AMBER BLAIS

Starry Night Producing Director

Amber Blais is Founder and Producing Director of Starry Night Productions (formerly Rainbow Militia Circus), and has over 15 years of PR, marketing, donor relations, theater, event planning and production experience. Her most recent role was working in collaboration with ownership to build the entertainment program from the ground up for the iconic Casa Bonita Denver.

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FRONZO GILKEY, II

Starry Night Education Director

Born and raised in Colorado, Fronzo Gilkey II was introduced to the arts at a young age. He is inspired by exploration in various mediums to which he can contribute and has dipped his toes into writing, devising, teaching, production, & performance. He also serves as the Director of Operations for his company “Dyfferent Media”, which looks to create art that is grounded in belonging & leaves the viewer feeling a greater sense of connection with others, as well as themselves.

ROLES

• Lucas/Death - Hypnagogia - October, 2026

• Aerialist - The Garden Between - 2026

• Puppet Cohort Masterclass - Storytelling and Education - 2026

• Mayor - Death’s Holiday at the CCI Summit - June, 2026

• Starlight Theatre Manager - 2026

• Aerialist - In the Wings presentsThe Hidden Soiree - 2026

• North Pole Elf - Moonlight Elves - December, 2025

• Host/Aerialist - Supernova Oddities - 2025

• Frankie - The Moonlight Revue - 2025

• Pip - The Swashbuckling Adventures of Captain Zeb - 2025-2026

• Speaker/Aerialist - Creative Mornings Revival in Motion - 2025

• Miller Moth - Glowing - 2024

• Celestial Chaos - 2021

• Death’s Holiday - October, 2020

CASSIDY BACON

Performer + Musician + Executive Producer

Cassidy Bacon is a Denver-based singer-songwriter, composer, vocalist, keyboardist, and multidisciplinary performing artist. Born in Fort Collins and trained in classical voice at the University of Northern Colorado, she is best known as the founder and creative force behind The Whimsy of Things. Drawing inspiration from artists such as Joni Mitchell, Regina Spektor, and Hiatus Kaiyote, Cassidy creates music shaped by ethereal harmonies, playful arrangements, candid lyricism, and an abiding curiosity about the stranger corners of human experience.

ROLES

• Lilith - Hypnagogia - October 9-11, 2026

• Jazz Trio Musician - Moonlight Revue - 2025

• Goblin King - Masque of the Goblin King - 2024

• Lead Singer - Return to Wonderland - 2023

BUBA BASISVILI

Performer | Clowning + Movement

A theatre maker and performer from the Republic of Georgia living in the United States, Buba has worked in theatre, film, and as director and teacher in his hometown of Tbilisi and all across the globe.  In his toolbox are many practical skills: original theatre creation, character, mime, mask, clown, dance, directing, choreography, vaudeville, cabaret, melodrama, tragedy, Commedia dell'Arte, bouffon.  He loves the silly and serious combined.   

ROLES

• Dad + Militant Man - Hypnagogia - October 9-11, 2026

• Performer - Moonlight Revue - 2025

• South Pole Elf - Moonlight Elves - 2025

• Moth - GloWing -2024

MADELYN BLANCHARD

Performer | Contemporary Dance

Madelyn started her ballet training at Northwest Florida Ballet Academie in 2012, where she received classical ballet, contemporary, and modern dance training for seven years. She performed in productions including Cinderella, Giselle, and The Nutcracker. In 2019, Madelyn began training with Colorado Conservatory of Dance, where she performed in ballet and modern productions. In 2021, Madelyn returned back to Northwest Florida Ballet as a corps de ballet member to continue her dance training and was able to perform her first soloist role as Wendy in Katia Garza’s Peter Pan. She then danced with Joseph Gatti’s United Ballet Theater in Orlando during the 23/24 season as a trainee. Madelyn joined Canyon Concert Ballet as a CCB2 dancer for the 24/25 season, and a Trainee for the 25/26 season. She is excited to be a company dancer with Soda Shop Movement Company for the 26/27 season. 

ROLES

• Spider - Hypnagogia - October 9-11, 2026

COLLEEN CROWLEY

Performer | Aerialist

Colleen is a Colorado based aerialist, acrobat, and flow artist who has been training and performing for over a decade. Performing both in the air and on the ground, she specializes in rope, trapeze, partner acrobatics, and fire performance. Through her work, Colleen explores the intersection of emotion, narrative, and movement. She uses art to tell stories that resonate beyond the stage.

ROLES

• Owl + Aerialist - Hypnagogia - October 9-11, 2026

• Performer + Aerialist - Moonlight Revue - 2025

• Fae Aerialist - Moonlight Elves - 2025

MICHELLE CHRISTIANCE

Photographer, Stage Manager

Michelle is a Denver-based visual storyteller, photographer, and creative collaborator with a passion for connecting people through art. A graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology, her work has taken her around the world documenting artists, musicians, and communities through intimate and authentic storytelling. Whether behind the camera or behind the scenes, Michelle brings a calm presence, keen attention to detail, and a deep commitment to supporting creative teams. As a stage manager, she combines organization, communication, and adaptability to help bring ambitious artistic visions to life.

