Jessica Jay

Aerial Artist

Jessica is an award winning & internationally recognized aerial artist. She works both nationally and internationally as an artist, coach and Aerial Teacher Trainer with the renowned aerial theatre company Paper Doll Militia. Her boundless knowledge of movement exudes beauty with effortless precision and a distinct style that audiences describe as timeless, passionate and impeccable. A lifelong athlete, she began her study of aerial acrobatics in 2010 studying under some of the most prestigious movement artists from around the globe. Since, she has become an innovative and deliberate composer.

Jessica specializes in vertical aerial apparatus, intricate choreography and has a highly effective coaching style. She believes in efficiency of movement with a purposeful aesthetic. She has had the privilege of traveling the world teaching her skills and movement style to aerialists across the globe. 

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From elegant lines to deeply moving narratives, Jessica’s movement quality and storytelling abilities are versatile. Her choreography exudes breath, and ignites a powerful feeling that evokes enchantment within an audience. As a freelance artist working for a myriad of companies and events worldwide, her knowledge and precision continue to grow with time.

Jessica has had the pleasure of working with visionary companies and artists such as Paper Doll Militia, Circus Smirkus, P!nk, Snoop Dogg, Kentucky Conservatory Theatre, and more. As the founder of Sora Aerial Arts and artistic director of Sora Contemporary Circus, she has created a multitude of sold out aerial productions and events. Creating meaningful choreography and sharing her love for the art form are her true passions, and she believes that authenticity is the greatest gift she can give as an artist.

Thinking outside the box with a disciplined eye, Jessica delves deeply into whatever she does or creates. With dynamic power and seamless fluidity she works to cultivate precious jewels out of ordinary stones.

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