances at the Nelson Mandela Theatre in Johannesburg, the Bayan Palace in Kuwait for the 50th Anniversary of Kuwait's Liberation, Cedar Point Amusement Park, America's Got Talent, and TruTV's Fake Off. Jason’s experience in Stage Combat also includes recognition from the Society of American Fight Directors as an Advanced Actor Combatant in 7 of the 8 weapons. Watch his Fight & Flight Reel here. |
Jennifer Ragan
Co-Owner/VP of Operations Producer/Director 855.95.ONTHEFLY x700 [email protected] Jennifer, daughter of a theatrical director, literally grew up in the back of a theater making her stage debut at the age of four and has been directing for over twenty-five years. She has directed and produced over a hundred productions after receiving her BA at Principia College in Theatre under Richard Morse (founder of the Richard Morse Mime Theatre) and MA from CCU in Denver. CO. She also serves on numerous advisory entertainment boards across the globe and is actively involved with numerous theatrical organizations. Jennifer specializes in creating, producing, and directing new works of art working with theatres, conferences, colleges, and schools across the country to create unique aerial entertainment, and along with her partner, Jason Whicker, currently has numerous projects in the works such asThe Peter Pan Effect (in development for a 2022 Tour), Lovin' Vegas (premiering on Carnival Cruise Line's Mardi Gras in Nov 2021), BEAUTIFUL: A Cirque-Tale, Cirque d'IGNITE, and Enchanted Evening: A Cirque Love Story. |
Meet our High FLYing Crew
Michael Heineke, Equipment Manager/Flying Director
Michael is from St. Louis and is a graduate of The Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Webster University, with an emphasis in technical direction. Working with a wide range of entertainment groups, he has held a variety of titles including Technical Director, Aerial Rigger, Production Manager, Stage Manager and Master Electrician.
Mike has been working in theater for more than twenty years and as an aerial rigger for over ten years.
His calm demeanor, technical knowledge, wide range of theatrical experiences, and passion for his job make him a Flying Director favorite and we are thrilled to have him on our team!
Michael is from St. Louis and is a graduate of The Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Webster University, with an emphasis in technical direction. Working with a wide range of entertainment groups, he has held a variety of titles including Technical Director, Aerial Rigger, Production Manager, Stage Manager and Master Electrician.
Mike has been working in theater for more than twenty years and as an aerial rigger for over ten years.
His calm demeanor, technical knowledge, wide range of theatrical experiences, and passion for his job make him a Flying Director favorite and we are thrilled to have him on our team!
Sean Millican, Lead Flight Ace/Sales Rep
Sean comes to On the FLY as an experienced leader with a track record of success in managing teams, driving operational excellence through Balance, and entrepreneurial ventures. Adept at optimizing branch operations, delivering exceptional customer experiences, and fostering growth. Successfully building and maintaining sales culture in diverse and changing environments. As a Flagship Branch Manager, he orchestrated dynamic customer relationships resulting in top-tier service awards, consistently ranking among Chicago's top 10 branches, and strategically maximizing market shares and increasing sales.
Sean comes to On the FLY as an experienced leader with a track record of success in managing teams, driving operational excellence through Balance, and entrepreneurial ventures. Adept at optimizing branch operations, delivering exceptional customer experiences, and fostering growth. Successfully building and maintaining sales culture in diverse and changing environments. As a Flagship Branch Manager, he orchestrated dynamic customer relationships resulting in top-tier service awards, consistently ranking among Chicago's top 10 branches, and strategically maximizing market shares and increasing sales.
Benjamin Gaffney, Advisor/Automation Tech
Benjamin Gaffney is originally from Rockford, IL but moved to St. Louis to pursue a BS in Applied Sciences and MBA from Washington University in St. Louis. Benjamin joined On The Fly in early 2020 and has held a variety of roles ever since, including flight director in training, automation technician, and VP of Finance . Prior to On The Fly he has worked in live theatre, concerts, and stand-up comedy in lighting design, video direction, and management. He has worked on several national tours including Jim Gaffigan’s Quality Time, Jake Owen’s Life’s Watcha Make It, and George Lopez’s Comedy Get Down along with various local productions throughout the Midwest.
