Movement, Mindfulness & Mastery

50 Years of Heroic Juggling and Metamorphic Comedy

THE ART OF

Michael Menes

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Shows • Exhibits • Keynotes • Classes • Installations

Online Showcase

THE 50th ANNIVERSARY WEBSITE

Introduction

Welcome to MICHAELMENES.COM, my online portfolio of touring programs, world records, research laboratory, courses, artwork, blog, book, evolving projects and more. I’m celebrating my 50th year as a juggler. Imagine? LOL. I hope you’ll journey with me as I embrace a curiosity inspired by the forces of nature. Feel free to message me if you have any questions about what I do. I’d love to hear from you!

Sincerely,

Michael Menes

Following My Passion From

An Award-Winning Juggler

1976 ~ 2026

Recipient of the IJA’s Founders Award

International Jugglers’ Association

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Mission Statement

Exploring the art of juggling through precision, experimentation, and visual inquiry—celebrating fifty years of practice while expanding the language of object movement.

Credits & Acknowledgements

I want to thank all those who helped me over the years. It really does take a village. Directors, producers, agents, collaborators, photographers, musicians, technicians, funding organizations and so many others who deserve a big shout out. For my platform’s design integrity and to reduce clutter, I have consolidated all these credits and acknowledgements to a dedicated credits page.

Shows & Enrichment Programs

Elemental

A Juggling Performance

Precision . Play . Transformation .

ELEMENTAL is a visually driven performance celebrating 50 years of juggling through precise object work, physical control, and refined theatrical design. Rooted in fundamental forces of motion, balance, and transformation, the work unfolds through striking visual sequences that engage audiences across theaters and festivals.

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Variety Show

HIGHJINKS

Seen by over 200 million people worldwide. Michael's Awesome Juggling & Variety Show. This program can be coupled with a workshop where participants learn the basics of juggling including scarves, pois, balls and balancing.

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Exhibit

DROP FREE JUGGLING

The ParaPlay exhibit invites curious minds to discover drop-free para-juggling skills. Explore and discover orbital patterns, pendulum patterns, elliptical patterns and more by rolling metal bearings inside parabolic orbital dishes.

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Keynote

50 YEARS OF JUGGLING

Juggling as an art form? Does the public know the value of juggling? Or even what juggling actually is? How could 50 years of juggling be such a wonderful thing? Michael's fine arts keynote is an eye-opener.

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Multimedia Travelogue Show

ABOVE & BEYOND

A multi-media production for institutions of higher learning, theaters and cultural centers. The program weaves one-minute ‘Eye of the Juggler’ dual video projections with many of Michael’s most innovative theatrical creations.Who knew the art of juggling could lead to this? ABOVE & BEYOND showcases both my live performing artistry with my cutting edge video masterpieces. These videos were all shot on location around the planet and meticulously edited as segues for a live theater show. For best effect, the suggested minimum stage size is 30′ or 10 meters wide. The full program running length is 85 minutes. A condensed 50 minute version of the program is also available. This stylization requires a full day installation and is recommended as a run in a venue.

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Areas of Expertise

DynaPlay Book

It isn't work. It's play!

Book

Creating fresh, meaningful and unique performances with juggling and theatrical vectors.

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Juggling Classes

From Beginners to Pros

Let's Play

Dynamically playing with objects to expand manual dexterity and wholesome virtues.

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Touch

Therapeutic Juggling

Well Being

Discover the medicinal Chinese art of baoding which has been cultivated for over 2000 years.

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Juggliscopic

Juggling Reinvented for Art Galleries

Optics

Imagine juggling reinterpreted using kaleidoscopic effects, mirroring and symmetry as gallery art to transform one's state of mind.

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Fling

Strolling Arts

Fling

Strolling Character

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Ricochet

Percussive Juggling

Bounce Drumming

A hybrid of drumming, carpentry and ball bouncing that explores musicality on a deeply kinetic level.

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Testimonials

In Their Own Words

I’ve had the privilege of working with Michael Menes for approximately four years, and he is the definition of a true professional. He brings an incredible, unforgettable show to the stage, and his talent is nothing short of exceptional. Michael is consistently easy to work with, and I can always count on him to deliver a performance that leaves a lasting impression on guests. Thank you, Michael, for bringing juggling into a new era and dimension.

Since I saw Michaels fascinating and precise juggling performances in 1994 the first time on video, I had the joy, luck and honor to book him several times in our international vaudeville show productions here in Germany. His huge repertoire and his originality make him so special. We are happy to had him as Juggler with his unique show mirrors and coil, also with his very creative piece: 3 round objects . His futuristic stilt performance spike was a lot of times a mysterious opening of our shows. But also the mime and visual comedy acts are terrific. All the best for the next decades to an extraordinary juggler and performer!

Our audience simply went wild over every one of the individual sketches and juggling sequences. His technical ability is amazing and he is a good storyteller as well. Michael is a real pro, both on stage and off.

A wonderful, engaging show that kept everyone entertained from start to finish. The kids squealed with delight throughout the program. Michael is terrific!

Michael's show is wonderful and appeals to all ages. He is a real pro. The booking process was professional and easy. He comes with everything he needs for the performance. Great value for the money.

A fantastic, professional performer with a range of performance skills that can be catered to a young audience, a high school audience or a family-adult audience. Michael comes prepared and is self-sufficient, interesting, lively and memorable. He is great to work with!

Michael presents work that is as artful as it is entertaining. His performances are outstandingly innovative, skillfully polished and visually stunning.

Michael is a master juggler, and physical comedian. He is also an entrepreneur with a singular vision that seamlessly incorporates art into his daily life. He defines his work with great finesse, intellectual effort, infinite perseverance and astounding discipline. I can wholeheartedly recommend Michael as an artist of the highest order, and if you ever have the privilege of working with him, you will experience first hand the almost magical effect of his positive energy and mindset.

Wow, what an incredible performance! Michael Menes truly captivates with his talent and energy. The skill level and passion he brings to the stage are just phenomenal. Thanks for sharing this amazing display or artistry!