Halftime Highlights
2026 Halftime Highlights
Check out some of the Sun's major halftime acts from the 2026 season!
Cornell Freeney German Wheel
Chicago's own Cornell Freeney was the first American to ever compete at the World Championships in Wheel Gymnastics. There, he earned the silver medal and several gold medals nationally.
The Magic of JP Wilson
Meet Two-Time International Award-Winning Illusionist, JP Wilson! He's crafted a bespoke show brimming with groundbreaking illusions, stunning costumes, and the kind of Vegas-style magic that will keep you on the edge of your seat!
Magic Soul Academy
Better known as "The Heart of Hartford," the Magic Soul Academy is an electrifying showstyle drumline & danceline group from Hartford, CT. This group consists of young people from Hartford and surrounding towns ranging from ages 6 through 25. Magic Soul Academy is an all-year-round program that performs & travels all over Connecticut & outer states.
Lina Liu: Umbrella Lina
Lina Liu is a world-class acrobat from New York and a two-time Guinness World Record holder. She brings her artistry and expertise to create breathtaking experiences that resonate long after the performance is over.
Kersten Stevens, Queen of the Violin
Kersten Stevens is a genre-defying artist and composer whose electrifying, luminous performances turn every stage into a sanctuary. Her performances have moved icons like President Barack Obama, Angela Bassett, Babyface, USHER, and Denzel Washington.
Robin Fierce, Connecticut's Fiercest Drag Queen
Strutting her way from Hartford to Hollywood, Robin is just the right amount of sugar and spice! As the Sun's first-ever halftime drag performer, Robin is most notably recognized as one of the cast members of RuPaul's Drag Race. She's known for her great energy, beautiful style, and an energy full of light!
Miah V
At just 15, Miah Velasquez -- a.k.a. Miah V -- is a rising multihyphenate in dance, music, and film. Known for her standout hip-hop style, she's performed at NY Fashion Week, starred in a GRAMMYs MasterCard commercial, and danced for multiple major acts, like the Brooklyn Nets, KIDZ BOP, Nickelodeon, and Mariah Carey's tour directed by Debbie Allen. Now expanding into music, Miah trains with Grammy-winning producer Gabe Roland. Offstage, she leads the #MimiCares initiative, supporting young dancers globally.
Michael Jackson Tribute from Sun Dance Teams
The Shine Squad and the Sunbursts Junior Dance Team collabed to create a one-of-a-kind, show-stopping Michael Jackson tribute halftime performance, blending the King of Pop with dance royalty of the WNBA!
Cupid
An American R&B singer best known for his 2007 hit single "Cupid Shuffle," Cupid began is music career singing in his church choir and later transitioned into R&B, bringing with him a smooth vocal style and an ear for catchy melodies. The Cupid Shuffle became a cultural phenomenon, frequently played at parties, weddings, and school dances, while also landing him a spot on the Billboard Hot 100.