Blue Lapis Light
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Site-Specific Aerial Dance Company BLUE LAPIS LIGHT is an aerial site-specific dance company. of space) in downtown Austin, Texas.
Using aerial techniques along with classical, interpretive and modern dance, we strive to transcend athleticism, capturing poetry in movements and a dream of the infinite. A non-profit organization, Blue Lapis Light explores innovative forms of expression, inspiring and elucidating performers and audience members. We are committed to producing an annual major aerial dance production in Austin, Texas, as well as creating other works and outreach programs throughout the year, including local and national productions. Artistic Director Sally Jacques has been producing site-specific dance for the last 28 years, first under the name Jacques Productions, changing to Blue Lapis Light in 2005. Early works were not aerial but by 1998 performers began pulling upwards, literally: first scaffolding, poles and ropes; then webbing, bungees and hoop swings. By 2003, dancers were in the air on cloth; and by 2006, they were over and off buildings, utilizing new aerial equipment, harnesses and rigging necessities that require new levels of expertise and technical knowledge. Blue Lapis Light has retained the services of a core of professional riggers (led by Corey Fields) to facilitate these ongoing and ever-changing technical needs. Ascension and descension (both literal and metaphorical) are ongoing themes in our work: flight of the body through space, daring physical limitations; flight of the soul through life/death; daring spiritual reservations; always reaching for the rapture of nature here and beyond. Blue Lapis Light's major breakthrough production came in June 2006 when Requiem was held at the infamous abandoned Intel Building (with over 150,000 sq.ft. Requiem featured 19 performers (led by dancers/choreographers Laura Cannon and Nicole Whiteside) and 18 technicians (including lighting, rigging, and sound). Requiem quickly became one of the cultural highlights of the year in Austin (Blue Lapis Light was subsequently voted 'Best Dance Company' in the Austin Chronicle's 2006 Reader's Poll), and was reprised in October 2006. Through its 33 performances, Requiem was seen over 14,000 people. After Requiem, Blue Lapis Light's prominence grew, which led to performances at the historic Seaholm Power Plant and the Federal Buildings in downtown Austin. Blue Lapis Light is also committed to offering ongoing classes and workshops in the development of aerial dance skills, held at our studio in South Austin. Youth Taking Flight, an outreach program that reaches youth in the Austin area, was established in 2008.
09/26/2026
THIS IS IT!
Only two chances left to witness CARRIED BY THE WINDS!
Tonight's 8:30PM performance is SOLD OUT, but you can still catch today's daytime performance at 6:30PM!
Then, close out the weekend with a Sunday evening performance tomorrow at 8:30PM for our final bow.
Thank you, ATX! 💙
Tickets: https://dojour.us/e/89861-blue-lapis-light-presents-carried-by-the-winds
Photo by the incomparable Earl McGehee
09/26/2026
FRIENDS! Tonight's 8:30PM evening show is SOLD OUT, but you can still catch our 6:30PPM SHOW!
The magic of the daytime show is NOT to be missed! It's a wholly different experience ☀
TWO CHANCES LEFT!
*Today: 6:30PM
*Tomorrow: 8:30PM
Last chance to witness CARRIED BY THE WINDS
Tickets: https://dojour.us/e/89861-blue-lapis-light-presents-carried-by-the-winds
We'll see you there, ATX!
09/24/2026
Look at Bart Sasam's absolutely unbelievable captures from last week's show!!
His words:
"When times get wild, we need beautiful art. And beautiful art this was. P.S. these performers are hanging off a building 100ft in the air in downtown Austin. Show them some love ❤️🤙"
We truly cannot express how grateful we are for Bart and all the artistry he brings to ATX with his unique, captivating lens. You are an ATX treasure, friend!!
CARRIED BY THE WINDS closes THIS WEEKEND! Friday-Sunday!
Saturday evening has TWO SEATS LEFT! There are also still seats for Friday, Saturday afternoon, and Sunday...don't wait to get your tickets!
Link to tickets in the comments💙
09/23/2026
✨OUR SILENT AUCTION IS CLOSING SOON!✨
The Blue Lapis Light 2026 Silent Auction is open online until Monday, September 28th at 9AM!
Everyone can get in on the action and support both Blue Lapis Light and local ATX treasures at the same time💙
Every winning bid helps support our work creating large-scale, accessible, site-specific dance and bringing performances directly to the Austin community. We cannot do it without you! Two decades and counting🥳
Whether you’re looking for something special for yourself, a gift, an experience, or just an excuse to get a little competitive for a good cause… go see what’s up for grabs👀 (ACL tickets, restaurants galore, sports tickets, hotel stays, pet grooming...you name it.)