Benjamin Gaffney is originally from Rockford, IL but moved to St. Louis to pursue a BS in Applied Sciences and MBA from Washington University in St. Louis. Benjamin joined On The Fly in early 2020 and has held a variety of roles ever since, including flight director in training, automation technician, and VP of Finance . Prior to On The Fly he has worked in live theatre, concerts, and stand-up comedy in lighting design, video direction, and management. He has worked on several national tours including Jim Gaffigan’s Quality Time, Jake Owen’s Life’s Watcha Make It, and George Lopez’s Comedy Get Down along with various local productions throughout the Midwest.
Liisa Nichols, SHRM-CP, Human Resources/Payroll Director
Liisa joined On the FLY Productions in July 2023 to run our HR Department/Payroll Department. She comes with 35 years of human resources and law firm experience in IL, NY, CA, CO, MO, MA and FL, and we couldn't be more grateful for her expertise, years of experience, gentle guidance, attention to detail, and passion for Human Resources.
Liisa joined On the FLY Productions in July 2023 to run our HR Department/Payroll Department. She comes with 35 years of human resources and law firm experience in IL, NY, CA, CO, MO, MA and FL, and we couldn't be more grateful for her expertise, years of experience, gentle guidance, attention to detail, and passion for Human Resources.
FLYING DIRECTORS & RIGGERS
Phill Stark, Flying Director
Born in Australia and working in the entertainment industry for over 20 years as an Entertainer, Circus and Stunt Performer and Entertainment/Stunt rigger. Traveling around the world, Working and training with some of the best in the industry. Performing and helping to create some amazing projects including one of the largest live stunt shows in the world and titles such as Pirates of the Caribbean, P!nk, Ed Sheeran and various shows with Cirque Du Soleil. After working a few Cruise ships I am very happy to find a place with On the Fly Productions as one of their Flying directors.
Born in Australia and working in the entertainment industry for over 20 years as an Entertainer, Circus and Stunt Performer and Entertainment/Stunt rigger. Traveling around the world, Working and training with some of the best in the industry. Performing and helping to create some amazing projects including one of the largest live stunt shows in the world and titles such as Pirates of the Caribbean, P!nk, Ed Sheeran and various shows with Cirque Du Soleil. After working a few Cruise ships I am very happy to find a place with On the Fly Productions as one of their Flying directors.
Terrance Lumadue, Flying Director
Terrance comes from Canada, Primarily working in the concert industry for 10 years. He has become an ETCP Certified arena rigger, rigging equipment over several venues across Ontario, Canada and Michigan, USA. He has had the chance to work around the world with larger acts from KISS, Rammstein and Drake. Outside of the rigging world, he is a licensed special effects technician. Handling the installation of flames, pyro and CO2 effects.
He has helped set a Guinness World Record, "highest flame projection in a music concert" — 35 meters (nearly 115 feet) — and "most flame projections launched simultaneously in a music concert"
Terrance comes from Canada, Primarily working in the concert industry for 10 years. He has become an ETCP Certified arena rigger, rigging equipment over several venues across Ontario, Canada and Michigan, USA. He has had the chance to work around the world with larger acts from KISS, Rammstein and Drake. Outside of the rigging world, he is a licensed special effects technician. Handling the installation of flames, pyro and CO2 effects.
He has helped set a Guinness World Record, "highest flame projection in a music concert" — 35 meters (nearly 115 feet) — and "most flame projections launched simultaneously in a music concert"
Global Aerial Trainers & FLYing choreographers
Melanie Braxton, Lead & Logistics Coordinator, Aerial Trainer
Melanie is a stage combatant, singer, aerialist, and lifelong dancer, and now Lead Aerial Trainer for On The Fly Productions. Melanie has been working with Jason Whicker, a founder of On The Fly, since 2009, and hasn't stopped flying since. Working with On The Fly has given her the opportunity to travel throughout the world as she trains aerialists for Royal Caribbean International. Melanie performed on AGT in Mothmen's flying troupe, a creation of On the Fly. She can frequently be seen performing with Carnivale Sword Play in original sword-fighting stage shows. A licensed massage therapist as well, Melanie is a proud member of SAG/AFTRA and also recently attended the International Stunt School in Seattle.
