Beta Testing is a hotchpotch remix of juggling subculture and influences such as TED talks, The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy and a fear of the haddock.
In what began life as a blog, set up after a late night conversation about circus, art and how to make the perfect pizza, Beta Testing looks at the intricacies and probability of juggling.
Sparks, Udry and Pang share theory, secrets and more than a few laughs as they take us through throwing, catching and dropping.
You can watch the trailer here and read a review of the show here.
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30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)
Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.
Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.
This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.
See some of the rehearsal shots here.
Post-Show Discussion:
The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.
Tickets Discounts:
Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.
30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)
Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.
Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.
This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.
See some of the rehearsal shots here.
Post-Show Discussion:
The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.
Tickets Discounts:
Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.
30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)
Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.
Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.
This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.
See some of the rehearsal shots here.
Post-Show Discussion:
The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.
Tickets Discounts:
Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.
30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)
Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.
Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.
This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.
See some of the rehearsal shots here.
Post-Show Discussion:
The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.
Tickets Discounts:
Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.
30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)
Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.
Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.
This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.
See some of the rehearsal shots here.
Post-Show Discussion:
The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.
Tickets Discounts:
Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.
30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)
Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.
Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.
This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.
See some of the rehearsal shots here.
Post-Show Discussion:
The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.
Tickets Discounts:
Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.
30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)
Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.
Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.
This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.
See some of the rehearsal shots here.
Post-Show Discussion:
The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.
Tickets Discounts:
Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.
30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)
Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.
Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.
This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.
See some of the rehearsal shots here.
Post-Show Discussion:
The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.
Tickets Discounts:
Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.
30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)
Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.
Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.
This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.
See some of the rehearsal shots here.
Post-Show Discussion:
The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.
Tickets Discounts:
Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.
30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)
Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.
Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.
This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.
See some of the rehearsal shots here.
Post-Show Discussion:
The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.
Tickets Discounts:
Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.
30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)
Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.
Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.
This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.
See some of the rehearsal shots here.
Post-Show Discussion:
The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.
Tickets Discounts:
Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.
The closing night of our brand new commission is a chance to mark our birthday with you in style.
On this very special evening, come and celebrate with a performance of Gandini Juggling’s meta followed by a champagne reception with canapés, a chance to meet the artists and brilliant live music and entertainment at the post-show birthday party.
Read about meta HERE
The oh so hot right now Plastic Boom have created Water on Mars – a meteoric whiz of a show. Take three out of this world skillful young jugglers, six hands and thousands of catches. Add chocolate flies, back flips, giant card castles and magnetic jump ropes. Result: better than sex and as good as chocolate.
Think virtuoso juggling gone wild in this extrinsic playground experiment. Designed for spaceships and distant planets, Water On Mars is the future of juggling!
Co produced with Gandini Juggling, the fringe-storming producers of 4×4 andSmashed.
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We have introduced a Pay What You Decide policy for Postcards Festival 2016shows.
You can attend the shows without paying for a ticket beforehand, but tickets can be reserved in advance (max 4 per booking). When the show finishes, you will have the opportunity to make a donation – either by cash on the door or card at the Box Office.
It’s girls on top in this rip-roaring, trail-blazing night to remember! Hosted by the inimitable and award-winning Sh!t Theatre, Flappers brings together some of the most exciting talent from circus, comedy and live art. A range of acts will be announced over the coming weeks (keep your eyes fixed on us) and oh yes, did we mention they’re all female?
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We have introduced a Pay What You Decide policy for Postcards Festival 2016shows.
You can attend the shows without paying for a ticket beforehand, but tickets can be reserved in advance (max 4 per booking). When the show finishes, you will have the opportunity to make a donation – either by cash on the door or card at the Box Office.
Curated by Lucy Loves Circus
Doffing our cap to the traditions of vaudeville and the origins of circus and cabaret, acclaimed circus blogger Lu Cyrcus curates this very special night, led by Cirque du Soleil’s lead clown Sean Kempton. New and old combine in this evening of contemporary varieté, featuring everything from pole dancing to aerial rope and trapeze, where burlesque meets juggling kettle bells, with a dash of musical saw thrown in for good measure.