Auction Link: https://givebutter.com/c/blue-lapis-light-copy-1qw4sk/auction
09/22/2026
Daytime Shows are WHERE IT'S AT! This Saturday, September 26th at 6:30PM! ✨💙
Look at these absolutely breathtaking, UNREAL shots from Sean Mathis. We are absolutely in AWE. THANK YOU for this gift, friend!! 🥹 IG: Website: seanmathis.com
Sean's words:
"I’m not one to employ Photoshop for significant alterations, unless it’s helping to more accurately convey the spirit of the original moment. Removing litter or a car in a natural landscape is typically as far as I go.
However, after seeing the dancers on Saturday evening, I realized how close they came to flight. (This was the day after their soundtrack summoned me out of my apartment and across the street to stare skyward in awe.) Therefore, I digitally removed their harnesses for these shots, and really love the sensation it conveys. I hope you do, too.
They’re performing again next weekend at the corner of Barton Springs and S 1st Street. I highly recommend catching one of their shows. (Note: Most shows are after sunset.)"
Catch the CLOSING WEEKEND of Carried By the Winds!
https://dojour.us/e/89861-blue-lapis-light-presents-carried-by-the-winds
09/20/2026
Check out these GORGEOUS rooftop shots by Sarah Annie Photography 🥹🤩✨ With the incomparable Nicole Whiteside and Clay Moore
Missed our 6:30PM show? That’s okay! We've got one more 6:30PM show next Saturday✨🥳 and 8:30PM shows tomorrow and all next week!
—CARRIED BY THE WINDS
—September 19-20 & 25-27
—ONE TEXAS CENTER
Come experience our newest world premiere and witness the BLL aerialists soaring under ATX stars!
Tickets start at $25🥳
https://dojour.us/e/89861-blue-lapis-light-presents-carried-by-the-winds
Seating is extremely limited this year; please buy your tickets in advance to guarantee your spot! For sold out performances, please join the waitlist 💙
Ground seating is also available at the door ✨ Need quick and easy parking? On site spots are available for $20!
09/20/2026
We cannot get over these insane BTS photos by Sarah Annie Photography 🥹🤩✨Thank you for these incredibly special moments 💙
Missed our 6:30PM show? That’s okay! We've got one more 6:30PM show next Saturday✨🥳 and 8:30PM shows tomorrow and all next week!
—CARRIED BY THE WINDS
—September 19-20 & 25-27
—ONE TEXAS CENTER
Come experience our newest world premiere and witness the BLL aerialists soaring under ATX stars!
Tickets start at $25🥳
https://dojour.us/e/89861-blue-lapis-light-presents-carried-by-the-winds
📸:
Seating is extremely limited this year; please buy your tickets in advance to guarantee your spot! For sold out performances, please join the waitlist 💙
Ground seating is also available at the door ✨ Need quick and easy parking? On site spots are available for $20!
09/20/2026
Missed our 6:30PM show? That’s okay! We've got one more 6:30PM show next Saturday✨🥳 and 8:30PM shows tomorrow and all next week!
—CARRIED BY THE WINDS
—September 19-20 & 25-27
—ONE TEXAS CENTER
Come experience our newest world premiere and witness the BLL aerialists soaring under ATX stars!
Tickets start at $25🥳
https://dojour.us/e/89861-blue-lapis-light-presents-carried-by-the-winds
📸: Sarah Annie Photography
Seating is extremely limited this year; please buy your tickets in advance to guarantee your spot! For sold out performances, please join the waitlist 💙
Ground seating is also available at the door ✨ Need quick and easy parking? On site spots are available for $20!
09/19/2026
TWO SHOWS TODAY 💙 6:30PM + 8:30PM
✨CARRIED BY THE WINDS✨
Come celebrate two decades of 💙
Tickets: https://dojour.us/e/89861-blue-lapis-light-presents-carried-by-the-winds
📸: (thank you for these gorgeous BNW captures🥹)
05/31/2026
✨SUMMER FLYING AT BLUE LAPIS LIGHT STARTS NEXT WEEK!✨
From drop in classes to summer workshops, from first-time-flyers to advanced aerialists, we’ve got you covered! 🥳
Starting June 8th, the studio is OPEN:
- Silks I-V Class Series: https://www.bluelapislight.org/classes
- Beginner and Intermediate Harness Classes: https://www.bluelapislight.org/harness
- Silks II/III DROP-IN CLASSES! https://www.bluelapislight.org/aerial-silks-ii -in
- FREE Silks Classes at the South Austin Rec Center: https://www.bluelapislight.org/youth-taking-flight
- Kids and Teen Summer Workshops: https://www.bluelapislight.org/2026-kids-summer-workshops
- A Special Workshop with Jennie Guillot: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/a504ba16/?appointmentTypeIds[]=93667498
- Open Studio! https://www.bluelapislight.org/open-studio
We’ll see you soon, ATX! 💙
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10331 Old Manchaca Road Unit B
Austin, TX
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| Monday | 10am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 6pm - 10pm |
| Wednesday | 6pm - 9pm |
| Thursday | 6pm - 9pm |
| Friday | 6pm - 5pm |
| Sunday | 9am - 2pm |
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