Melanie is a stage combatant, singer, aerialist, and lifelong dancer, and now Lead Aerial Trainer for On The Fly Productions. Melanie has been working with Jason Whicker, a founder of On The Fly, since 2009, and hasn't stopped flying since. Working with On The Fly has given her the opportunity to travel throughout the world as she trains aerialists for Royal Caribbean International. Melanie performed on AGT in Mothmen's flying troupe, a creation of On the Fly. She can frequently be seen performing with Carnivale Sword Play in original sword-fighting stage shows. A licensed massage therapist as well, Melanie is a proud member of SAG/AFTRA and also recently attended the International Stunt School in Seattle.
Connor Dealy, Lead CCL Aerial Trainer
Connor is a multidisciplinary performing artist. He received his BFA in Performance and Theater from Auburn University, where he also attained a minor in dance and began an education in aerial fabric. After graduating college, he relocated to New York City where he continued his aerial and circus education at Circus Warehouse. You can find him currently dancing with Alison Chase Performance, an active member/artist in residence with Änver Entertainment, and working with Pilobolus. His Performance Credits include working with companies such as An Nuo Spiritual Art and Dance, Incanto Productions, Pilobolus Creative Services, Mosaic Theatre Company, the Melbourne Fringe Festival’s "Macabaret", and for the League of Professional Theatre Women. Connor was also the OG Peter Pan in On the FLY's latest development show - The Peter Pan Effect.
Connor is a multidisciplinary performing artist. He received his BFA in Performance and Theater from Auburn University, where he also attained a minor in dance and began an education in aerial fabric. After graduating college, he relocated to New York City where he continued his aerial and circus education at Circus Warehouse. You can find him currently dancing with Alison Chase Performance, an active member/artist in residence with Änver Entertainment, and working with Pilobolus. His Performance Credits include working with companies such as An Nuo Spiritual Art and Dance, Incanto Productions, Pilobolus Creative Services, Mosaic Theatre Company, the Melbourne Fringe Festival’s "Macabaret", and for the League of Professional Theatre Women. Connor was also the OG Peter Pan in On the FLY's latest development show - The Peter Pan Effect.
Brittany Sprung, Aerial Trainer & FLYing Choreographer
Brittany is a performer, choreographer, and instructor, originally from Upstate New York, who holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in dance and Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics from the University at Buffalo. She has professional credits onboard Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, on national and international tours with Disney Live! and Feld Entertainment, as an aerial captain at Cedar Point Amusement Park, and with The Backstreet Boys and DJ Pauly D, which all led her to On the Fly Productions. After working with On the FLY as a Royal Caribbean performer, Brittany joined OTF as a dancer-aerialist and assistant to perform for the Kingdom of Bahrain and Chick-Fil-A. She then had the incredible opportunity to join On the Fly for truTV's Fake Off Season 2.
Brittany is a performer, choreographer, and instructor, originally from Upstate New York, who holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in dance and Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics from the University at Buffalo. She has professional credits onboard Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, on national and international tours with Disney Live! and Feld Entertainment, as an aerial captain at Cedar Point Amusement Park, and with The Backstreet Boys and DJ Pauly D, which all led her to On the Fly Productions. After working with On the FLY as a Royal Caribbean performer, Brittany joined OTF as a dancer-aerialist and assistant to perform for the Kingdom of Bahrain and Chick-Fil-A. She then had the incredible opportunity to join On the Fly for truTV's Fake Off Season 2.
Phillip Wainwright, FLYing Choreographer
Phillip "Fury"' Wainwright's journey with On the FLY began in 2012 as part of the initial professional development cast of BEAUTIFUL and as one of the OG Mothmen as seen on America's Got Talent! He also performed with OTF on the 2nd Season of Fake Off and Little Big Shots as well as numerous other projects, Phillip brings a wealth of experience to the company as a harness artist, dancer,, choreographer, and stunt performer. His client list including Fortnite, Netflix, Justin Bieber, America's Got Talent, and more. "Fury' has designed Immersive Experiences and Choreography for over 15 years. He loves breathing life into characters as he has done for Spiderman, Miles Morales, Black Panther, Avatar Aang, Mike Tyson, and more." It is a true joy delivering award-winning metaverse concerts and game-changing performances to all who enjoy entertainment."