ROLES

• Stage Manager - Death’s Holiday - 2026 CCI Summit Activation - June 2026

ANTHONY CUMMINGS

Performer

Anthony Cummings is a versatile circus artist and accomplished technical director whose work seamlessly bridges performance excellence and production innovation. As Co-Owner of Circus Foundry, Anthony plays a key role in shaping the company’s technical vision, ensuring each production is executed with precision, creativity, and world-class quality.

Anthony’s performance career includes international experience with Cirque du Soleil, where he was featured in a solo specialty act, as well as a contract with Royal Caribbean as an acrobat. His dynamic stage presence and adaptability have made him a standout across a wide range of performance environments.

He is currently a cliff diver at Denver’s iconic Casa Bonita, combining athleticism and showmanship in one of the venue’s most thrilling attractions, while also serving as Technical Director for Circus Foundry.

ROLES

• Nab - Death’s Holiday - 2026 CCI Summit Activation - June 2026

• The Sun - Rainbow Militla’s Celestial Chaos - 2021

• Rainbow Militia’s Zabiti - August 2019

KEEGAN DUNN

Stage Ninja + Puller

Keegan is a Denver-based circus artist and company member with Starry Night and In the Wings. Trained at In the Wings and Aerial Cirque Over Denver, Keegan enjoys exploring movement both on the ground and in the air, with a particular love for aerial sling and Cyr wheel. A curiosity for new skills and an appreciation for fellow artists’ passions shape his approach to creative collaboration.

ROLES

• Stage Ninja + Puller - Hypnagogia - October 9-11, 2026

CHARLES EWING

Performer

Charles is a Denver based creative and performer with a love of immersive theater, dungeons and dragons, and spicy food. They work with community focused arts projects such as The Wit and Unleashed Theater both of which you should find on social media. You won't find Charles on social media however because they lack self control and are happier without a scrolling dopamine drip. Charles would like to thank their partner Adeline for cuddles and sharing their love of ritual.

ROLES

• Florian - Death’s Holiday - 2026 CCI Summit Activation

KRISTIN HONIOTES

Performer + Executive Producer

Kristin Honiotes is a producer, performer, and community builder whose passion for storytelling extends both onstage and behind the scenes. As the Managing Director of The Wit Theatre Company, she has helped create opportunities for artists, audiences, and collaborators to connect through memorable theatrical experiences. Known for her enthusiasm, creativity, and ability to bring people together, Kristin thrives on supporting bold ideas and fostering artistic communities where imagination can flourish.

ROLES

• Lilith - Death’s Holiday - 2026 CCI Summit Activation - June 2026

BRANDON JENNISON

World Builder

Brandon is a designer, fabricator, and creative problem solver whose work spans scenic construction, digital design, visual arts, and immersive environments. With a knack for learning new skills and a passion for making the impossible feel possible, he enjoys transforming imaginative ideas into memorable experiences. His work combines craftsmanship, technical expertise, and a deep love of creating worlds that invite people to explore and play.

ROLES

• World Builder- Death’s Holiday - 2026 CCI Summit Activation - June 2026

• World Builder - Hypnagogia - October, 2026

BETHEL LINDSLEY

Performer

Bethel is a professional circus artist with over 13 years of international performance experience, known for her versatility, athleticism, and ensemble-driven artistry. A true generalist, she performs at a high level across aerial, acrobatics, dance, and prop manipulation. Her career includes multiple contracts with Royal Caribbean, international performances with Dragone Entertainment and Feld Entertainment, and touring with both Cirque du Soleil and Milord Entertainment.

Before entering the professional circus world, Bethel was a USAG Level 10 gymnast and trained martial arts at the Shaolin Temple. She graduated cum laude from Colorado State University with a degree in Nutrition and Fitness, combining academic knowledge with athletic excellence. She also established a successful circus training studio and has been coaching for over 20 years, mentoring athletes and performers of all levels.

Bethel is the founder, owner, and Artistic Director of Circus Foundry, where she leads creative development, production, and training initiatives while cultivating high-level ensemble circus work. She also serves as the Dive Director at Casa Bonita, overseeing and directing a team of elite cliff divers. 

