Circus & Poetry
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Watch on YouTube insteadA poetic evening that blurs the boundaries: Circus & Poetry combines classical literature with modern circus art to create an experience brimming with poetry, movement and emotion. Poems by Rainer Maria Rilke, a moving adaptation of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and impressive acrobatics by Selina and Chris merge into a sensuous overall composition. Between words and physical art, a space emerges in which language soars and acrobatics tells a story. Sigrid Grün, Julian Bellini and Michael Heiduk lend voice and soul to the texts, whilst Selina and Chris transform the stage into a poetic circus with excerpts from their latest creation.
Who's performing
Julian Bellini
Julian Bellini is a circus artist and performer who combines acrobatics, movement and construction to create poetic, abstract images. Using simple materials such as wooden poles and ropes, he creates ephemeral works that are constantly being reborn, straddling the boundary between sculpture and performance.
Sigrid Grün
Sigrid Grün is a freelance artist and author with training in drama and a background in German studies, philosophy and comparative cultural studies. Her artistic work combines stage presence with a keen sense of language, poetry and subtle nuances.
Highlights
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