Who we are
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On the FLY Productions LLC is a full service entertainment company specializing in aerial and flying effects. Owners of On the FLY, Jason & Jennifer, met when Jennifer was producing a production of Wizard of Oz, and Jason was her designated Fly Guy. 13 flying effects later (7 more than originally planned), a dynamic partnership was born. Together they have created numerous original shows and acts including the most recent, Mothmen Dance - as seen on America’s Got Talent Season 9, and as On the FLY on TruTV's Fake OFF Season 2.
Visit us online at: www.ontheflypros.com Check out our videos on YouTube. |
Meet the Owners
Jason Whicker
Co-Owner/President Aerial Choreographer 941.626.2001 jason@ontheflypros.com 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/Vice President Producer/Director 941.626.0688 jennifer@ontheflypros.com 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 as the original flying show, BEAUTIFUL: A Cirque-Tale, CAVALLO! – a ambitious highflying equestrian spectacle arena production that weaves together artistry, magic, and special effects, and Enchanted Evening: A Cirque Love Story premiering in the Chicago area in September. |
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!
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!
Rebecca Morgan, Lead Sales/Flight Ace
Rebecca brings over 25 years of technical theatre and research experience to the table. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she has worked with Rita Moreno, Julie Harris, Della Reese, Danny Elfman, Les Ballets Trockadero De Monte Carlo, The Glory of Christmas at the Crystal Cathedral, and Anaheim Stadium’s 4th of July Spectacular. With Fullerton Civic Light Opera she worked on productions such as Jesus Christ Superstar, A Chorus Line, My Fair Lady, George M!, The Music Man and The Student Prince. While at MCA/Universal Pictures/Television she worked on productions such as Law and Order, Murder She Wrote, Quantum Leap, Major Dad, Coach, Northern Exposure and Back To The Future Parts 2 and 3. A detective at heart, Rebecca is excited to bring her research and organization skills to the On The Fly family!
Rebecca brings over 25 years of technical theatre and research experience to the table. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she has worked with Rita Moreno, Julie Harris, Della Reese, Danny Elfman, Les Ballets Trockadero De Monte Carlo, The Glory of Christmas at the Crystal Cathedral, and Anaheim Stadium’s 4th of July Spectacular. With Fullerton Civic Light Opera she worked on productions such as Jesus Christ Superstar, A Chorus Line, My Fair Lady, George M!, The Music Man and The Student Prince. While at MCA/Universal Pictures/Television she worked on productions such as Law and Order, Murder She Wrote, Quantum Leap, Major Dad, Coach, Northern Exposure and Back To The Future Parts 2 and 3. A detective at heart, Rebecca is excited to bring her research and organization skills to the On The Fly family!
Melanie Braxton, Lead 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.
Brittany Sprung, Aerial Trainer
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. 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.
Colleen McIntee, Instructor
Colleen is an aerial coach and performer hailing from Michigan. She has performed and taught aerial arts and acrobatics across the country and internationally over the past ten years with: Cirque du K, the Kalamazoo College PE Department, Aerial Angels, Starfish Circus, Circus in the ‘Zoo, the Detroit Flyhouse, Sailor Circus Academy, Cirque Astuces, Cirque à la Carte, and Circus Harmony. She is an active member and presenter for the American Circus Educators and AYCO, and has participated in Social Circus Training through Cirque du Soleil and Cirque du Monde. She is also a certified physical educator and 200 RYT yoga teacher specializing in therapeutic yoga for spine health. Colleen holds degrees in French and Economics from Kalamazoo College and an MA in Education with teaching certifications from the University of Michigan, as well as aerial teacher training from NECCA. When not flying through the air and inspiring others to do the same, she can be found teaching high school French, training her shy pet rabbit, and slowly learning the ukulele! 
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Colleen Marie Patton, Instructor/ Aerial Trainer
After graduating from the University of Missouri-Columbia with her teaching degree, Colleen Marie (Coco) taught for 6 years at various schools and then decided to quit her “day job” and follow her passion-dance! With over 30 years of experience in multiple styles of dance it was a natural decision for her. Little did she know it would bring her to the aerial world where she would discover an even stronger passion-the challenge of dancing in the air! With the level of difficulty of her new-found love Colleen Marie sought out top-rated instruction in St. Louis, Chicago, Texas, Vermont and even as far as the Dominican Republic. She obtained her coaching certification from the New England Center for Circus Arts and frequents workshops there to continue her education. Career highlights include placing first in the Aerialympics 2018 in the advanced lyra division and performing both silks and lyra with the Pink Floyd tribute band, El Monstero, for 3 consecutive years. Colleen Marie currently teaches aerial arts to students of all ages and abilities and performs for audiences as a soloist, part of artistic duos and ensembles. 
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Krista Hines, Instructor
Krista is a multi-talented circus prop performer who you may find entertaining a wide variety of audiences and events around St Louis. She has been performing professionally for 8 years and specializes in hoop, fire, and aerial dance. Krista began her aerial training in college as part of Webster University Dance program and has since studied under many local and nationally renowned aerialists. She enjoys doing yoga, being outdoors, and all expressions of creativity. She is a formally trained artist and dancer as well as a mother to twin 3 yr old girls whom have already begun their own aerial journey. Her primary focus in teaching is safety and poise. Krista is happy to share her joy of performing through the development of others knowledge and confidence in their own bag of tricks. 
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We are rolling out a new growth initiative and making some BIG things happen! Want to join us on our amazing adventures and mission to provide high-flying entertainment to the world? Here's your chance!
On the FLY Productions is searching the globe for top-notch FLIGHT ACES to join our Biz Development Team!! Apply today!
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