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SUMMARY:Period Drama Presented by Olga Kaleta - Circomedia
DESCRIPTION:Period Drama by Olga Kaleta (with integrated BSL by Sherrie Eugene-Hart) is a surreal\, episodic dark comedy about mental health\, identity & recovery that mixes autobiographical storytelling with circus & bold physicality. A deep dive into the question of wellness through a feminist lens\, via slasher flicks\, bloody knickers & the existential dilemmas of insects. \nDirected by Laura Murphy & Nicole A’Court-Stuart and Produced by Thea Woodrow. \nAge guide: 16+ Frank discussion of sexuality and mental health\, strong language.
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/period-drama-presented-by-olga-kaleta-circomedia/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315
DTSTAMP:20260525T234847
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SUMMARY:Shed-ache - Circomedia
DESCRIPTION:Presented by aKa Dance Theatre \nshed-ache is a seriously silly dance theatre show that transports little people and their grown ups to a world that sits somewhere between reality and make believe. Two friends (three if you count the shed) get up to all sorts whilst faced with downpours\, lava floors and socks falling out of the sky.  \nshed-ache is about the give and take of friendship\, the power of imagination and the importance to embrace experiences whatever the weather. Be prepared to be blown away by aKa’s brand new family-friendly show which is bright and sunny. With 100% chance of laughter.  For ages 2+ and their families. \nFeatured Image: Jake Grant Photography
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/shed-ache-circomedia/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260322
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SUMMARY:Circomedia Gala 2026
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to the fundraising event of the season – The Circomedia Gala! \nPrepare for a dazzling evening of circus\, performance and jollity that will entertain and amaze you. Expect aerial artistry\, awe-inspiring juggling\, acrobatics\, and appearances from special guests from across the creative industry. The line-up will include a Cirque du Soleil aerialist and exceptional juggling choreography from a member of the world-renowned Gandini Juggling\, alongside incredible displays of talent from our very own students. More to be announced! \nYou are invited to ‘dress to impress’ as you join us for this sparkling event presented in a cabaret style. We’ll provide a glass of fizz\, some food and table service to make your evening extra special.
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/circomedia-gala-2026/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260525T234847
CREATED:20251203T141750Z
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SUMMARY:Counterweight by Levantes Dance - Circomedia
DESCRIPTION:Exploring counterweighting through a unique lens; one shaped by the duo’s partnership as a married couple and the nuances of their size and weight difference. \nLevanted Dance\, who brought us ‘The Band’ in 2025\, are delving into how this physical dialogue can inform narrative\, emotion and trust\, while also imagining what other elements (equipment\, props or materials) might enrich and expand the creative process.  \n  \nFeatured Image: Foteini Christofilopoulou
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/counterweight-by-levantes-dance-circomedia/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260525T234847
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SUMMARY:Final Major Projects 2026 - Circomedia
DESCRIPTION:Join us over three nights to experience a mini-festival of new works presented by the graduating students from Circomedia’s degree programme! \nWith a selection of different acts each night\, this is a fantastic opportunity to support and celebrate the circus artists of the future as they showcase their circus and performance skills.
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/final-major-projects-2026-circomedia/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
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SUMMARY:Final Major Projects - Presented by Circomedia’s Third-Year Degree Students
DESCRIPTION:Join Circomedia over four nights to experience a mini-festival of new works presented by the  graduating students from their degree programme! \nWith a selection of different acts each night\, this is a fantastic opportunity to support and celebrate the circus artists of the future as they showcase their circus and performance skills. \nFeatured Image: Bea Blade \n 
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/final-major-projects-presented-by-circomedias-third-year-degree-students/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260525T234847
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SUMMARY:Free Circus in St. Paul’s - Portland Square
DESCRIPTION:Circus in St. Paul’s – Presented in partnership with Diverse Artists Network as part of Diaspora! \nThe free and unticketed drop-in event at Portland Square\, will see participatory circus and performance workshops and shows and Caribbean food\, music and more. \nAimed at ages 3 – 12 and their grown-ups \nLocation: Portland Square\, outside St. Paul’s Church\, BS2 8SJ \nHead to Portland Square this Early May Bank Holiday weekend for a fantastic\, diaspora-led day of free\, family friendly activities. \nThe day is being organised in partnership with Aid Box Community and will be led by\, with and for people for Bristol’s wider diaspora community. \nFeatured Image: Circomedia
