Show Lab is a creative, process-driven workshop for women, trans and non-binary people of all skill levels and types (not just circus!) who want to explore how shows are made.
Across the sessions, participants will work together sharing ideas, experimenting with movement and performance, and collaboratively devising material toward a group show outcome. While there will be space for solo and duo exploration, the focus is on building a cohesive group work and learning how individual ideas contribute to a larger performance.
What to expect:
Collaborative devising and idea generation
Tools for working creatively as an ensemble
Exploring structure, themes, and performance concepts
Guided group development toward a shared show outcome
Opportunities to experiment, take risks, and refine ideas in a safe environment
Who can join:
Women, trans and non-binary people
All skill levels and backgrounds welcome
Circus, dance, theatre, movement, music, or something else entirely
No previous devising experience required
Availability:
- Term 1 Sundays from 7th Feb (9 weeks) | 1:30–3:30pm
- Plus tech & show dates (details to be confirmed)
If you have any questions, please email development@vulcana.org.au
Details
You will learn
- Learn ways of devising and working together as an ensemble
- Work together towards a show outcome
You will get
- Explore ideas as a group
- Opportunity for solo and double exploration but focus on group show development
Appropriate for
Women, trans and non binary folk 18+ & all skill levels and types (not just circus!) welcome
Preparation
What to bring
- Water bottle and snack
What to wear
Comfortable clothing you can go upside down in.
Your Teacher
Chloë Callistemon is a multidisciplinary artist with a practice that spans multimedia, photography, film, poetry, and circus aerials. Her poetry has been published in Australia and internationally, and her collaborative and cross-disciplinary projects have been presented at festivals including Queensland Poetry Festivals 2014-19. Chloë is a long-term member and trainer with Vulcana Circus, and has performed in cabarets and and community shows including Rear Vision (2020), Circus in a Tea Cup (2021), and Impact (2023), and conceived and performed in Cirquetry (2019) fusing circus and poetry. Chloë is a professional arts photographer. chloecallistemon.com
Organized by
Vulcana Circus
836 reviewsHere at Vulcana Women’s Circus, we run workshops for adults and kids and teens, and we develop community projects with all kinds of different communities, the focus always being on creativity and empowerment through circus. You can book us for gigs, workshops or hire our space at the Stores Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse.
Vulcana’s circus workshop and performance projects engage a broad range of community participants and work in partnership with arts and community organisations to create opportunities for cultural expression and community development. In a safe, playful space we encourage participants to be themselves with joy and push the boundaries of what is achievable as one or in a group.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
- A transfer can be requested anytime before the class starts. Free of charge.
- A credit note can be requested 2 days before the class starts. An admin fee of AU$20.00 applies.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.
Terms & Conditions
https://www.vulcana.org.au/terms-and-conditions
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