Nofit State Circus: Bamboo

 

 

A Mwldan | Cardigan Castle Co-Promotion

 

EVENT TAKES PLACE AT CARDIGAN CASTLE

***UPDATE 15 AUGUST***

Following further consultation with Nofit State Circus we intend that today’s performances of Bamboo will go ahead as planned (4.30pm / 7.30pm) 

Please do bring waterproof coats/clothing and footwear, but please do not bring umbrellas as these can restrict the view for others.

The site and box office at the castle will be open from one hour before each performance start time

 

A spectacular new high-impact, high-skill outdoor circus production using only bamboo and human bodies - revealing the fragility and beauty of our interconnected and interdependent life on this planet.

 

The artists arrive at an empty stage, bringing bundles of bamboo. They build towering sculptures which morph, transform and become an improbable, delicate circus playground that seems to defy the laws of physics. 

Inhabited by world-class circus artists and acrobats, the structures bend, and flex, adding to the tension, drama, and sense of jeopardy that lies at the heart of great circus. 

A meaningful, joyful performance with live music, comedy and amazing feats of strength and agility. We celebrate what’s possible when humans and the natural world trust each other and work in harmony.

BAMBOO is a partnership between NoFit State, Imagineer and Orit Azaz, directed by Mish Weaver. It is supported by the Arts Council of Wales, the Foyle Foundation, and Without Walls, and commissioned by Stockton International Riverside Festival, Norfolk & Norwich Festival, Hat Fair and Timber Festival.

BAMBOO was developed out of a collaboration between Imagineer, Orit Azaz and NoFit State to explore what circus structures, stories and performance can be created with UK-grown bamboo. For more information, visit our Bamboo Circus R&D page. 

 

£9 / £6 Children

•        A family show with a running time of approximately 45 minutes.

•         Seating is provided at this event. We politely request that you DO NOT BRING YOUR OWN CAMPING CHAIRS onto the site.

•         Toilets will be available on-site.

•         A bar with hot and cold drinks and snacks will be available on site. Please do not bring any alcohol or glass onto site.

•         Please do not bring umbrellas as these can restrict the view for others.

•         No smoking or vaping is permitted on site.

•         This is an open-air event. We advise customers to wear appropriate footwear and to bring a jacket / warm layer  

•         This event will not be possible in wet weather. We will monitor the weather closely in advance of the show and contact bookers in the event of any necessary changes.      

•        The site has level access for wheelchair users and those with limited accessibility. Please contact our box office should you have any specific mobility requirements so that we can best accommodate your needs.

•         There is no public parking on site, however there are a number of paid public car parks available nearby.

•         For events no dogs except for guide dogs are allowed on-site.

•         The Castle grounds will be open an hour before the performance start time.

•         Tickets are sold on a non-refundable basis.

•         Mwldan is the sole ticketing outlet for these events. Tickets may be bought on the door, but this is strictly subject to availability. We advise booking in advance to avoid disappointment.

•         Please contact our box office on 01239 621 200 should you have any questions.

 

Other essential information can be found here:

15 August 4.30pm

15 August 7.30pm