Phillip "Fury"' Wainwright's journey with On the FLY began in 2012 as part of the initial professional development cast of BEAUTIFUL and as one of the OG Mothmen as seen on America's Got Talent! He also performed with OTF on the 2nd Season of Fake Off and Little Big Shots as well as numerous other projects, Phillip brings a wealth of experience to the company as a harness artist, dancer,, choreographer, and stunt performer. His client list including Fortnite, Netflix, Justin Bieber, America's Got Talent, and more. "Fury' has designed Immersive Experiences and Choreography for over 15 years. He loves breathing life into characters as he has done for Spiderman, Miles Morales, Black Panther, Avatar Aang, Mike Tyson, and more." It is a true joy delivering award-winning metaverse concerts and game-changing performances to all who enjoy entertainment."
Russell Woo, Aerial Trainer
Russell is an aerialist, dancer, and musician. Originally hailing from Texas, he studied at the Royal Academy in England, where he was also able to perform on such stages as the Apollo Victoria, Wembley Arena, and the Royal Albert Hall. Moving back to the US in 2014 to pursue additional artistic projects, Russell has spent the last several years performing and coaching both as an acrobat (flying trapeze and trampoline wall) and as an aerialist (fabric, rope, duo trapeze). Russell is also the creator of Piano in the Sky, an one-of-a-kind apparatus that blends music and movement on an aerial piano. In his spare time, Russell also works on projects supporting corporate digital strategy and international development.
Russell is an aerialist, dancer, and musician. Originally hailing from Texas, he studied at the Royal Academy in England, where he was also able to perform on such stages as the Apollo Victoria, Wembley Arena, and the Royal Albert Hall. Moving back to the US in 2014 to pursue additional artistic projects, Russell has spent the last several years performing and coaching both as an acrobat (flying trapeze and trampoline wall) and as an aerialist (fabric, rope, duo trapeze). Russell is also the creator of Piano in the Sky, an one-of-a-kind apparatus that blends music and movement on an aerial piano. In his spare time, Russell also works on projects supporting corporate digital strategy and international development.
Abbie Roonie, Aerial Trainer
Abbie is a movement artist and teacher from Kansas City, MO relocated to St Louis,MO. From competitive gymnastics, to University of Colorado School of Engineering, to an international circus career, Abbie is an accomplished aerialist, acrobat, and fire/prop manipulator. Upon discovering her potential, she attended Frequent Flyers Productions (aerial dance) Professional Training, in which she left with solo creations on static trapeze, dance trapeze, and sling. Her professional work is comprised of international big-top contracts, private and corporate events, full scale theatrical productions, festival sets, and even character work. Just a few of the companies she has collaborated performances with include Meow Wolf, Cavalia Odysseo, Kansas City Aerial Arts, United Airlines, Quixotic Fusion, MoonDrop Circus, Fractal Tribe, Iluminar Aerial, Borillo Entertainment, Lumina Entertainment and more. Abbie’s development as a contemporary circus artist has led her all over the world in search of the most wonderful shows and training. Abbie often refers to herself as a ‘super generalist’, because of her high skill level on all aerial apparatuses as well as her ability to execute various styles of dance, acrobatics, and other ground skills.
Abbie is a movement artist and teacher from Kansas City, MO relocated to St Louis,MO. From competitive gymnastics, to University of Colorado School of Engineering, to an international circus career, Abbie is an accomplished aerialist, acrobat, and fire/prop manipulator. Upon discovering her potential, she attended Frequent Flyers Productions (aerial dance) Professional Training, in which she left with solo creations on static trapeze, dance trapeze, and sling. Her professional work is comprised of international big-top contracts, private and corporate events, full scale theatrical productions, festival sets, and even character work. Just a few of the companies she has collaborated performances with include Meow Wolf, Cavalia Odysseo, Kansas City Aerial Arts, United Airlines, Quixotic Fusion, MoonDrop Circus, Fractal Tribe, Iluminar Aerial, Borillo Entertainment, Lumina Entertainment and more. Abbie’s development as a contemporary circus artist has led her all over the world in search of the most wonderful shows and training. Abbie often refers to herself as a ‘super generalist’, because of her high skill level on all aerial apparatuses as well as her ability to execute various styles of dance, acrobatics, and other ground skills.
