May 17, 2007

Controlled Burn, Reno’s homegrown cutting-edge fire spinning performance group, will open Artown 2007 on the Mapes Plaza on July 1. The public is invited to this free performance and is welcomed to experience Controlled Burn. The Mapes Plaza is located on the Truckee River at South Virginia Street, downtown Reno.

“We have some incredible new choreography in the works. No one will leave disappointed,” says Chelsea Chen, show director. “This is such an awesome honor for us to be chosen to open this year’s art festival.”

Chen shares that many different types of fire and other entertainment are slated for the one hour show. “On the schedule, all four fire breathing towers will be there along with aerialists, stilt performers and other dancers. Since Controlled Burn has doubled in size over the past year, there will be more performers showcasing their talents with poi, staff, fire fans and fingers. There will be a few surprises too. Don’t want to give it all away!”

Controlled Burn, Inc. is a pending non-profit 501c3 organization. Founded in 2000, Controlled Burn offers poi spinning classes weekly on Wednesdays.