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Quinn Kaufman

New Brighton

Summary

Dynamic and creative professional with extensive experience in performance arts, including as a haunt actor and performer and an Assistant Aerial Acrobatics Coach at Xelias Aerial Arts. Proven ability in team collaboration and audience engagement, excelling in character development and safety protocol adherence. Recognized for crafting unique aerial acts and mentoring young talent in theatrical productions.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Aerial Acrobatics Coach

Xelias Aerial Arts
Minneapolis
06.2023 - Current
  • Engaged in creative physical play with the children.
  • Collaborated with other performers to create unique acts and shows.
  • Collaborated with other performers to create choreography for a variety of aerial performances.
  • Learned choreography for various musical numbers in preparation for shows.

Middle School Theater Director

St. Anthony Middle School
St. Anthony
02.2022 - Current
  • Provided direction on scene blocking during rehearsal periods while maintaining safety protocols.
  • Mentored up to 80 young actors, providing guidance on character development and stage presence.
  • Oversaw all aspects of theatrical production from pre-production to performance, including casting, rehearsals and set design.

Circus Show Emcee

Unicorn Arts Circus Show
Minneapolis
06.2025 - 09.2025
  • Developed creative ways to engage audiences through humor, music, dance or interactive games.
  • Greeted guests, answered questions and provided information about the show.
  • Entertained audience and kept show running while thinking on the spot

Haunt Actor

Cedar Fair Entertainment
Shakopee
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Interacted with guests in character while maintaining a safe environment.
  • Participated in training sessions on proper use of equipment, safety procedures and emergency response plans.
  • Utilized various techniques such as startles, scares, voice acting, and physical movement to create a thrilling experience for guests.
  • Controlled crowd to maintain enjoyable and organized event experience.

Education

St. Anthony Village High School
St. Anthony Minnesota
05-2026

Skills

  • Aerial, juggling, and contortion performance
  • Team collaboration
  • Creative problem solving
  • Safety protocol adherence
  • Character development
  • Audience engagement
  • Public speaking
  • Height: 5'1"

Timeline

Circus Show Emcee

Unicorn Arts Circus Show
06.2025 - 09.2025

Haunt Actor

Cedar Fair Entertainment
09.2024 - 11.2024

Assistant Aerial Acrobatics Coach

Xelias Aerial Arts
06.2023 - Current

Middle School Theater Director

St. Anthony Middle School
02.2022 - Current

St. Anthony Village High School
Quinn Kaufman