Brian John Erdmann, Aerial Trainer
B.J. Erdmann began his career in the theatrical arts. After earning his B.F.A in Acting with a Minor in Dance from SUNY Fredonia in New York, he went on to train with the world-renowned Victor Fomine in Montreal, Quebec. There, he was able to harness his love for physical performance through the discipline of Aerial Straps. Now with almost two decades of professional experience, B.J. has worked for a wide variety of companies such as Zero Gravity Circus, Cirque Le Masque, Quixotic, Cirque Mechanics and Cherry Boom Boom to name a few. In addition to appearing on the "Tonight Show" with Jay Leno, he was also selected to perform for Coca-Cola as part of the 2010 Winter Olympic Torch Relay. One of his more notable credits was his three year run as a featured performer with the original cast of Cavalia's Odysseo. B.J. is currently on hiatus from Cirque du Soleil's Beatles Love in Vegas.
B.J. Erdmann began his career in the theatrical arts. After earning his B.F.A in Acting with a Minor in Dance from SUNY Fredonia in New York, he went on to train with the world-renowned Victor Fomine in Montreal, Quebec. There, he was able to harness his love for physical performance through the discipline of Aerial Straps. Now with almost two decades of professional experience, B.J. has worked for a wide variety of companies such as Zero Gravity Circus, Cirque Le Masque, Quixotic, Cirque Mechanics and Cherry Boom Boom to name a few. In addition to appearing on the "Tonight Show" with Jay Leno, he was also selected to perform for Coca-Cola as part of the 2010 Winter Olympic Torch Relay. One of his more notable credits was his three year run as a featured performer with the original cast of Cavalia's Odysseo. B.J. is currently on hiatus from Cirque du Soleil's Beatles Love in Vegas.
Nikki Rush, Aerial Trainer
Originally from upstate New York, Nikki both trained and taught at her hometown dance studio for nearly fifteen years. After deciding that she wanted to pursue dance as a career she attended Point Park University and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance.
Out of college Nikki landed her first job with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines where she first started training with On the Fly Productions as an aerialist. Now residing in Nashville, TN Nikki can be found not only performing all over the city but around the country as well. Some of Nikki’s favorite accomplishments since starting her professional career been performing with Cirque Dreams at the Grande Ol Opry, opening for Lady Antebellum, performing for several country music stars such as George Strait, Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town and most recently, Nikki has been a part of Francis Ford Coppola’s newest movie called Megalopolis (2024).
Originally from upstate New York, Nikki both trained and taught at her hometown dance studio for nearly fifteen years. After deciding that she wanted to pursue dance as a career she attended Point Park University and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance.
Out of college Nikki landed her first job with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines where she first started training with On the Fly Productions as an aerialist. Now residing in Nashville, TN Nikki can be found not only performing all over the city but around the country as well. Some of Nikki’s favorite accomplishments since starting her professional career been performing with Cirque Dreams at the Grande Ol Opry, opening for Lady Antebellum, performing for several country music stars such as George Strait, Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town and most recently, Nikki has been a part of Francis Ford Coppola’s newest movie called Megalopolis (2024).
