Programme

 

 

 

Friday, 10.10.2025

19:00

Contemporary Circus Acts Competition

spektakl premierowy, z głosowaniem Publiczności

Opera Hall, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin / ok. 120’ with intermission / language: Polish, Polish Sign Language /age: all / tickets: 25-60 pln

 

Artists present unique short circus acts, showcasing the beauty and creativity of contemporary circus. Each piece competes for one of three main awards and special prizes, including the Audience Award.

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

Saturday, 11.10.2025

 

14:00

In Fluence / Circus Folie / Estonia

Ballet Hall, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin / 50’ / age: all / language: non-verbal/ tickets: 25-50 pln

Six young artists, with distance, imagination and circus mastery, reflect on the absurdity of everyday life, balancing between the world of media and the world of dreams. A story about being lost, seeking balance, and the light that always accompanies shadow.

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

 

 

16:00

Us / Compagnie Midnight / Belgium

Stage Dock, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin / 60’ / age: all / language: English / tickets: 25-50 pln

A glimpse into the daily life of two extraordinary representatives of the species Homo Sapiens Idioticus. An unrestrainable duo – they love risk, especially when knives are involved. Lots of knives.
They live in a small, chaotic world where everything can collapse at any moment.
An explosive mix of knife throwing, rebellious technology, and a whole bunch of terrible ideas.

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

 

 

18:00

Contemporary Circus Acts Competition

Show with jury participation and Audience voting

Opera Hall, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin /ok. 120’ with intermission / language: compiere – Polish, Polish Sign Language / age: all/ tickets: 25-60 pln

 

Artists present unique short circus acts, showcasing the beauty and creativity of contemporary circus. Each piece competes for one of three main awards and special prizes, including the Audience Award.

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

 

Sunday, 12.10.2025

14:00

In Fluence / Circus Folie / Estonia

Ballet Hall, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin  / 50’ / age: all / language: non-verbal/ tickets: 25-50 pln

Six young artists, with distance, imagination and circus mastery, reflect on the absurdity of everyday life, balancing between the world of media and the world of dreams. A story about being lost, seeking balance, and the light that always accompanies shadow.

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

 

 

 

16:00

Us / Compagnie Midnight / Belgium

Stage Dock, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin / 60’ / age: all / language: English / tickets: 25-50 pln

A glimpse into the daily life of two extraordinary representatives of the species Homo Sapiens Idioticus. An unrestrainable duo – they love risk, especially when knives are involved. Lots of knives.
They live in a small, chaotic world where everything can collapse at any moment.
An explosive mix of knife throwing, rebellious technology, and a whole bunch of terrible ideas.

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

 

 

 

18:00

Contemporary Circus Acts Competition

Show with jury verdict and award ceremony

Opera Hall, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin / ok. 150’ language: compiere – Polish, Polish Sign Language / age: all / tickets: 25-60 pln

 

Artists present unique short circus acts, showcasing the beauty and creativity of contemporary circus. Each piece competes for one of three main awards and special prizes, including the Audience Award.

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

 

Already behind us:

Friday, 26.09.2025

19:00

Polish Premiere:

Slavic / Sztukmistrze Foundation / Poland

  Rooftop of the Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin / 30’ / age: all / language: non-verbal / free entry

 

Polish Premiere! An expressive fire show that transports the audience into the world of Slavic culture. Flames and pyrotechnic effects merge with intense, rhythmic music to create a unique spectacle. Tradition is reimagined in a modern dimension, capturing the spirit of bygone times in a fresh, contemporary form.

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

Saturday, 27.09.2025

18:00

Spektrum / Sztukmistrze Foundation/ Poland

Ballet Hall, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin / 45’ / age: all / language: non-verbal / tickets: 25 – 50 pln

 

A performance that creates a unique artistic universe where elements of contemporary circus meet the language of physical theatre. The audience is transported into a grotesque world where optical illusions bring new shapes and creatures to life, while the artists craft an unrepeatable stage expression.

 

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

 

 

 

Sunday, 28.09.2025

18:00

Spektrum / Sztukmistrze Foundation / Poland

 

Ballet Hall, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin / 45’ / age: all / language: non-verbal / tickets: 25 – 50 pln

 

A performance that creates a unique artistic universe where elements of contemporary circus meet the language of physical theatre. The audience is transported into a grotesque world where optical illusions bring new shapes and creatures to life, while the artists craft an unrepeatable stage expression.

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

 

 

Thursday, 02.10.2025

19.00

Common Ground / Compagnie Common Ground /Belgium

Opera Hall, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin / 75’ / age: all / language: non-verbal / tickets: 25-50 pln

 

Six multi-award-winning artists who impress with mastery and courage, pushing the boundaries of human capability. With both grandeur and subtlety, the show expands limits – physical and mental alike. Combining humour, acrobatics and live music, it creates an exceptional experience: spectacular yet intimate. Common Ground moves and inspires – staying in the heart for a long time.

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

 

 

Friday, 03.10.2025

19:00

Common Ground / Compagnie Common Ground /Belgium

Opera Hall, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin / 75’ / age: all / language: non-verbal / tickets: 25-50 pln

 

Six multi-award-winning artists who impress with mastery and courage, pushing the boundaries of human capability. With both grandeur and subtlety, the show expands limits – physical and mental alike. Combining humour, acrobatics and live music, it creates an exceptional experience: spectacular yet intimate. Common Ground moves and inspires – staying in the heart for a long time.

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Saturday, 04.10.2025

 

 

16:00

Diaries in Motion / Scenic Circus / Ukraine-Germany

Ballet Hall, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin / 60’ / age: all / language: non-verbal/ tickets: 25-50 pln

 

Four artists from circus schools in Berlin, Montpellier and Kyiv take the audience on an emotional journey through dreams, struggle and the desire for freedom. Through contemporary circus, they tell a story of transformation — from isolation and limitation to rebellion, discovery and collective strength.

 

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

 

 

18:00

Radiant 2.0 / Sztukmistrze Foundation / Poland

Opera Hall, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin  / 60’ / age: all / language: non-verbal/ tickets: 25-50pln

 

Radiant is a show where breathtaking acrobatics intertwine with the artistic use of cutting-edge technology, forming an exceptionally spectacular performance.

Note: darkness and light effects.

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

Sunday, 05.10.2025

 

16:00

Diaries in Motion / Scenic Circus / Ukraine-Germany

Ballet Hall, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin / 60’ / age: all / language: non-verbal/ tickets: 25-50 pln

 

Four artists from circus schools in Berlin, Montpellier and Kyiv take the audience on an emotional journey through dreams, struggle and the desire for freedom. Through contemporary circus, they tell a story of transformation — from isolation and limitation to rebellion, discovery and collective strength.

 

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

 

 

 

18:00

Radiant 2.0 / Sztukmistrze Foundation / Poland

Opera Hall, Centre for the Meeting of Cultures, Lublin  / 60’ / age: all / language: non-verbal/ tickets: 25-50pln

 

Radiant is a show where breathtaking acrobatics intertwine with the artistic use of cutting-edge technology, forming an exceptionally spectacular performance.

Note: darkness and light effects.

 

(zobacz pełny opis i zdjęcia)

 

 

 

Finalists 2025

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