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/free-circus-in-st-pauls-portland-square/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260507
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260509
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SUMMARY:Final Major Projects - Presented by Circomedia’s Third-Year Degree Students
DESCRIPTION:Join Circomedia over four nights to experience a mini-festival of new works presented by the  graduating students from their degree programme! \nWith a selection of different acts each night\, this is a fantastic opportunity to support and celebrate the circus artists of the future as they showcase their circus and performance skills. \nFeatured Image: Bea Blade
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/final-major-projects-presented-by-circomedias-third-year-degree-students-2/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260525T234847
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SUMMARY:Ensembles - Circomedia’s Second-Year Degree Students
DESCRIPTION:Ensembles Presented by Circomedia’s Second-Year Degree Students. \nDevised by Circomedia’s second year degree students\, Ensembles celebrates the idea of working collaboratively to create a performance about complicity. The performance reveals themes of synchronicity\, discovery and commonality. The process of devising combines contemporary trends in circus and physical theatre with whimsy\, ingenuity and daring. \nFeatured Image: Circomedia
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/ensembles-circomedias-second-year-degree-students/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTSTAMP:20260525T234847
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SUMMARY:Down the Rabbit Hole - Circomedia
DESCRIPTION:Down the Rabbit Hole Presented by Circomedia’s Second-Year BTEC Students. \nDown the Rabbit Hole is a bold\, high-energy journey through Wonderland\, reimagining the classic story of ‘Alice in Wonderland’ with a spectacular circus twist. \nExpect elegant aerial\, daring acrobatics\, dynamic tumbling\, handstands and juggling\, woven into inventive storytelling and brought to life through a cast of unforgettable characters. From the formidable Queen of Hearts to the chaotic Mad Hatter and the mischievous Tweedledum and Tweedledee\, Wonderland has never looked like this before. \nFeatured Image: Circomedia BTEC
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/down-the-rabbit-hole-circomedia/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTSTAMP:20260525T234847
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SUMMARY:TRANS/FORM - Circomedia
DESCRIPTION:TRANS/FORMPresented by House of Bousse. \nLook inside us\, we know you want to. You’re curious; what makes us tick? What’s between our legs? What is it that makes us… human? \nAre we everything you’ve read about? \nThis is a retaliation against the social dissection of trans bodies\, where our emotions and experiences are splayed on a cold operating table. \nFeatured Image: House of Bousse
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/trans-form-circomedia/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTSTAMP:20260525T234847
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SUMMARY:The Curtain Calls - Circomedia
DESCRIPTION:The Curtain Calls Presented by In A Pickle Circus & Circomedia. \nHave you heard the nattering and the clattering? The circus is coming to town! \nCreated by a company of our talented graduating BA degree students\, The Curtain Calls is a joyful\, high-energy show that celebrates the extraordinary spirit of circus life. Follow a cast of unforgettable characters as friendships are tested\, romances blossom\, and the whole show lands in quite a pickle. More info & tickets: https://www.circomedia.com/the-curtain-calls/ \nFeatured Image: @flr.photography
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/the-curtain-calls-circomedia/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260621
DTSTAMP:20260525T234847
CREATED:20260423T092828Z
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SUMMARY:End of Year Show Presented by Circomedia’s First-Year Degree Students
DESCRIPTION:Join Circomedia for an evening of energy\, elegance\, and playful sophistication by their first year degree students. Taking inspiration from the vibrant performance culture of the 1930s\, when vaudeville ruled the stage\, this show reimagines the past through the lens of contemporary circus. We invite you to glimpse the mischievous charm and graceful spectacle that came before us and that continues to inspire performers today. \nFeatured Image: Circomedia \n 
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/end-of-year-show-presented-by-circomedias-first-year-degree-students/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260702
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DTSTAMP:20260525T234847
CREATED:20260423T093815Z
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SUMMARY:Pride Circus Night - Circomedia
DESCRIPTION:Pride Circus Night – Presented by Bristol Pride \nRoll Up\, Roll Up – the incredible Bristol Pride Circus returns to Circomedia for one night only! \nJoin us to celebrate Pride\, community and circus with performers from around the globe\, all  bringing you something special. \nPrepare to be dazzled by a gravity-defying\, comedic\, and steamy show filled with circus from  talented and inspiring LGBT+ performers who dare to challenge and amuse you with their  exceptional skills. \nFeatured Image: Vonalina Cake
URL:https://backstagebristol.com/event/pride-circus-night-circomedia/
LOCATION:Circomedia\, BS2 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Circomedia
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