Valerie Michelle, Aerial Trainer
Valerie has been practicing aerial arts for over seven years. She began performing after three years once she built a foundation of solid technique. Her achievements in the aerial world include being invited to perform as a finalist for the 2015 US Aerial Championships, traveling across North America with the Life in Color music festival, flying above water and beluga whales in “Azul”, performing over two stories in the air for the Singing Trees Christmas Spectacular, and much more. She has been teaching all levels for many years across Orlando and offers instruction focused on technique and safety. She is happy to bring her expertise to St. Louis for On the Fly Productions. Her performance demo can be located here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcRM6O4WkvE
Valerie has been practicing aerial arts for over seven years. She began performing after three years once she built a foundation of solid technique. Her achievements in the aerial world include being invited to perform as a finalist for the 2015 US Aerial Championships, traveling across North America with the Life in Color music festival, flying above water and beluga whales in “Azul”, performing over two stories in the air for the Singing Trees Christmas Spectacular, and much more. She has been teaching all levels for many years across Orlando and offers instruction focused on technique and safety. She is happy to bring her expertise to St. Louis for On the Fly Productions. Her performance demo can be located here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcRM6O4WkvE
Terri Kendall, Aerial Trainer
In the middle of her 25 year career as a school psychologist in Louisville, Kentucky, Terri became impassioned with aerial arts in 2010. This passion quickly went from a fun hobby and way to train to a business of performing professionally and teaching classes and workshops. In 2017 she received her Aerial Teacher Certification through New England Center for Circus Arts (NECCA). She has done aerial performances with several troupes and circuses over the years in a variety of venues ranging from festivals, clubs, schools, churches, and theaters. Terri also has a performance company that books talent for events. She is the head circus instructor of Turners Circus in Louisville. After retiring from an administrative position two years ago where she developed a mental health program and supervised over 100 mental health counselors in a large urban school district, Terri began focusing more on her aerial career of performing, teaching, and booking talent. She is excited to continue her aerial journey as an aerial trainer with On The Fly.
In the middle of her 25 year career as a school psychologist in Louisville, Kentucky, Terri became impassioned with aerial arts in 2010. This passion quickly went from a fun hobby and way to train to a business of performing professionally and teaching classes and workshops. In 2017 she received her Aerial Teacher Certification through New England Center for Circus Arts (NECCA). She has done aerial performances with several troupes and circuses over the years in a variety of venues ranging from festivals, clubs, schools, churches, and theaters. Terri also has a performance company that books talent for events. She is the head circus instructor of Turners Circus in Louisville. After retiring from an administrative position two years ago where she developed a mental health program and supervised over 100 mental health counselors in a large urban school district, Terri began focusing more on her aerial career of performing, teaching, and booking talent. She is excited to continue her aerial journey as an aerial trainer with On The Fly.
Andrea Brown, FLYing Choreographer
Hometown girl Andrea Brown, has a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and Psychology from Lindenwood University in spring of 2019. Her dance background spans 22 years, priming her to participate in dance team both during high school and college. Shortly after earning her degree, Andrea was offered a performing contract on the Carnival Legend with Carnival Cruise Line with hopes of completing more in the future. Andrea began working with On The Fly in November of 2020 workshopping a new show and was offered a position as an instructor shortly after. Since discovering OTF, she has started investing time aerials as a craft and is excited to continue that journey and hopes to continue training/teaching for as long as her body allows.
Hometown girl Andrea Brown, has a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and Psychology from Lindenwood University in spring of 2019. Her dance background spans 22 years, priming her to participate in dance team both during high school and college. Shortly after earning her degree, Andrea was offered a performing contract on the Carnival Legend with Carnival Cruise Line with hopes of completing more in the future. Andrea began working with On The Fly in November of 2020 workshopping a new show and was offered a position as an instructor shortly after. Since discovering OTF, she has started investing time aerials as a craft and is excited to continue that journey and hopes to continue training/teaching for as long as her body allows.
SUPPORT Crew
Seth Kleinberg
Seth, originally from Los Angeles, moved to St. Louis to peruse a BS in Mechanical Engineering and minor in Drama from Washington University in St. Louis. From a very young age, Seth knew he was destined for a career in the entertainment industry leading to his now 10 years of lighting design and scenic carpentry experience. Joining On The Fly in Spring 2024, Seth is excited to continue his drafting work and help with the expansion of the company’s automated flying capabilities. Past credits include electrics work on the pre-Broadway tryout of Karate Kid the Musical, lighting designs for STAGES St. Louis, St. Louis Ballet, and over 20 main stage productions at WashU.
Seth, originally from Los Angeles, moved to St. Louis to peruse a BS in Mechanical Engineering and minor in Drama from Washington University in St. Louis. From a very young age, Seth knew he was destined for a career in the entertainment industry leading to his now 10 years of lighting design and scenic carpentry experience. Joining On The Fly in Spring 2024, Seth is excited to continue his drafting work and help with the expansion of the company’s automated flying capabilities. Past credits include electrics work on the pre-Broadway tryout of Karate Kid the Musical, lighting designs for STAGES St. Louis, St. Louis Ballet, and over 20 main stage productions at WashU.
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