ROLES

• Hab - Death’s Holiday - 2026 CCI Summit Activation - June 2026

• Trixie Jinglestealth - Moonlight Elves - December 2025

• Supernova Oddities - September 2025

• A 1980’s Memory - Bureau of Memories - April 2022

• The Moon - Rainbow Militla’s Celestial Chaos - 2021

• Nepra - Rainbow Militia’s Zabiti - August 2019

MONA MAGNO

Marketing Coordinator

Mona is a multidisciplinary artist, educator, and entrepreneur born and raised in Denver, Colorado. At an early age, they founded FreeMusic4FreePeople, which built a strong legacy in Denver producing events and media. They have since rebranded their efforts under Worldview Media & Music, a company they are launching this year. A dedicated educator and community arts education advocate for nearly a decade, Mona has worked with organizations including Youth on Record and Swallow Hill Music, and is currently launching their own organization, LEAD Teaching Artist Alliance. They have produced events and theatrical experiences for several years, including work with Control Group Productions, and bring nearly a decade of film and media production experience to capturing the magical essence of performance. Learn more at www.monalicious.media 

ROLES

• Marketing - Hypnagogia - 2026

David McGovern

Performer | Contemporary Dance

Born in Colorado, David began his ballet training at the age of 19 at Boulder Ballet School. Shortly after, he joined Colorado Ballet Academy where he was invited to share the stage with the main company and performed a leading role in the Academy’s production of Copellia at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House.

He began his professional career at Wonderbound in Denver, performing numerous featured roles in the company’s world premiere productions exploring genres such as sci-fi, horror, and Shakespearean tragedy.

He is deeply grateful for all of the creative and collaborative opportunities dance has brought him and is eager to revel in it all. 

ROLES

• Spider - Hypnagogia - 2026

DYLAN NEVERGALL

Performer

Dylan is an Actor and Comedian from Denver, CO. He is a proud member of The Wit Theatre, and is currently directing his original puppet comedy, Timberfiend set to premiere in 2026.

ROLES

• Ash, Demon Investigator - Death’s Holiday - 2026 CCI Summit Activation

THOMPSON POWERS

Puppeteer

Thompson Powers is a Denver-based comedian, puppeteer, and jack-of-all trades who has created iconic shows and characters for local institutions Meow Wolf, Casa Bonita, Denver Zoo, and Rise Comedy. Thompson’s PreTend Friend Show, provided six seasons of original live productions to introduce kids of all ages to the art of storytelling, audience etiquette, and live theater.

DAVID RYNHART

Composer, Musician, Puppeteer

David Rynhart is a Denver-based musician, composer, and producer whose work spans theater, circus arts, dance, immersive experiences, and live performance. A multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, his musical journey has taken him from classical piano studies and traditional Irish music to touring throughout the United States and Europe. David has collaborated with numerous artists and organizations as a composer, arranger, and performer, creating original music that blends storytelling, atmosphere, and imagination. He is a longtime member of Chimney Choir and continues to compose and perform for theatrical and immersive productions throughout Colorado.

ROLES

• Puppeteer - Starlight Puppet Cohort - 2026

• Composer - Death’s Holiday - 2026 CCI Summit Activation

• Musician - Masque of the Goblin King - 2024

• Technical Director - Welcome Back to Wonderland - 2023

• Musician - The Bureau of Memories - 2022

• Musician - A Night of Love and Murder - 2022

• Technical Director - Celestial Chaos - 2021

• Composer - Beer Quest - 2021

• Composer - Gnome Away from Home - 2020

• Composer - Death’s UnDoing - 2020

• Musician/Composer - Rainbow Ruckus - 2020

• Composer + Musician as Owl - Zabiti - 2019

CADENCE SCHULTZ

Performer

Cadence starred in her first short film as a toddler and caught the performing bug. She enjoys acting for the camera and practicing martial arts. She has earned her red belt in Soo Bahk Do, leaving her just one more year until black belt. She has been studying acting and practicing aerial skills over the last year and is excited for her debut on the stage.

MORGAN SICKLICK

Choreographer

Morgan Sicklick is a Denver-based choreographer, dance educator, and performing artist with a BFA in Dance Performance from Butler University. An inaugural member of Kansas City Ballet’s Second Company, she later joined Wonderbound, where she originated more than 20 roles during an 11-year tenure. Her choreography has been presented by Wonderbound, Kansas City Ballet, independent artist collectives, and dance schools, as well as at the 2025 Regional Dance America Mid-States Festival. She was also selected for the 2025 National Choreographers Initiative. With more than 13 years of teaching experience, Morgan currently instructs students through Dance Kaleidoscope, Colorado Ballet Academy, and Colorado Movement Lab. Inspired by her study of modern Kabbalah, her choreography explores identity, human connection, community, and the practice of “holding opposites”—embracing the lightness, darkness, and grayness of being human.

VICKI SILVER

Performer

Vicki is originally from Chapel Hill, NC and relocated to Denver on a whim in 2016. She wandered into an aerial studio in 2014, and fell in love with the art, specifically Lyra. Over the last 9 years she has been learning, teaching and performing as much as possible in iconic venues around Denver including The Clocktower Cabaret, The Oriental Theater, Frequent Flyers and Red Rocks. When she’s not in the air, or reading tarot, you can find her snuggled with her husband and a cat, or chasing after her 1 year old.

ROLES

• Spider + Aerialist - Hypnagogia - October 2026