A night to tease, whisper and gasp – Ssshhh!
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We have introduced a Pay What You Decide policy for Postcards Festival 2016shows.
You can attend the shows without paying for a ticket beforehand, but tickets can be reserved in advance (max 4 per booking). When the show finishes, you will have the opportunity to make a donation – either by cash on the door or card at the Box Office.
Arriving with a caravan of hobby horses, two acrobats transform an empty stage into a charming circus ring with the help of a band of musicians. Making its London debut as part of Jacksons Lane’s Sirkus Finnish showcase, Around is a magical show that combines incredible skill, beautiful artistry and live music. Juggling, sword swallowing, hula hooping, acrobatics, clowning and a guitar-playing monkey will surprise and delight little ones and their families in this captivating spectacle.
For ages 4+
Arriving with a caravan of hobby horses, two acrobats transform an empty stage into a charming circus ring with the help of a band of musicians. Making its London debut as part of Jacksons Lane’s Sirkus Finnish showcase, Around is a magical show that combines incredible skill, beautiful artistry and live music. Juggling, sword swallowing, hula hooping, acrobatics, clowning and a guitar-playing monkey will surprise and delight little ones and their families in this captivating spectacle.
For ages 4+
Arriving with a caravan of hobby horses, two acrobats transform an empty stage into a charming circus ring with the help of a band of musicians. Making its London debut as part of Jacksons Lane’s Sirkus Finnish showcase, Around is a magical show that combines incredible skill, beautiful artistry and live music. Juggling, sword swallowing, hula hooping, acrobatics, clowning and a guitar-playing monkey will surprise and delight little ones and their families in this captivating spectacle.
For ages 4+
Arriving with a caravan of hobby horses, two acrobats transform an empty stage into a charming circus ring with the help of a band of musicians. Making its London debut as part of Jacksons Lane’s Sirkus Finnish showcase, Around is a magical show that combines incredible skill, beautiful artistry and live music. Juggling, sword swallowing, hula hooping, acrobatics, clowning and a guitar-playing monkey will surprise and delight little ones and their families in this captivating spectacle.
For ages 4+
Handmade In Highgate the Spring Show 13 -15 April 2018
Find 30 talented designer/makers, exhibiting and selling their unique creations at Handmade In Highgate. The Institute offers the perfect location and the perfect opportunity for visitors to meet and buy from the some of the most talented and prolific artist/designer/makers working in the UK today. Entrance is FREE and everyone is welcome.
The Highgate Literary & Scientific Institution
11 South Grove, Highgate, London N6 6BS
Open:
Friday 13 April: 6pm – 9pm
Saturday 14 April: 10am – 6pm
Sunday 15 April 10am – 5pm
Contact details:
E: handmadeinhighgate@gmail.com
FB: Handmadein Highgate
Twitter: @handmadeinhigh
Instagram: handmadeinhighgate
Handmade In Highgate the Spring Show 13 -15 April 2018
Find 30 talented designer/makers, exhibiting and selling their unique creations at Handmade In Highgate. The Institute offers the perfect location and the perfect opportunity for visitors to meet and buy from the some of the most talented and prolific artist/designer/makers working in the UK today. Entrance is FREE and everyone is welcome.
The Highgate Literary & Scientific Institution
11 South Grove, Highgate, London N6 6BS
Open:
Friday 13 April: 6pm – 9pm
Saturday 14 April: 10am – 6pm
Sunday 15 April 10am – 5pm
Contact details:
E: handmadeinhighgate@gmail.com
FB: Handmadein Highgate
Twitter: @handmadeinhigh
Instagram: handmadeinhighgate
Handmade In Highgate the Spring Show 13 -15 April 2018
Find 30 talented designer/makers, exhibiting and selling their unique creations at Handmade In Highgate. The Institute offers the perfect location and the perfect opportunity for visitors to meet and buy from the some of the most talented and prolific artist/designer/makers working in the UK today. Entrance is FREE and everyone is welcome.
