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Circus and Physical Theatre Events in Bristol

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Bristol's Circus & Physical Theatre Scene

Unsurprisingly the best place to see live circus performances in Bristol as at the city’s own, physical theatre school - Circomedia. Fans of more experimental theatre performances should check out Ausform and Bristol’s May Fest theatre festival.

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Sell out warning! An inspired evening of readings and literary performance riffing on the revelatory ideas nestled within Robin Wall Kimmerer's Braiding Sweetgrass. Less a book, more a ceremony weaving indigenous eco-knowledge into Western thought - you don’t have to have read it in advance, but you really should! THIS IS NOT A BOOKCLUB "Braiding Sweetgrass" at Bristol Folk House.

Sell out warning! Bin Nolan! And descend into the mysteries of the ancient world with Crick Crack Club thespian and live performance storyteller Lucy Lill. She reimagines the words of Greece’s doom-dealing oracles, exploring their otherworldly power and the fine line between divine wisdom and political theatre. No refunds for bad omens… DOOM SCROLLS - the never-ending prophecies of the Sibyls at The Cube.

Sell out warning! West of England Design forum host the event of the year for illustrators, copywriters, web designers and all-round graphics bods. They’re bringing together four top speakers to explore the depths of language and visual communication, including Adobe / Google / 8 Faces typography svengali Elliot Jay Stocks + big brand scribe extraordinaire Sabrina Shim. UNION at Lantern Hall, Bristol Beacon.

Sell out warning! Ever wondered if your noble mission to save the world has wandered into the swamp of sanctimony? Author Anthea Lawson and organiser Liam Barrington-Bush discuss how to make positive change without getting lost in self-certainty, exploring how campaigners can stay open, humane and connected in the messy work of collective change. How Not to Save the World: Doing Good Without Annoying Everyone at Bookhaus.

What our editors say

“Creatures of the night it's time for a devilish fright! Drag behemoths The House of Mannington and Bristol's alt queer baddies Punka are joining forces for a Halloween Extravaganza like no other! Featuring drag, cabaret, live music and DJs. Don't miss this insane night of chills, thrills and spells. Performances from: MANLY MANNINGTON ERNEST THE DRAG KING MISS TERRI BOXX ASMARI ALITHAIRE KING CRIMSON ELLISE FUEGO BUNMI We have a live music headline set from the queen of metal baddie core CRAE WOLF!! PUNKA DJs round of the night with a DJ set full of alt pop and indie / rock bangers to keep you dancing into the early hours. Don't miss this show we have some surprises for you!”
From: House of Mannington X Punka: HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA

“Watch as discarded socks are stitched, swung, and swung from in a show that’s equal parts circus and sock-based existential crisis. Expect dazzling flips, daring balances, and a surprisingly moving ode to the lost art of darning. This is sustainability with sequins: a celebration of repair, reuse, and ridiculous footwear. Walk up spaces available on the day: £3 per family (of up to 4 people, to include at least 1 adult). The Sock Show by Can't Sit Still features as part of Trinity's Summer Den programme, running 10am-12 midday on Fridays. All children must be accompanied by an adult”
From: The Sock Show

“Sexquisite Events are an award winning performing arts company platforming the hottest sex worker artists, creating fierce, political and multi-disciplinary work. Come along to our bad bitch cabaret to celebrate how multi-talented + powerful sex workers are. You can expect: dance, burlesque, spoken word, song, comedy, pole + more! By supporting Sexquisite you are enabling us to create paid creative opportunities for those who work in the sex industry. Alongside this you are supporting us in our mission to destigmatise sex work through performance.”
From: Sexquisite July

“Step into the Big Top for NoFit State's 40th‑anniversary celebration CARNATION, a human, sensual rollercoaster of circus, live music, and cinematic spectacle. Boisterous, audacious, and charged with feeling, this large‑scale immersive show celebrates hope in rebellion, where breathtaking performance, bold live sound, and striking imagery collide as ordinary people do extraordinary things. Dates: 12 – 28 June Location: NoFit State Big Top Tent, Wilson Street, St Pauls, Bristol BS2 9HH Pricing: Standard £26 | Family tickets from £72 Over 65 | Unwaged | Student | Under 16 £18 Book now: www.booknow.NoFitState/Carnation Tickets are limited.”
From: CARNATION in Bristol: 12 - 28 June