I Think It Could Work
Upside-down or right side up? On purpose or by accident? How do you like your eggs? From the mischievous minds of Full Out Formula comes I Think It Could Work, a daring and playful leap into the unexpected. With bright colours, dazzling acrobatics and unflinching trust, this Chicago-based contemporary circus collective invites you into a speculative world where your choices decide their destiny. It's circus like you've never seen before: live, improvised and unforgettable.
Meet Full Out Formula
Full Out Formula is a contemporary circus collective that makes people believe in the possibilities of their own world. It's a sneaky but feral rebellion. Sticks, eggs, the floor, and our bodies are portals to endless discovery. Liam likes to throw their hardest tricks with the lights out. Kevin has spent thousands of hours playing with sticks, and Sierra has spent weeks upside down. We’re not here to show you what we can do that you can’t. We’re here to ask you “what can we do together?” Our goal is to give play and light to those feeling heavy, and to show that American circus has something important to say.
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Sierra Rhoades Nicholls (she/her) is a circus artist specializing in partner acrobatics and handstands. Sierra grew up doing gymnastics and went on to study circus professionally at Maine Circus Academy and Circadium School of Contemporary Circus. Sierra is passionate about both the technical and artistic aspects of her craft and has worked with companies such as Circus Evo, Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, Le Nouveau Sud and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. In 2018, Sierra founded CSAW - a non-profit dedicated to making resources and financial aid accessible for the circus community.
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Liam Bradley (they/them) is a 25-year-old non-binary circus artist from Chicago. They specialize in partner acrobatics, tumbling, and movement, with a love for storytelling and stagecraft. After graduating from Circadium in 2021, Liam co-founded "Company To X For", a contemporary circus company based in Chicago. Liam's work often incorporates elements of dance, theater, performance art, and clown.
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Kevin Flanagan (he/him) is a circus artist and musician from Bronxville, NY. He began his artistic journey as a classical guitarist, studying at Ithaca College before discovering his passion for circus arts. After graduating from Circadium in 2021, Kevin has performed with various companies including UpSwing Aerial on Broadway, Le Nouveau Sud, Circus Evo, and Midnight Circus. He specializes in unicycle, partner acrobatics, and juggling.