Salt Lake City, UT Performers

Here you'll find a mini bio of many of our artists along with some 
example photos & videos of what they do! If you like what you see & would like to book certain performers, you can make that request after clicking the "Book Now" button.
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Joseph Cancilla

 aka "INFERNO"

Joseph first took the stage when he was 5 years old. He started spinning the Samoan Fire-Knife at age 12 and more recently has adapted his style to perform alongside other variety fire & circus performers. You've seen him performing for TEDx Ogden, at Resorts World Las Vegas for the NHL, at the Stadium of Fire, Burning Man Fire Conclave 2019 & he just barely went international for the first time, toward the end of 2022. Joseph is considered not only a producer, but the Experience Architect to craft the perfect custom show to fit the vibe & whatever your special occasion is, bringing your vision to life. He has extensive experience in event planning along with producing small, medium & large displays of some of the best entertainment around.


Performance Types: Samoan Fire-Knife, Short Staff, Fire Poi, Fire Sword, Lyco Sword, Fire Torches, AcroYoga, AcroFire

Videography by: Leon Clayton
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Tara Cancilla

Tara here. I’ve been dancing and performing since I could walk. I grew up with a mom that owned a dance studio so needless to say, dance has been a part of my entire life. When I’m dancing, it’s when I’m my happiest, it’s like time stops just so I can have this moment of pure peace and acceptance. Ever since I was little all I wanted to do and be when I grew up was a dancer. So here I am, living out my dream. 

Performance Types: Fire Fans, Modern, Jazz, Hip Hop, Polynesian Dance
Videography by: Leon Clayton
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The Danny Morgan

The Danny Morgan has been performing fire all over Utah and the Northwestern United States for close to a decade. Danny dazzles audiences & melts hearts with his custom modified Dragon Staff specially designed for wildly huge fire & gravity defying flips & tosses.... you must see it to believe it,  he's ALWAYS a crowd pleaser! You may have seen Danny at the Stadium of Fire, Pumpkin Nights, the Ice Castles, and countless private & corporate events. 

Performance Types: Dragon Staff, Double Short Staff, Short Staff, Samoan Fire-Knife, Fire Star
The Danny Morgan performing at Lehi Farmer's Market with Hana Entertainment. Our large "Cirque" package is what we produced for Lehi Farmer's Market. Videography by: Leon Clayton
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Rose Wild

Rose Wild was born in California and raised in Utah. Rose grew up doing ballet. After 16 years of ballet she got her certificate in STOTT Pilates and then was introduced to pole, aerial arts, and fire performing. Loving the community and athleticism of pole she got into competing and eventually started teaching, bringing her knowledge from ballet and Pilates into her contortion, hammock, Lyra, and adult pole classes. She then went on to travel the west coast and perform in various clubs and continues to perform burlesque, fire, and pole for various gigs.


Performance Types: Burlesque Fans, Pole, Chair, Lyra, Fire Fans, Fire Poi, Long Staff, Fire Torches, AcroFire

Videography by: Leon Clayton
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Lineah Yapias

Hi! I’m Lineah! I have been dancing all my life & have been teaching for over a decade. I love dancing because I feel like I can lose myself & find myself at the same time. I perform with Hana Entertainment & I also own Hana Ākea & teach workshop based classes in my home & have plans on opening a new studio location very soon!

Performance Types: Hula, Tahitian, Maori, Fire Poi, Implements Dancing, Ukulele, Singing & Instructing
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Michelle Sorensen

aka Velveteen Serpent Queen

Based in Salt Lake City, UT, Michelle Sorensen is an internationally acclaimed, professional fusion artist with over a decade of dedicated dance training. As a forever student, she has sought instruction from some of the most innovative dancers in and out of the fusion and MENATH scenes. Along with MENATH inspired dance styles, she has developed a love for Aerial Arts, Exotic Dance, Contemporary Dance, and Jamaican Dancehall/Twerk. Cross-training in these genres has helped her with stamina, strength, flexibility and finding her own fusion style. She hopes to touch the hearts of those she teaches through vulnerability, honesty, and unwavering love for movement in all it’s beautiful forms. Her life is also occupied with being raising kids & being a mother, a fitness enthusiast, a collector of interesting psychology reads, and a plant hoarder. She is available for instruction, private lessons and workshops both locally and internationally.

Performance Types: Belly Dance, Aerial Arts, Contemporary, Exotic Dance, Palm Torches
Videography by: @boudoirinmotion at Prohibition in Salt Lake City, UT
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Crista Shoemake

Master Violinist

Crista began playing the violin at age 3 and has explored various musical styles, earning bachelor's and master's degrees in violin performance. She combines dance with her music and has had exciting experiences sharing the stage with artists like Cyndi Lauper, Carrie Underwood, and Lindsey Stirling.

