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About Hybrid Performing Arts

Hybrid Performing Arts is an innovative entertainment company specializing in immersive, high-energy performances that transform events into unforgettable experiences. We bridge the worlds of fire, LED, aerial, dance, music, and specialty acts to create dynamic shows tailored to any occasion.

From corporate galas and music festivals to private celebrations and theatrical productions, Hybrid Performing Arts delivers visually stunning and emotionally captivating performances. Our repertoire includes fire, LED and flow arts, aerial artistry, professional dancers, vocalists, roaming interactive characters, and themed productions like dark circus, and mythical fantasy realms.
As pioneers in the flow arts industry, we are committed to pushing creative boundaries while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism. Our team consists of skilled performers, choreographers, musicians, and technical specialists who work together to craft seamless, high-impact entertainment.

Beyond performances, Hybrid Performing Arts also offers workshops, team-building experiences, and a specialized flow arts shop, ensuring that movement and creativity remain accessible to all. Whether you’re looking for a breath-taking spectacle or an interactive engagement, we bring versatility, innovation, and passion to every stage.

Let us transform your event into a mesmerizing journey through movement, light, and fire.

 

Mission

At Hybrid Performing Arts, our mission is to ignite the spark of creativity and empower artists to turn their passion into a lifelong career. We are driven by the belief that no dream should be out of reach, and we strive to create opportunities that previous generations of performers never had the chance to experience.

Through innovation, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, we are building a future where artists are celebrated, supported, and free to push the boundaries of their craft. Whether on stage or behind the scenes, we inspire performers to rise, create fearlessly, and leave a lasting impact on the world of entertainment.

Vision

To be a leading force in innovative performance art, known for pushing creative boundaries and setting new standards in immersive entertainment across South Africa and beyond.

The Artists Behind the Flame

Behind every blaze, ripple of light, or elegant motion is an artist who lives and breathes their craft.
At Hybrid Performing Arts, our team is more than just performers, they’re storytellers, innovators, and passion-driven professionals.

From fire dancers who command flames with grace, to LED flow artists who paint in pixels, aerialists who defy gravity, and dancers who move with purpose, every performance is a blend of skill, soul, and spectacle.

Meet the creators of magic. The ones who turn moments into memories.

Fire Performer

Fire Performer

John Slabber, founder of Hybrid Performing Arts, is a true jack of all trades. Specialising in fire dancing, he delivers performances full of precision, creativity, and bold showmanship, he also dazzles with LED, stilt walking, juggling, and much more.

LED Specialist

LED Specialist

By day, Jamie Fernandez is a skilled geneticist, and by night, she transforms into a versatile and dynamic artist. As our LED specialist, she excels not only in LED but also fire performances, stilt walking, and more, bringing creativity and energy to every performance.

Aerial Silk & Lyra Artist

Aerial Silk & Lyra Artist

Penny Wolhuter is a versatile aerialist, specialising in silks and trapeze, and also excels in dance, flow arts, and acting. Her performances are dynamic, expressive, and unforgettable.

Fire Poi & Dragon Staff Specialist

Fire Poi & Dragon Staff Specialist

Kimona Moodley is our fire poi and dragon staff specialist, bringing precision and flair to every performance. She is also an accomplished acrobat, aerialist, and dancer, creating dynamic and unforgettable shows.

LED & Stilt Performer

LED & Stilt Performer

AJ van Deemter is a key leader at Hybrid Performing Arts, supporting the company behind the scenes while dazzling audiences as an LED and stilt performer. He also brings his talent to fire, dance, and character performances, creating versatile and engaging shows.

Join the Flow Movement

Step into a world where passion meets performance. Whether you’re looking to bring unforgettable energy to your next event, dive into the art of flow through our classes, or gear up with custom flow apparel, your journey starts here.

Unleash your inner fire. Express. Connect. Flow.

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