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Circus performer for schools tour with Halfpace Theatre

National Centre for Circus Arts

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Closes

October 27, 2026, 6 days left

Effort

About 3 hours

Cost to apply

Free

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What it is

A paid performer role in an R&D project combining planetary and space science with circus arts, developing a show for KS3 students (ages 11-14) about exoplanets and the Plato space mission. The role involves acrobatic and object manipulation performance, facilitation of science workshops (around 2 hours), and a 1-hour performance during schools tours. The project is funded by Arts Council England, the UK Space Agency, and the Royal Society of Chemistry.

Who it is for

A male-presenting circus performer with skills in acrobatics and object manipulation (juggling, poi, or staff) who can also facilitate science workshops.

Open to artists in United Kingdom.

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Where

United Kingdom

When

October 27, 2026, 6 days left

Runs January 18, 2027 to June 16, 2027

What you get

£650 per week for R&D weeks in London (18-29 January, 22 February-5 March 2027) and performances on 24 May and 16 June in Wokingham, with travel provided; paid training for workshop facilitation included.

What you need to apply

  • A short statement on why you are interested in the project, up to 1 words
  • Your CV
  • Video links to previous work

How long it takes

About 3 hours

Medium application. Estimated from the 3 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

Free

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Go to the application

https://www.nationalcircus.org.uk/opportunity/circus-performer-for-schools-tour-with-halfpace-theatre/