By David Cain Of all the work I’ve done as a juggling historian, I’m probably proudest of my research into Frank Le Dent. Ten years ago, I wrote the first juggling history article detailing his life and career. Previously, all we really knew was that he supposedly juggled 11 balls. We also only had one photo of him. Through the …
At-Home Strength Training with Minimal Equipment
By Francisco Javier Rodriguez Bernal After exploring options for training in gyms and calisthenics parks, our focus now shifts to a more minimalist setting: an at-home strength training plan requiring the bare minimum of equipment. Imagine you’re traveling, far from any specialized infrastructure like gyms or dedicated calisthenics structures. Your “gym” is reduced to a room and your luggage. The …
About the Act of Svetlana Mykityuk, Vyacheslav Zolkin, and Antipodist Bears
EDITOR’S NOTE: This material contains historical language and imagery that some may find objectionable regarding the treatment of animals. This content is preserved as part of the historical record and does not reflect any endorsement by the IJA. These materials are presented for educational and research purposes. By: Esteban Vélez. In October 2023, I wrote an article called “Antipodism and …
Division Dialogues by Erik Åberg
Erik Åberg (pending a June defense) is now “Doctor” Åberg with the completion of his Doctoral Thesis, “Division Dialogues” for the Stockholm University of the Arts (Stockholms Konstnärliga Högskola). It includes two books, a zine, and a five-part film. The complete project can be found at the link below. Congratulations, Erik! https://www.researchcatalogue.net/view/4392556/4392557
New Information on the History of Six Club Juggling
By David Cain More than five years ago, I wrote about the history of six club juggling. However, in the time since then, I have discovered various jugglers who were early performers of the skill as well as new photos and videos of those of whom I already knew about. So, in the interest of my readers, I want to …
Two Versions of a Famed Juggling Publication – Part 2
By David Cain As I stated in part one of this series, one of the most famous early juggling publications was America and Europe’s Greatest Jugglers, a compilation of promotional material paired with a small catalog of juggling props manufactured and sold by Edward Van Wyck of Cincinnati, Ohio, who published the book. The version of the book that we’ve …
An Interview with Antipodists Svetlana Mykityuk and Vyacheslav Zolkin – Part 2
By: Esteban Vélez. EDITOR’S NOTE: This material contains historical language and imagery that some may find objectionable regarding the treatment of animals. This content is preserved as part of the historical record and does not reflect any endorsement by the IJA. These materials are presented for educational and research purposes. “Creativity is our life. Those who dedicate themselves to the …
Two Versions of a Famed Juggling Publication – Part 1
By David Cain One of the most famous early juggling publications was America and Europe’s Greatest Jugglers, a compilation of promotional material paired with a small catalog of juggling props manufactured and sold by Edward Van Wyck of Cincinnati, Ohio, who published the book. The version of the book that we’ve known about for many years was published in 1900. …
An Interview with Antipodists Svetlana Mykityuk and Vyacheslav Zolkin – Part 1
EDITOR’S NOTE: This material contains historical language and imagery that some may find objectionable regarding the treatment of animals. This content is preserved as part of the historical record and does not reflect any endorsement by the IJA. These materials are presented for educational and research purposes. By: Esteban Vélez. Svetlana Mykityuk and Vyacheslav Zolkin created an antipodism act with …