Circus Women Contortionist

Woman contortionists are the most common type found in a typical circus troupe. Men most often gravitate to acrobatics or other feats of strength and dexterity. These performers often work long hours for very little pay, and are often discriminated against in society. A contortionist has to be extremely athletic, flexible and agile, and have an entertaining personality to be successful at this profession. A woman contortionist has to be especially alluring and daring to gain the respect of their audience. The cirque de solei troupe has brought the art of contortion and circus performance as a whole to a new level of popularity with the public.