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Showdown
Showdown is a cross between a talent show, a beauty pageant and the Hunger Games. You vote for your favourite as six fierce circus artists compete to become 'The New Face of Circus'. Book your tickets now:
Circus Flavours
The Barbican's infamous Conservatory is transformed into a stage for high-flying feats, mesmerising movement and hands-on workshops. Including two shows per day, aerial workshops and ground-based skills workshops.
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Bloom
Bloom is a magical open-air circus spectacle celebrating community, connection and the people of Shipley. Coming in September 2025.
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Seasons Learner Resources
Get primary school children excited to learn about nature with our free lesson plans for teachers. Includes free downloadable PDF guides and demonstration videos
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Homemade Circus teaches care home staff, circus artists wanting to work with older people and anyone with older relatives how to lead their own circus activity sessions!
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Tumble, toss and turn in this nimble twist on Hans Christian Andersen’s timeless tale. For ages 2+
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