Crista has her own YouTube channel, collaborates with String FX, and pays great attention to her costumes, which are a vital part of her performances. She values collaboration with other artists and emphasizes open communication to create shared visions and enduring partnerships.

Performance Types: Violin, Electric Violin & Dance

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Autumn Arnett

Aerial Hammock/Sling addict since 2014 and has been performing with Hana Entertainment since 2018. Her journey of falling in love with performing arts started when she was 4 years old. Dancing in ballet, jazz, and contemporary dance as a child. In high school she tumbled and joined the high school dance team class. She has taught and trained many kids for performances and competitions. As well as teaching classes for studios in her area. She currently performs for various venues & groups in the Ogden & Salt Lake City area. 

2016 //2nd Place Pro All Star Aerial Hammock, 3rd Annual Aerialympics Pole & Aerial Competition  (Salt Lake City)
2017 // Pro All Star Aerial Hammock Champion, 4th Annual Aerialympics Pole & Aerial Competition (Salt Lake City)
2017 // Semi Pro Aerial Hammock Champion, Capitial of Texas Aerial Championships  (Austin)
2017 //Crowd Favorite Award, Semi Pro hammock Division, Capital of Texas Aerial Championships  (Austin)
2019 Aerialympics judging panel for Salt Lake City, Fitcon. 

Performance Types: Aerial Hammock / Sling
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Mandi Johnson

Mandi Johnson has been doing aerial arts for over 15 years and has performed throughout multiple states like Utah, Colorado, Montana, Michigan, and Idaho. She has also had the opportunity to train and perform all over the world; in places like Australia, France & Ireland, to name a few. Currently she lives in Salt Lake City, Utah teaching and performing but travels quite often throughout the year.

She has done shows with Odyssey Dance Thriller for the last 5 years and is performing with Hale Theatre this year. Mandi also competed at Vivafest 2022 and 2023 placing in 3rd in emerging pro lyra and 2nd in emerging pro duo. Lyra will always be the one that has her heart but loves performing on all sorts of other apparatuses!

Performance Types: Aerial Umbrella, Aerial Sphere, Lollipop Lyra, Silks, Hammock, Duo Hammock & Duo Lyra, Fire Performing, Stilt Walking & H/MUA (Hair & Makeup).
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Christy Wong

Christy grew up in Hawaii dancing Hula. She picked up Samoan Fire-Knife dancing in 2018 & it become her passion. She loves performing for audiences to show the culture & spirit of the Samoan Siva Afi Ailao. She is one of the only women in Utah to perform the Samoan Fire-Knife dance.


Performance Types: Samoan Fire-Knife

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Mather Reeves

Mather Reeves has been performing since 3rd grade. With over two decades of performing under his belt, he has mastered everything from juggling, to fleshing, to fire breathing and fire eating. Whether you’re looking for a child’s birthday party, or a grand theater performance, Mather has done it all. He competed at the world juggling federation at the age of 17, and has since got the opportunity to perform all over the western United States. Mather’s greatest joy in life is performing and he hopes to bring that joy to your next event!

Performance Types: Fire Juggling & Fire Breathing

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Ashley Taylor

I started my flow arts journey in 2017. Fell in love with using fire as an art form. Joined a performance team and had the opportunity to perform for Burning Man. Held leadership positions and choreographed shows. Got into the LED performance world as well. I perform for the biggest EDM event company in Utah. I share the stage with DJs like Chris Lake, Dom Dolla, Subtronics, Alison Wonderland, and more. I have graced the stage for all sorts of events. From underground warehouses and desert parties to corporate events and bars. I have also lead workshops for kids and adults helping them find their flow. I love to connect with the audience and make each person feel like they’re getting their own show.


Performance Types: Staff, Contact Sword, Dragon Staff, Rope Dart, Poi (Fire, Contact, and Visual Images), Fans, and Hoop

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Tyler Oborn

Tyler is an extremely passionate, energetic & inspiring performer! His unique hands-free style & confidence with big fire is sure to captivate your senses & leave you in awe! Just sit back & let him set your soul on fire

Performance Types: Contact Staff, Contact Sword, Rope Dart, BIG Fire Meteor Rope Dart, Fire Poi & Dragon Staff
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Morgen Stardust

Morgen Stardust has been gracing stages across Utah since 2021. Morgen is a multi-talented artist artist who expresses her unique vision through pole dancing, burlesque, silk fans, and fire spinning. You may have seen her perform in RoxZ’s Foxy Cabaret, the Gods & Monsters Show, the Voltage Lingerie Birthday Show, the Spring 2021 Can-Can Cabaret, and the Hidden Oasis Festival.


Performance Types: Pole, Burlesque, Fire Burlesque

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