Rounding off a hugely successful global tour, including a smash hit Edinburgh Fringe run, critically acclaimed Circolombia comes to London to headline the Underbelly Southbank Festival. Witness the explosive power of fourteen performers, deliver some of the most technically challenging circus skills including; the Russian Bar, ‘teeth hang’ the jaw dropping aerial act and unconceivable frontal perch as mindboggling risk is taken live on stage. Coupled with original music and electrifying singers, Circolombia delivers world-class, gravity defying performances that will have audiences shaking their heads in disbelief and dancing in the aisles to the beat-heavy soundscape.
The electrifying troupe bring their unique and visceral performance style inspired by Colombia’s diverse communities to every spectacular performance. Circolombia features the raw, fearless power of fourteen of the most talented performers across the country, capturing the relentless pace of life and Colombian energy. Delivering world-class, gravity defying performances coupled with mind-boggling skill and a willingness to take terrifying risks on stage, Circolombia promises a show audiences will never forget.
Best described as a ‘circo-concierto’ (circus concert) due to the integral role music plays throughout the show. With daring circus artists singing and rapping live to an original score whilst performing jaw dropping acrobatic feats, music is not just important to the show, it’s essential. Circolombia showcases incredible circus skills performed with an infectious energy and extraordinary dynamism that constitutes the hallmark of Circolombia’s artists. This combination of a powerful, original soundtrack with live performance alongside raw, wild individual and collective energy garnered by the troupe on stage creates a genuineness and authenticity that is rare in contemporary circus.
