Sexual Violence: Circus As a Tool For Reconstruction
The AFD (Agence Française de Développement) recently released a video about a new project they support called CAMELEON, where they…
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Asia
Performers to Showcase Taiwan Culture in St. Vincent and Grenadines
Taipei, July 15 (CNA) Taiwanese performing arts troupe Formosa Circus Art (FOCA) will visit Saint Vincent and the Grenadines this…
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Mongolia-Bound: A Month-Long Contortion Pilgrimage
Contortion is sprinkled through cultures the world over. Maybe mention of this performing art makes you think of the explosive…
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Vietnamese Contemporary Circus Makes it to Sydney Opera House
Using bamboo as the main equipment and highlighting its role in Vietnamese culture, the show at the Sydney Opera House…
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These Cambodian Performers Are Using The Circus Arts To Heal Intergenerational Trauma
During the Khmer Rouge genocide in Cambodia, the threat of violence and death permeated daily life. Leader Pol Pot’s brutal…
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New Publication Circus in Dis-Comfort Zones addresses Social Circus Projects with Refugees and Asylum Seekers
In their recent newsletter, The Caravan International Youth and Social Circus Network reported that a new publication about social circus…
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Highlights of Media Preview of 2019 Seoul Circus Festival: Circus Cabaret
A South Korean artist performs at a media preview of the 2019 Seoul Circus Festival: Circus Cabaret in Seoul, South…
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Circus Acts by Vietnamese Troupes to Brighten Up the Summer
HANOI (Viet Nam News/ANN) — Amazing circus acts performed by artists nationwide will be presented during a circus festival held…
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Urs Pilz Celebrated World Circus Day in China
Urs Pilz, President of the World Circus Federation, promoted circus culture and celebrated World Circus Day in China at the Chimelong…
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Highlighting The Asian Social Circus Association
The American Circus Educators (part of AYCO) have made their leap from print to digital final by adopting a website…
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Chinese Acrobatic Troupe Wins International Prize
An Inner Mongolia autonomous region acrobatic troupe has won the Golden Bear Award – the top prize at the International…
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Mother of the Nation Festival in Abu Dhabi Welcomes First Visitors
Abu Dhabi: Decked in festive colours, the fourth edition of the Mother of the Nation Festival opened in the capital…
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A Project Turning Frowns Upside Down for Children of War
For almost five years now in Turkey’s Southeastern city of Mardin, local and foreign volunteer teachers at the Her Yerde…
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Cirque du Soleil Withdrew From China Show as Tensions Mounted
As diplomatic relations grew tenser between Canada and China last month, one of Canada’s most recognizable entertainment companies withdrew from…
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Using Circus Tricks to Teach Social Skills
BRATTLEBORO — The day the girls were leaving Learning Beyond camp and going back to their orphanage in Mumbai, 15-year-old…
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3 Days with Awaji Art Circus in Japan
Have you heard of Awaji island in Japan? Speaking of Japan, it’s rare to meet people who can name more…
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International Teams to Participate in Palestine Circus Festival
Several international groups are to participate in the Palestine Circus Festival, set to take place in 32 locations across the…
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Cirque du Soleil Saudi Show Will Go On, Despite Spat With Canada
Saudi Arabia’s spat with Canada may have affected the currency, maple syrup imports and thousands of Saudi students abroad, but…
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La Perle: Be Transported to Another World
As Dubai’s only resident theatre extravaganza, La Perle, celebrates its first year anniversary, we discover what’s new, how to learn…
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Meet Rajesh Mudki, the Only Indian in Cirque du Soleil’s New Show Bazzar
Rajesh Mudki, a Mallakhamb champion from Santacruz, is the only Indian in Cirque du Soleil’s new show Bazzar, which will…
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Japan’s Only Circus School in Gunma Pref. Closes Due to Decline in Students
MIDORI, Gunma — Japan’s only school teaching circus performances located in the mountains here temporarily closed the curtains on its…
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Could Japan Have Its Own Cirque du Soleil?
When the circus comes to town in most parts of the world these days, you won’t see elephants, tigers or…
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Kids with Autism Find Passion and Growth in Circus Arts
HANOI — Autism doesn’t just affect individuals. It is a condition that burdens entire families. It takes over whole lives…
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Daniel Lamarre: India Will Influence Evolution of Cirque du Soleil
Cirque du Soleil will mark the world premiere of its touring show “Bazzar” in India soon. The country will play…
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French Clowns Bring Joy to Vietnamese Kids
The children also interact with the clowns, who are members of a French troupe called the Be Clown Company. With…
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A Circus School Celebrates Palestinian Identity
BIRZEIT, Palestine—Music and laughter are all that can be heard under a circus tent in this town near Ramallah in…
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Even When I Fall Documentary Review: A Big Enough Tent for All
Just because you work in a circus doesn’t mean you’re a prostitute.” This is a statement of feminist support, a…
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Cirque du Soleil Heads to Saudi Arabia In New Deal
The Saudi Arabian royalty tour of Hollywood is resulting in some industry partnerships. On Wednesday, at an event at the…
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250 Years of Circus: The Street Origins of Foot Juggling
I began acrobatics 15 years ago when I was 7 years-old. I started to train in foot juggling in 2008….
