Voler –Thieves of Flight Aerial Performance Ensemble

Rigging Options and Technical Requirements

 

Rigging Option #1 – Rigging into an Existing Structure:

 

 Truss System
Beam or Vault System
      • Voler equipment used to secure aerial points­
      • Static: Ladders or lifts will be required for rigging
      • Dynamic: Rigging from the ground and lifted by system
      • Voler equipment will be used to secure aerial points
      • Ladders or lifts will be required for rigging
      • Eyebolt installation or beam clamps may be necessary

 

Rigging Option #2 – Loading-In Free-Standing Rigging (as contracted for use with Voler):

  • Installation by Voler Techs
  • Multiple apparatuses from one single point
  • 14’, 18’ or 22’ tall (25’ clearance required)
  • 25’x 25’ Floor Span Required

 

Rigging Requirements

Note: Points can be rigged by Voler Non-Union Riggers per contract or through Venue Union Rigger(s) for an additional fee. Load capability is based on dynamic movement, aerial apparatus weight and performer(s) weight.

 

Silk Rigging Point*

  • 10’–30’ high
  • 1000-1500lbs load
  • 10’ radius clearance
  • 1-2 aerialists
Diamond Rigging Point*

  • 10’-13’ high
  • 1000lbs load
  • 10’ radius clearance
  • 1 aerialist
 Strap Rigging Point*

  • 10’-15’ high
  • 1000-1500lbs load
  • 10’ radius clearance
  • 1-2 aerialists
Lyra (Hoop) Rigging Point*

  • 10’-13’ high
  • 1000-1500lbs. load
  • 10’ radius clearance
  • 1-2 aerialists
Silk Hammock Rigging Point*

  • 10’-18’ high
  • 1000-1500lbs load
  • 10’ radius clearance
  • 1-2 aerialists
Net Hammock Rigging Point*

  • 10’-18’ high
  • 1000-1500lbs load
  • 10’ radius clearance
  • 1-2 aerialists
Corde Lisse (Rope) Rigging Point

  • 18’-20’ high
  • 1000 lbs. load
  • 15’ radius clearance
  • 1 aerialist
Carousel Rigging Point

  • 12’-30’ high
  • 2000-4000lbs load
  • 15’ radius clearance
  • 2-6 aerialists

 * Aerial Rigging Points listed are static points however a flying/pulley point can be rigged for these apparatuses.

 

Voler Performance Requirements

  • Rehearsal in venue prior to performance
  • Dressing room area
  • Water in dressing room
  • Promotional materials on display, in gift bags and/or program mention
  • Two Voler Techs allowed into event with access to backstage with Voler performers
  • Copies of event photos or video (or Voler photographer/videographer allowed to document)

 

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