Touching Two Worlds
Past Performances
May, 2024 | Luminary Arts Center, Minneapolis
Touching Two Worlds: Integration
‘Touching Two Worlds: Integration’, a cirque performance that explores the beauty and diversity of our inner worlds.
May, 2023 | Aria, Minneapolis
Touching Two Worlds
After both losing their brothers to suicide, psychologist Dr. Sherry Walling and circus coach Lynn Lunny created a groundbreaking circus show exploring how we heal after heartbreak.
UPCOMING SHOW
Touching Two Worlds: Familia
A story of love, conflict, and the lifelong journey of finding your place—at the family table, in the world, and within yourself.
Support a Show That Changes Lives
Making art that changes lives isn’t always profitable—but sponsors make it possible.
During Mental Health Awareness Month 2025, we’re producing three performances, including a CEU show for mental health professionals, demonstrating how artistic movement can help their patients.
It’s a huge production. Sponsors make all the difference in keeping this show alive, helping us provide fair compensation for artists while making the experience accessible to underserved communities.
Why Partner With Us?
Put your brand in front of an engaged audience: Performers, mental health professionals, and wellness-conscious attendees.
Mentions on our social media, website, and event materials.
Live callouts during the performance.
Complimentary tickets and special discount codes: Invite your audience to experience the show.
Immersive product placement (if applicable): Feature your product in exclusive content with our performers.
How to Support Our Cause
There are many ways to support the show and reach an engaged audience:
Company Sponsorships: Businesses can contribute financially or donate products for our VIP gift baskets or to treat our performers.
Audience Sponsors: Have a platform, newsletter, or community (especially in the Twin Cities)? Cross-promoting the show would be an incredible way to support us.
Sponsor an Acrobat: For every sponsorship you purchase, you make it possible for two people to attend the show. Click here to make a donation.
140
Tickets gifted by sponsors
On-stage performers
20
3
Shows
660
Total audience capacity
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As Seen on
Touching Two Worlds has been recognized by top media outlets for redefining grief support through art, movement, and immersive experiences.
How circus arts and movement can help people cope with mental illness
Watch Dr. Sherry and circus arts teacher Lynn Lunny on Minnesota’s local CBS affiliate. Both women tragically lost their brothers to suicide, and it was movement that helped them cope and manage their grief. Every May, to mark Mental Health Awareness month, they perform an original circus show.
Meet the Artists Who Bring These Stories to Life
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Lynn Lunny | Co-Creator
@lylunny
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Sherry Walling | Co-Creator
@dr.sherrywalling
We are deeply grateful for the overwhelming response and heartfelt reviews we received!