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Circus Celebrates its Fifth Year
Siem Reap’s ultra-funky Cambodian circus Phare celebrates its fifth anniversary this month, and its director of sales and marketing Craig…
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International Artists Join Circus Gala During Tet
NDO – As many as 50 talented circus performers from Russia, the US, Ukraine and Mongolia, along with domestic ones,…
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Exclusive: Aerial Performer Sam Panda Breaks Silence on her near Fatal Bali Accident
American aerial artist Sam Panda made headlines last month when she fell October 26th, performing at Finn’s Beach Club Canggu…
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Acrobat Drops 13-feet and Breaks Neck After Rig Snaps During Live Performance at Canggu Beach Club, Desperate Bid Launched to Medevac Woman Out of Bali
Netizens are rallying to raise funds for an aerial acrobatic performer who broke her neck after falling 13 feet when…
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AEMI Comedy Festival in Shanghai, China
What happens when you take forty of the top clowns, magicians, physical comedians, stilt walkers and balloon artists and set…
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Franco Dragone Brings His Splashy Magic to Dubai
Franco Dragone was one of the key architects of Cirque Du Soleil’s unique theatrical style. Between 1985 and 1998, the…
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Four International Troupes Awarded the Golden Lion Cup at China Wuqiao International Circus Festival
The organizing committee announced the winners of the 16th China Wuqiao International Circus Festival, that is still in full swing until…
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O Yoon Heck, North Korean World Record Holder Acrobat Died
After the tragic accident during the IDOL Circus Festival in Moscow last week, O Yoon Heck (1996-2017), the acrobat who…
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A Women’s Circus School Is Growing in Gaza
If all goes as hoped, hundreds of Gazan girls will soon be swinging from trapezes. “I FELT AS FREE AS…
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US Artists Promote Education in Indonesian Slum through Circus
JAKARTA – A group of young American trapeze artists are using their art to promote education and religious tolerance in…
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Circus Training Is Changing the Lives of Victims of Sexual Abuse
The circus came for the girls of Cameleon Association Philippines, a Visayas‑based non‑government organization (NGO) founded by French National Laurence…
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The Waning Appeal of The Big Top in India
While some circus owners hope that with innovation they’ll be able to survive, others are not so optimistic. Dancing bears;…
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Sirkhane Social Circus School Helps Refugee Children in Turkey
Mardin, Turkey – When he was younger, Khaled Kasim grew accustomed to juggling multiple burdens. Now, the 15-year-old Syrian refugee…
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La Perle: How a Resident Show Can Boost Dubai’s Economy
When you mention Dubai to a tourist, it conjures images of the Burj Khalifa, sunny beaches and, of course, a…
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Circus Arts Help Syrian Children Make New Life
Laughter rings out and there is an atmosphere of excitement and joyful chaos. Children are perched on stilts, others spin…
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From Battambang to Canada: Circus Performers Make It Big
With talent and determination, it was a dream come true for Dina Sok and Sopha Nem. After being discovered in…
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Cirque du Vietnam Shows A Country In Transition
Within millimetres of the pavement, myriad motorcycles roar past, beeping furiously. Street vendors jostle for space with doormen of swank…
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Vietnamese Circus Artists Break World Record in Head-To-Head Balance Stunt
They succeeded at the first try in Spain this week, according to media reports. Vietnamese artists Giang Quoc Co and…
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A Fine Balance
It’s been 136 years since the first circus tent was pitched in India. And it is time now for the…
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Performing Acrobatics: the Nepali Circus That is Fighting the Slave Traders
She is suspended 15 feet above the ground, using only fabric to swing, suspend, spiral and wrap her body in…
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Rescued from Slavery, Nepali Performers Rediscover Magic of the Circus
LONDON (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – As a little girl, Doli from Nepal found it hard to resist the thrill of…
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Syrian Refugee Camp’s Circus School Spreads Confidence, Smiles, Hope
The school is helping displaced Syrian kids deal with the trauma of war. When Mohammad “Abu Qasem” Qusam Ghouzlan arrived with…
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The Amazing Pas De Deux by The Guang Dong Acrobatic Troupe
Performers: Wu Zhengdan & Wei Baohua You are about to enter a members-only zone.To share this article on your…
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The Peking Acrobats on Tour
A traditional Chinese circus tours America without blending into or borrowing from the culture. For one day in early February…
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Swan Lake: “The four little swans turned into four small frogs”
Performed by: Guangzhou Military Performance Group You are about to enter a members-only zone.To share this article on your CircusTalk…
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Married to the Circus, and to This Country
They are Belgian citizens, but they’d rather be in this part of Kerala with its circus legacy than go back…
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