MarySue Jurgella has a vast background in performing, choreographing, and directing in the arts. Born in Wisconsin, USA, MarySue grew up immersed in theater, vocal performance, and artistic gymnastics. She started her career as a professional performer in 2005, performing internationally for various resorts. Her specialties included aerial silks, lyra, and acrobatics, as well as singing, dancing, and performing in a variety of styles of movement and creative partner work. In 2011 she became the Entertainment Director for the resort Occidental Grand Aruba. Some of her roles included the hiring and training of new dancers and aerialists, choreographing aerial pieces, and the teaching of dance choreography. Over MarySue’s four years as artistic director she produced and directed new shows for the weekly program, holidays, and special events.
In 2015, MarySue stepped away from performing abroad and began teaching aerial arts in San Diego, CA. She developed the Champion Aerial program in Santee, CA, and spearheaded the creation of their Aerial Performance Team. MarySue is currently working at the San Diego Circus Center as an aerial instructor for the Master Youth Extensive, Pre-Preparatory, and Recreation youth programs where she focuses on technique-based teaching. Her passion is making aerial arts accessible to all and helping artists build confidence and find their voice as a performer.
