Videographer Mordecai Lecky produced this work in collaboration with Raqs Razi and myself.
I was recently asked to perform at a bar in Biloxi, MS for the first time in years. I had let my insurance and practice seriously lapse during the pandemic. Which I understand was an all too common experience among my fellow performance artists. But, here I am all resurrected! I have found my love for the artform again. Fire dart is the new prop obsession. Since my Biloxi Gig I performed at Deep Roots Kava Bar in Columbus, GA for their grand opening and got booked for a variety show at The Red Light Cafe in Atlanta! I have been slowly revamping and bringing back my gig sites and social media presence as a performer. Getting the WordPress site squared away was the last major marketing effort for now.
So, I said goodbye to Balefire. Which we founded in 2008! It will remain a warm memory in my heart as it filled a void that I never knew I had until I lit that first prop (fire fans). I have been really enjoying this opportunity to reinvent myself and dive back into the art! This passion is so precious and easily lost. I am now Eric Greenfingers! To date I have danced with staff, leviwand, zip poi, fire fans and now fire dart which has been the biggest fire I have flung to date. I am seeking collaborators and patrons as I manifest this glamour!
Balefire will be performing at Mezcalitos Cocina & Tequila Bar in Atlanta for Cinco de Mayo! Starting at about 5pm we will be giving 4 shows, each on the hour. Come celebrate the day with us!
Please come and see us on Hilton Head Island for our monthly gig at the Tiki Hut!!
We are pleased to announce we will be entertaining at Georgia Southern University’s Arts Fest! Come and join us in Statesboro on campus April 5th for a vast selection of performing and visual arts entertainment. More details to come soon!!
We are excited and honored to be asked to perform for Hoofs 4 Healing! It will be their Grand Opening Benefit / Music Festival. We will be performing during the afternoon.
Saturday, January 18, 2014 10am until ???? 1514B Old Dean Forest Road – I-16 at Dean Forest/behind the Pilot Station
“Hoofs 4 Healing is dedicated to enriching the life and health of every individual with which we connect. From inner city children to Veterans; from active military personnel to those left here at home; from volunteers to those with physical and special needs, cognitive or emotional disabilities; Hoofs 4 Healing can offer each individual something special through equine assisted activities and education. We use the unique personality, movement and power of the horse and professional, certified PATH Intl. instructors and standards to create a bond between person and horse that enriches lives physically and mentally. We provide equine assisted activities and therapies in a manner that challenges individuals with disabilities to achieve their maximum potential. We strive to provide a safe environment for all, encourage diversity in all aspects of our program, recognize that our volunteers are our most important resource and value our donors by the work we produce.”
We are looking forward to our last dance on the beach this year!!
It looks like we are in for a very busy Halloween season. We are 99.5% sure we will be rocking Fright Fest at Six Flags with fire over the next month!!! We thought we would post our schedule for the next month and a half so you can find out which haunts we will be in.
September 21: TIki Hut Hawaiian Party: Hilton Head Island
September 27-29: Fright Fest: Six Flags over Georgia
October 5: Art Menage: Hodgepodge Coffee House and Gallery: Atlanta
October 6: Private Event: Atlanta
October 11: Opening Ceremonies for the Georgia Special Olympics: Dalton
October 12-13: Fright Fest: Six Flags over Georgia
October 18-20: Fright Fest: Six Flags over Georgia
October 26: Tiki Hut Halloween Party: Hilton Head Island
We will be rocking it Polynesian style in Hilton Head this month! Come and see us on the 21st at the Tiki Hut.
Eric Greenfingers 