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Cirque de la tristesse

A NEW PERSPECTIVE ON SADNESS,

A LITTLE BIT OF LONELINESS

& AN ODE TO CURIOSITY

Cirque de la Tristesse explores the beauty hidden within

sadness, loneliness, and melancholy. Through a mix of traditional circus elements and emotional vulnerability, it asks how tragedy and isolation can be expressed through contemporary circus. The performance uses physicality and objects to embody emotions like fear and fragility, inviting the audience to see the poetry in the darkest moments of life. Instead of seeking entertainment, viewers are invited to experience the necessity and beauty of melancholy.

 

Work in progress - Premier: Season 2026/27

Indoor - black box

Audience: 14+

Tanz der koffer

A funny dance with suitcases

Tanz der Koffer explores the happiness hidden within silliness, conflicts and the simple moments of life. Through a mix of traditional circus elements and emotional vulnerability, it asks how connection and absurdity can be expressed through contemporary circus. The performance uses physicality and objects to embody emotions like connection and conflict, inviting the audience to see the poetry in taking life less serious from time to time. Instead of seeking deep meaning, viewers are invited to experience the necessity and beauty of the simple sensation of joy.

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Pre-Premier: June 2025

Outdoor - Street Show 

Children & Family Audience

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© 2025 Cirkontrast - Lara Schönthal - Noé Colin

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