Glory Dearling

Hi, I’m Glory Dearling (yes, that’s my real name—my parents had high hopes!). I’m a Toronto-based aerialist, stunt performer, actor, and stadium/aerial rigger, originally from Manhattan. I’m an ACTRA Apprentice Member, represented by The Casting Solution for film and TV, and I graduated from the International Stunt School in Seattle in 2024.

In the circus world, I specialize as both an aerial porter and soloist, performing on high flying aerial silks, hoop, and aerial net. My partner LeeAnn Ball and I debuted our duo loop act Undertow at private events with Cirque Éloize and in public shows at La TOHU in Montréal. We’re also part of the Cirque du Soleil talent pool and have performed for NBA Halftime shows in 2023 and 2024, represented by The Idea Hunter.

In 2022, I competed in the Canada’s Got Talent semifinals with Trillium Entertainment, performing in daring all-female aerial trios. I’ve toured internationally with The Silver Starlets, an aerial show that brings family friendly comedy and circus entertainment to fairs, festivals, and private events around the globe.

Before running away with the circus, I grew up in competitive figure skating and acro dance, and I hold a degree in Devised Theatre from York University. Whether on stage, on screen, or in the air, I bring movement, precision, and heart to everything I do—and I’m always working to live up to my name.