FRANCIS PERREAULT CIRCUS ARTIST: Circus Artist: Francis Perreault / Cyr Wheel

At a very early age, Francis was introduced to the world of circus arts by his parents as he began training in other sports. Throughout his training in karate and gymnastics, his abilities to learn and to integrate new acrobatic elements were quickly noticed. Along with sport competitions, Francis was developing his artistic side by drawing and painting, which allowed him to freely express his creativity.

In 2008, Francis was accepted to the National Circus School of Montréal. He spent the next 5 years training, exploring and perfecting diverse circus techniques, primarily Cyr wheel, aerial silks and duo Cyr wheel. Supported by a strong preparation in fields such as theatre, acrobatics and dance, he worked intensively to create an innovative Cyr wheel act, which integrated an aerial feature. In 2013, Francis proudly received his diploma of studies and achievements from ENC.  During his last years of study, Francis was enrolled to work with a group called Cirqiniq as an social circus instructor in Nunavik. He frequently worked with them while doing his first steps in the performance world. Less than 6 months after completing school, he was hired to perform in Europe, Asia, Middle-East, North America and South America.

Near the end of 2013, his accomplishments led to an invitation to the Moscow International Festival of Circus Arts ''Idol’’. His originality and innovation with the wheel were recognized by the jury of medias, and he was awarded the silver prize. Not long after, in recognition at The 1st China International Circus Festival, he won the bronze trophy as well. He has presented his act in many other circuses and is now continuing to pursue and expand his career.

The main act that Francis created: