The Art of Bringing Machines to Life: Working at La Halle de la Machine

La Halle de la Machine is an artistic performance hall where passionate professionals fascinate audiences by bringing massive machines to life. In their shows, all eyes are looking up, in awe at the extraordinary mechanical creatures. After 18 years in the business, Yanez Sirpa shares her experience as a rope access expert whose job also includes storytelling and inspiring audiences.

Being an Aerial Supervisor: Merging Spectacle and Safety

As an artist, Yanez Sirpa is inspired by storytelling. Whether it's in a more structured setting or when she’s in the air, Yanez is always looking for ways to create magical moments that bring artistry to the stage. But working at height means working to make sure that everyone feels secure in their systems. If you ask Yanez, whether it’s for a performance, a demonstration, or a system manipulation, a team that works in harmony is a team that will inspire people.

Artistry That Evokes Emotion

At la Halle de la Machine, every member of the team brings their own unique set of artistic skills and experiences. Some are musicians, others are circus performers or have a background in theater, creating a variety of approaches that help highlight the machines in different ways. This diversity of backgrounds and teams fascinates Yanez, and of course, she is also moved by the emotion and the thrill the audience feels when they lift their gaze. Yanez is proud to offer moments that make people feel something, moments that make them dream — all thanks to the massive machines they work with every day.

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