The Highgate Literary & Scientific Institution
11 South Grove, Highgate, London N6 6BS
Open:
Friday 13 April: 6pm – 9pm
Saturday 14 April: 10am – 6pm
Sunday 15 April 10am – 5pm
Contact details:
E: handmadeinhighgate@gmail.com
FB: Handmadein Highgate
Twitter: @handmadeinhigh
Instagram: handmadeinhighgate
After moving from Germany to London over ten years ago to live and work in a more diverse community, renowned sword swallower, circus artist and dazzling burlesque artist Livia Kojo Alour learned that life-long feelings of self-hatred and otherness are part internalised racism and part survival techniques. With a successful career under her stage name MisSa, but tiring of playing someone else full-time, Black Sheep has been long in the making, serving as a candid autobiographical work and a euphoric reclamation of Livia’s identity and ongoing fortitude.
Black Sheep is a story about a Black woman finding love and a testament of personal strength, developed through transcending the white gaze, overcoming institutional racism and leaning into radical vulnerability. Securing her place as a pivotal UK Queer Black voice while telling her story via a heady mix of physical theatre, spoken word, song and sword swallowing, Black Sheep is timely, unsettling and deeply personal.
Suitable for ages 14+
After moving from Germany to London over ten years ago to live and work in a more diverse community, renowned sword swallower, circus artist and dazzling burlesque artist Livia Kojo Alour learned that life-long feelings of self-hatred and otherness are part internalised racism and part survival techniques. With a successful career under her stage name MisSa, but tiring of playing someone else full-time, Black Sheep has been long in the making, serving as a candid autobiographical work and a euphoric reclamation of Livia’s identity and ongoing fortitude.
Black Sheep is a story about a Black woman finding love and a testament of personal strength, developed through transcending the white gaze, overcoming institutional racism and leaning into radical vulnerability. Securing her place as a pivotal UK Queer Black voice while telling her story via a heady mix of physical theatre, spoken word, song and sword swallowing, Black Sheep is timely, unsettling and deeply personal.
Suitable for ages 14+
After moving from Germany to London over ten years ago to live and work in a more diverse community, renowned sword swallower, circus artist and dazzling burlesque artist Livia Kojo Alour learned that life-long feelings of self-hatred and otherness are part internalised racism and part survival techniques. With a successful career under her stage name MisSa, but tiring of playing someone else full-time, Black Sheep has been long in the making, serving as a candid autobiographical work and a euphoric reclamation of Livia’s identity and ongoing fortitude.
Black Sheep is a story about a Black woman finding love and a testament of personal strength, developed through transcending the white gaze, overcoming institutional racism and leaning into radical vulnerability. Securing her place as a pivotal UK Queer Black voice while telling her story via a heady mix of physical theatre, spoken word, song and sword swallowing, Black Sheep is timely, unsettling and deeply personal.
Suitable for ages 14+
Ready for a show that’s not just for kids?
This is a circus cabaret, and it’s for the whole family.
Brain Fools are bringing their fantastic circus friends on stage and showcasing their many talents. You’ll see performers juggle, spin, fly high in the sky and dazzle with amazing feats!
There will be family-friendly acts and exciting acrobatics. With a fabulous compère to keep you entertained between acts.
Brain Fools is led by Finn and Toffy, recent graduates of National Centre for Circus Arts.
Suitable for ages 3+
Ready for a show that’s not just for kids?
This is a circus cabaret, and it’s for the whole family.
Brain Fools are bringing their fantastic circus friends on stage and showcasing their many talents. You’ll see performers juggle, spin, fly high in the sky and dazzle with amazing feats!
There will be family-friendly acts and exciting acrobatics. With a fabulous compère to keep you entertained between acts.
Brain Fools is led by Finn and Toffy, recent graduates of National Centre for Circus Arts.
Suitable for ages 3+