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Inspiring. Circus. Arts.
The online journal Inspiring. Circus. Arts. takes a look behind the scenes. We explore trends, challenges and creative processes in the circus arts, introducing young talents and leading experts from the international circus scene.​
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High-Tech on Tour – at the Swiss National Circus Knie
The Swiss National Circus Knie is touring this year with "Kinetic Balls" and an LED stage. This complex and impressive technology presents particular challenges for touring operation.

Daniel Burow
May 24
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Time to shine - Stage lighting in circus
Lighting design is where creativity and technology meet. Modern stage lighting technology offers countless possibilities for creating effects and atmosphere in shows. Its use in circuses comes with unique challenges.

Daniel Burow
May 23
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The five Ws - Jenny Nemeth
Jenny Nemeth comes from a sixth-generation circus family in Hungary. She is answering to the questions of "The Five Ws".

Daniel Burow
May 15
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Zirkus Charles Knie – With Water Circus to new Success
Among touring circuses, Zirkus Charles Knie, led by Sascha Melnjak, is a successful example of a change of concept. For four years, it has been touring successfully with an impressive water show.

Daniel Burow
May 13
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"Ale-up" - A Ukrainian youth circus as a talent factory
The Ale-up youth circus in Kyiv and its coach Oleg Kurinsky regularly produce top talent. Even under difficult conditions, the work with the youbg people continues.

Daniel Burow
Apr 30
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"Diaries in Motion" - A new Journey Begins
The new Scenic Circus show production will be titled "Diaries in Motion" and will premiere in September of this year. The diary of the diary now starts here. Blog posts will provide insights into the creation of the show from now on.

Daniel Burow
Apr 26
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Generation Change - A Conversation with Vivian Paul
Vivian Paul is following in her father's footsteps and taking on more and more responsibility at Roncalli. I spoke with her about how she's growing into her new role.

Daniel Burow
Apr 17
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The Anatomy of a Circus Act
Circus acts are an art form. World-class acts combine technique and storytelling, explains artist and producer Jasmine Straga.

Daniel Burow
Mar 24
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Zirkus Mond - Circus as Subculture
Since its founding in 2018, Zirkus Mond has developed into a meeting place for the artist community in Berlin and beyond.

Daniel Burow
Mar 20
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The five Ws - Judit Horvath
Judit Horvath made her childhood dream become reality and performs on the dance trapeze. She anwered our quesions in the "Five Ws" series.

Daniel Burow
Mar 15
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Lotta und Stina - 20 Years Later
Looking back to a career in circus, Varieté and street theater, Lotta and Stina present their show "20 Years Later - Still Here!"

Daniel Burow
Mar 10
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Festival Internacional del Circ Elefant d'Or Girona 2025
The 13th Girona International Circus Festival attracted the international circus world. We report on trends and award winners.

Daniel Burow
Feb 25
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The five Ws - Anna Demeter
Anna Demeter lives her dream as a cloud swing artist. She is starting our interview series "The five Ws".

Daniel Burow
Feb 22
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Aerial Gymnastics: From the Origins to Modern Developments
This article by Oleg Pospelov was originally published on CircusLife.com.ua. It explores the history and present of aerial gymnastics.

Oleg Pospelov
Feb 10
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44. Festival Mondial du Cirque de Demain Paris 2025
There is probably no other place where you can see trends and styles in circus arts as well as in Paris. We report on this year's festival.

Daniel Burow
Feb 5
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"People Watching" - Innovative Circus Arts from Montreal
The Canadian collective "People Watching" presents their debut work "Play Dead" at the Chamäleon Theater in Berlin.

Daniel Burow
Jan 31
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Monte-Carlo 2025 - Festival Briefing
Great troupes and great performances - a summary of the 47th International Circus Festival of Monte-Carlo

Daniel Burow
Jan 24
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Irina Naumenko – A Journey from Circus Performer to Casting Advisor
Irina Naumenko performed for many years as a handstand artist at Cirque du Soleil. Today she works in the casting department.

Daniel Burow
Jan 22
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You should be able to be a child in the circus
For a circus that is oriented towards its audience

Daniel Burow
Jan 4
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Anett Simmen - Wanderer between the circus genres
Anett Simmen is directing the Christmas productions of Circus Probst. As a director, choreographer and producer, she is at home in...

Daniel Burow
Jan 2
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