Nine To Noon Trapeze artist Adam Malone on the circus and cabaret show seducing Auckland audiences
Mar 17, 2026
Adam Malone, Australian circus performer and burlesque artist known for trapeze, hoop tricks and cabaret work. He talks about La Ronde’s nonstop high-energy circus cabaret, his hybrid trapeze-and-burlesque act performed in heels, and the rare Washington trapeze technique. He explains blending camp, masculinity and drag influences, the Spiegel tent’s vintage vibe, and the physical demands of touring and training.
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All Killer No Filler Circus Cabaret
- La Ronde is a nonstop, high-skill circus cabaret mixing international artists and varied disciplines.
- Adam Malone describes it as “all killer, no filler,” featuring dazzling acts from aerial fire to hair hanging and live music.
Meet The International Cast
- Adam lists his cast: Zoe Marshall (hair hanging), Felipe (mouth-hung hand balancer and fire aerialist), Nate (clown from Cirque du Soleil) and singer Inaris.
- He highlights international variety and specific rare skills like hanging from the mouth.
Rare Washington Trapeze Reinvented
- The Washington trapeze is a rare hybrid of head balance, aerial and balancing acts that Adam developed at NICA.
- He fused burlesque and comedy into the traditional act to make it surprising and unique.