Aloft
Circus Entertainment in Chicago, IL

Aloft is an internationally-renowned collective of aerial artists dedicated to providing awe-inspiring and memorable experiences. Founded by Shayna Swanson in 2005, Aloft makes innovative use of traditional aerial circus equipment such as trapeze, rope and fabric to showcase a variety of unique skills and talents. Every performer in the company is a highly trained, visionary professional who will leave any spectator breathless.

In addition to self produced shows that have been received with critical acclaim and glowing reviews, Aloft creates stunning custom entertainment that challenges, awes and excites all who view it. From aerial performances to strolling entertainment, Aloft can create and produce a personalized program based on your specific parameters and budget for a complete
entertainment solution.

Aloft has provided entertainment for a variety of clients, including Steve Wynn, Seneca Niagara Casino, Crobar, Absolute Vodka, Coors, Maxim Magazine and many more. Performers have worked with Pegasus Variete, Krystallpallast, Cirque de la Mer, New Vision Cirque, The Midnight Circus, Circus Smirkus, Chicago Lyric Opera, as well as participating in dance and
circus festivals around the world. As leaders in the field both locally and internationally, Aloft has trained members of the Aerial Angels, Ameba, Thodos Dance Chicago, Bindlestiff Family Circus, Cycropia Aerial Dance, The Cabriri, Circo Rose, and independent performers from all over the country.


All Aloft performers are insured. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, adaptability and friendliness, as well as our technical proficiency and creativity. We look forward to creating and working with you in the future!


"The creative contribution, professionalism and energy that the Aloft team delivered over long rehearsals and non-stop performances was nothing short of amazing! Shayna listened to and adopted our vision, creating stunning choreography. The complexity of Imagine Christmas required flexibility from the entire cast and crew. Aloft solved problems before I even knew there was an issue. The troupe was double and triple cast, everyone preformed at their peak with great attention to safety. It is an absolute joy to work with the Aloft team." -Julie Chappel--Willow Creek's Imagine Christmas Director

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