# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Science & Safety in Performer Rigging Workshop  by Brett Copes, Fight or Flight Entertainment
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Event Description**: This 6hr workshop from Fight or Flight Ent has been presented internationally for the
past 16 years, and now comes to Brooklyn, NY. An intensive practical and lecture workshop
focusing on the Art, the Science and the Safety of Performer Rigging. Suitable for
anyone involved in the Aerial Arts, Circus, Stunts, Theatre, and anywhere performers
are off the ground.

The Workshop is constantly updated to the questions and concerns prevalent in the
Performer Rigging community. This workshop delves into Performer Loads, Safety
Factors, Risk Assessment and Risk Reduction, Rigging locations and Venues,
Equipment choices, Knots, Pulley Systems and Mechanical Advantage and compliance
with the existing ANSI Performer Flying Standards. Each participant gets a letter of
completion which satisfies most Teacher Training programs and Insurance
requirements.

Brett Copes of FoFE is an Acrobatic Rigger, Stunt Rigger and Performer Flying
specialist with 20+ years of experience. Having worked with Cirque Du Soleil, Marvel
Universe, Cavalia, IATSE, ShowRig, Peter Pan 360, Venardos Circus, NECCA, the
Chicago Contemporary Circus Festival, Superbowl LVIII, and as well as many film/tv
productions. Specializing in Safety and Training, Brett has taught this workshop for
USITT, Acrobatic Arts Festival, ESA Conference, and over 100+ Aerial Arts and Circus
studios on 4 continents. You can see the scope of experience presenting this
workshop @fightorflightent and www.fightorflightent.com

SaturdayJune 27, 2026

10am-5pm (with a lunch break ) 

$300 until 11:59pm on June 13, 2026
$360 June 14-June 27

Hosted at by ABCirque  5th Wall Studios 156 North 4th St, Ste 7, Brooklyn, NY 11211
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/long-island-city/science-and-safety-in-performer-rigging-workshop-by-brett-copes-fight-or-flight-entertainment/200030204360341
- **Event Categories**: workshops, entertainment, performances, science-fair, art, festivals, sports, theatre, business, conferences
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 11

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Long Island City
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 5th Wall Studio
- **lat**: 40.71556
- **long**: -73.95941
- **full address**: 5th Wall Studio, 156 N 4th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211-3268, United States, Long Island City

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Science & Safety in Performer Rigging Workshop  by Brett Copes, Fight or Flight Entertainment being held?
  - **A:** Science & Safety in Performer Rigging Workshop  by Brett Copes, Fight or Flight Entertainment takes place on Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am at 5th Wall Studio, 156 N 4th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211-3268, United States, Long Island City.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Science & Safety in Performer Rigging Workshop  by Brett Copes, Fight or Flight Entertainment?
  - **A:** Science & Safety in Performer Rigging Workshop  by Brett Copes, Fight or Flight Entertainment is organized by ABCirque.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Science & Safety in Performer Rigging Workshop  by Brett Copes, Fight or Flight Entertainment is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Long Island City, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Science & Safety in Performer Rigging Workshop  by Brett Copes, Fight or Flight Entertainment sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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