Mathieu Leopold is an industry leader with over 12 years of performance and coaching experience. His performances include international music festivals, film & television, awards shows, and private A-list events. Most recently, he was the aerial/circus coordinator & circus choreographer for “The Greatest Showman” film (20th Century Fox) coming out this Dec 20th 2017. The work for the film was featured in September issue of Vogue Magazine and photographed by legend Annie Leibovittz.
Originally from Montreal Canada, upon moving to Los Angeles in the early 2000’s, he found a new un-explored market & played an intricate role in pioneering the aerial and circus arts into the mainstream LA entertainment scene.
As the owner of Aerial Culture, a modern circus & fitness lifestyle brand, AC’s platform focuses on improving & enriching the circus & aerial industry standards. AC ambassadors are highly successful professionals, athletes and influencers in the circus and entertainment communities & teach a wide range of workshops all across the US and internationally.
Highlights include:
The Greatest Showman Film Circus Coordinator/Choreographer
Dancing with the Stars Seasons 15, 16 & 18 Choreographer.
Cirque Du Soleil’s corporate events (Light/Exposure)
The Radio City Rockettes Spring Spectacular at the iconic Radio City Music Hall NYC – choreographed by industry legends Mia Michaels (Taylor Swift, Michael Jackson, Britney Spears), Tony Award winner Warren Carlyle (best choreography – After Midnight) and Tony Award winner Diane Paulus (best direction – Pippin);
48th Academy of Country Music Awards (Little Big Town “On your side of the bed”),
Aerial coach and stylist for ESPN naked athlete issue for Amy Purdy.
Grammy’s & Emmys
Coachella Music Festival, CA
The Act Show, Las Vegas NV
Born & raised in Montreal.
Live in Los Angeles / Vegas / NYC
Things I enjoy in my life-
Cirque. 🎪
That moment just before stepping onto the stage!
Performing. the lights, the music, the energy.
Creation. Motivation. Inspiration
The Unusual
The Unexpected
The Simple
The Extraordinary
Film 🎬
Entertainment
Fashion
Photography, Angles, Lighting.
Boxing 🥊
Snowboarding 🏂
RockClimbing
Cooking 🍜🍝🍕🍤🍱
Music 🎶🎧
Dancing
Acoustic Versions
Ballet
Family & Friends