Duncan Wall
About Duncan Wall
Duncan Wall serves as the Community Director at ThoughtWorks, a position he has held since 2016. He has a diverse background in literature and circus arts, having worked as a National Director at Circus Now and authored a book on circus culture.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Duncan Wall has served as Community Director at ThoughtWorks since 2016. In this role, he focuses on fostering community engagement and collaboration within the organization. His tenure at ThoughtWorks spans over eight years, during which he has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing community relations and promoting ThoughtWorks' values.
Previous Experience at Circus Now
Before joining ThoughtWorks, Duncan Wall worked as the National Director at Circus Now from 2013 to 2016. Based in New York, he led efforts to promote the circus arts and advocate for the circus community across the United States. His leadership in this role contributed to the visibility and appreciation of circus as an art form.
Education and Expertise
Duncan Wall has a diverse educational background. He studied Literature, Science, and the Arts at the University of Iowa, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from 1998 to 2002. He furthered his studies in Circus Arts at Ecole Nationale de Cirque in Rosny-sous-Bois, completing a program from 2003 to 2004. Additionally, he spent a year at Université Sorbonne-Nouvelle (Paris 3) in 2000-2001, enhancing his cultural and artistic perspectives.
Authorship and Publications
Duncan Wall authored 'The Ordinary Acrobat: Inside the Wondrous World of the Circus, Past & Present,' published by Alfred A. Knopf. His work as an author spanned from 2008 to 2012, during which he explored the history and intricacies of circus arts. This publication reflects his deep engagement with the circus community and his commitment to documenting its evolution.