About
Recent Work
Fresh (2026)
The Slipper Room: NYC
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Producer: Kyla Ernst - Alper
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Tippy Lyra Solo and Dance Trio
Cirque Us Benefit Show (2026)
Somerville, MA
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Director: Doug Stewart
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Tippy Lyra Solo
New Year’s Eve at Harrah’s Casino (2025)
Cherokee, NC
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Director: Satarah Productions
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LED Flower Greeter
Cirque Du Biere: Pride Show (2025)
Charlotte, NC
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Director: Mel Fox
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Bottle Walking and Single Point Lyra Solo
Broken Open (2026)
New England Center for Circus Arts Graduating Tour
Various New England Venues
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Director: Marisol Rosa - Shapiro
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Tippy Lyra Solo, Tight Wire Duo, Partner Acrobatics Ensemble
Bindlestiff Open Stage (2025)
Brooklyn, NY
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Bindlestiff Family Circus
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Tippy Lyra Solo
New England Center For Circus Arts: ProTrack Year 2 Cabaret (2025)
Brattleboro, VT
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Director: Rebecca Star
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Tippy Lyra Solo, Tight Wire Duet, Ensemble Dance, Partner Acrobatics Ensemble
Cedar Fair Entertainment: Scarowinds (2022)
Charlotte, NC
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Specialty Scare Actor: Bungee
Biography
Francesca Bonfiglio is a circus artist specializing in Tippy Lyra, Tight Wire, and occasionally Bottle Walking. She combines vibrant characters with drama and technique, while using her disciplines to their fullest potential. Utilizing her background in contemporary dance she creates carefully crafted acts that immerse the audience into her world, creating a sense of wonder and awe.
Education
New England Center for Circus Arts
Class of 2026
Brattleboro, VT
Major: Tippy Lyra (Elsie Smith)
Minor: Tightwire (Ariele Ebacher)