"Flying Children and Peace Pyramids: The Circus Harmony Story"

In this episode of St. Louis in Tune, hosts Arnold Stricker and Mark Langston delve into the inspiring work of Circus Harmony and its 'Peace Through Pyramids' initiative. The episode, featuring Jessica Hentoff, Executive Artistic Director and Founder of Circus Harmony, explores how circus arts are uniting youth from diverse backgrounds to promote trust and social change. From partnerships in Israel, Puerto Rico, and Germany, to local community impact and upcoming performances, this episode highlights the transformative power of circus arts. Tune in to discover heartwarming stories, historical insights, and the exciting upcoming events from Circus Harmony.[00:00] Introduction to St. Louis in Tune[01:05] Meet Jessica Hentkoff of Circus Harmony[03:29] The Concept of Peace Through Pyramids[05:05] Circus Harmony's Global Partnerships[15:48] Circus Harmony's Impact and Achievements[19:15] Upcoming Events and Collaborations[25:29] Support and Acknowledgements[32:32] Connecting People[32:56] Circus Science in Schools[33:29] Mechanical Engineering Meets Circus[33:52] Fundraising for the Circus[34:47] Legendary Circus Performers Trivia[37:57] The Art of Human Cannonball[43:44] Hair Hanging and Other Circus Feats[47:29] Upcoming Circus Events and ClassesSISTER CITY CIRCUS CHILDREN TO SOAR IN ST. LOUISWHO: Circus Harmony and Circus Circuli’s Sister City CircusWHAT: A Peace Through Pyramids Partnership between youth circuses from St. Louis and StuttgartWHEN: July 26 - August 9, 2024WHERE: City Museum and TBD“Architecture & Acrobats” screening at the 24th Annual St. Louis Filmmakers ShowcaseWHEN: July 26, 2024 7:30 pmWHERE: Hi-Pointe Theatre, 1005 McCausland Ave., St. Louis, MO, 631117[49:21] Humorous Anecdotes and Closing RemarksSign up for classes - Circus HarmonyEvents - Circus HarmonySister City Circus: Celebration of the 60th Anniversary of St Louis & Stuttgart Being Sister CitiesStartseite - Circus CirculiHome - Circus HarmonyThis is Season 7! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com#circus #stlouiscircus #circuscirculi #circusarts #humancannonball #circustrivia #peacethroughpyramids