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Contortion (sometimes contortionism) is a performance art in which performers called contortionists showcase their skills of extreme physical flexibility. Contortion acts often accompany acrobatics, circus acts, street performers and other live performing arts. Contortion acts are typically performed in front of a live audience.
Jacinto was a member of the Cirque du Soleil as one of four 12 to 14-year-old girls working in a contortionist troupe. She said that to perform as a contortionist "You just lie down on your stomach, bring your legs over your head, lift up your chest and you smile."
McNulty is a self-taught contortionist. She began making YouTube videos in 2016 when she was 14 [4] after gaining a small following on Instagram. At the time, Instagram only allowed 15-second videos and McNulty needed more time to share flexibility tips. [5] [7] Her YouTube content focuses on flexibility and stretching. [4]
Sofie Clarice Dossi (born June 21, 2001) is an American contortionist, aerialist, YouTuber, dancer, singer, and internet personality.In 2016, she rose to fame on the eleventh season of America's Got Talent.
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"The Cutting Scene, Mandan O-kee-pa Ceremony" by George Catlin, circa 1832. Body suspension has historically been practiced by different cultures around the world. The Thaipusam festival, celebrated by the Tamil Hindu community on the full moon in the Tamil month of Thai (January/February), features body suspension. [3]
Olga Pikhienko (born February 11, 1980) is a circus performer who specializes in handbalancing and contortion.Pikhienko started in rhythmic gymnastics at the age of five. . When she was eleven, she started performing with her father, Sasha Pikhienko, [1] at the Nikulin Circus based in Mo
Daniel Browning Smith, also known as The Rubberboy (born May 8, 1979), is an American contortionist, actor, television host, comedian, sports entertainer, and a stuntman, who holds the title of the most flexible person in history, [citation needed] owning a total of seven Guinness World Records.