Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Flipside Circus Empowering Communities Through Circus ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/news/) - [Form Test](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/form-test/) - [Expressions of Interest | We Live Here & Connect Project](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/expressions-of-interest-we-live-here-connect-project/) - Flipside has two exciting opportunities for Performance Program participants. We're seeking expressions of interest to join the 2026 national tour of We Live Here and/or join the development of new collaboration with Chimera Arts and Flipside Circus. Below you'll find details on each project and an application form. Submit your expression of interest here before - [February at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/february26-at-flipside/) - Waterways Sunday Fun Day, April Holiday Program Revealed, and Calling Artists for GLOW Fest! - [January at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/january-at-flipside/) - Welcome to 2026. Updates to the Training Program and huge news on Flipside alumni kicking goals! - [December at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/december25-at-flipside/) - Celebrating a Stellar 2025 - [October at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/october25-at-flipside/) - Flipside's Most Ambitious Show Yet, Giving Day Success, Summer of Circus, Waterways Opportunities - [September at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/september25-at-flipside/) - Giving Day 2025, Circus Weekends Celebration, Circus Centre Improvements, Vulcana is Seeking Young Circus Artists - [July at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/july25-at-flipside/) - A team back from tour, shows to get you inspired and Flipside Circus at Musgrave Park Family Fun Day! - [August at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/august25-at-flipside/) - Welcoming our New Head of Circus, Enter the 6 Degrees Ticket Giveaway, and Grab Your Tickets for Circus Weekends! - [Review: We Live Here (The Courier-Mail)](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-we-live-here-the-courier-mail/) - Brisbane Festival Review Michelle Collins, The Courier-Mail September 7, 2019 A CIRCUS by young people about death - We Live Here, is a hard sell. But it should be on every Brisbane Festival bucket list. The here is Hummingbird House, Queensland's only children's hospice and the production is based on the stories of its "guests", - [Review: We Live Here](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-we-live-here/) - By Geoff Lawrence Creative Futures Photography Deathfest, first seen in 2016, returns in a 2.0 version—Deathfest 2.0: A Duel with Death. Described as Australia’s first arts and culture festival on death, dying and the best way to live, the Metro Arts team has curated an important artistic response and provocation, designed to encourage discussions and - [Introducing Jian Nie – Flipside’s New Head of Circus](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/introducing-jian-nie-new-head-of-circus/) - Flipside Circus is excited to welcome Jian Nie as our new Head of Circus! - [June at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/june-at-flipside-2/) - It's been a particularly big month at Flipside. Flipside artists have been at Queensland Parliament House; at QPAC's Out of the Box Festival; in training, in schools; and on the road in regional and remote Queensland. Over 25,000 children attended this year's Out of the Box Festival and young Flipside artists were in the middle of it - performing throughout the festival and helping our trainers deliver workshops all week sharing their skills with young audiences and their families. - [April at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/april-2025-at-flipside/) - Term 2 classes are off and running at Flipside. If you haven't enrolled for Term 2 there's still time. - [May at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/may-at-flipside/) - Our first tour for 2025 is on the way home from the Gulf. Ellie, Aurora, and Luke have covered more than 6,150kms over the last five weeks performing The Cubby and running residency workshops. - [2024 - A year like no other at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/2024-a-year-like-no-other/) - 2024 was a challenging year for Flipside. In January, a fire nearly destroyed the venue we’d worked so hard to build. The fire forced us from our home for almost 10 months. It also caused the loss of over 75% of our ground apparatus and the almost total loss of our aerial and rigging equipment. - [January at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/january25-at-flipside/) - We're getting very close to moving back into our circus centre - last week the semi-sprung floor was reinstalled and as I'm typing the office and break out space are being repainted. We will be back in the space for our September holiday programs and Term 4. - [February at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/february-at-flipside/) - I was deeply honoured to accept the Gold Matilda on behalf of Flipside Circus at this year's Matilda Awards. This award represents the work of literally thousands of artists, staff, board members, and volunteers over the last 30+ years and the achievements of our extraordinary young people. - [March at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/march-at-flipside/) - It is just over 12 months since the fire at the Brisbane Circus Centre. This time last year we were finishing our emergency fire appeal and were running programs out of the Brisbane Powerhouse. - [October at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/october-at-flipside/) - Help us celebrate the return to the Brisbane Circus Centre with our first public events, Circus Weekends, on 3, 16, and 30 November. - [November at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/november-at-flipside/) - We're getting very close to moving back into our circus centre - last week the semi-sprung floor was reinstalled and as I'm typing the office and break out space are being repainted. We will be back in the space for our September holiday programs and Term 4. - [December at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/december24-at-flipside/) - We're getting very close to moving back into our circus centre - last week the semi-sprung floor was reinstalled and as I'm typing the office and break out space are being repainted. We will be back in the space for our September holiday programs and Term 4. - [Bring-a-Friend to Flipside Week!](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/bring-a-friend/) - You're invited to join a Flipside Circus class for a session of circus fun and Halloween dress-ups! - [September at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/september-at-flipside/) - We're getting very close to moving back into our circus centre - last week the semi-sprung floor was reinstalled and as I'm typing the office and break out space are being repainted. We will be back in the space for our September holiday programs and Term 4. - [August at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/august-at-flipside/) - We're getting very close to moving back into our circus centre - last week the semi-sprung floor was reinstalled and as I'm typing the office and break out space are being repainted. We will be back in the space for our September holiday programs and Term 4. - [We're Back! - Flipside Returns to the Brisbane Circus Centre](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/flipside-returns-to-the-brisbane-circus-centre/) - We're getting very close to moving back into our circus centre - last week the semi-sprung floor was reinstalled and as I'm typing the office and break out space are being repainted. We will be back in the space for our September holiday programs and Term 4. - [Trainer Spotlight: Zoe Joiner](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/trainer-spotlight-zoe-joiner/) - This month we would like to highlight the work of the one and only Zoe Joiner! Zoe wears many hats at Flipside Circus as a trainer, artist-in-residence (with Collective Circus) and venue coordinator. Zoe has been integral in managing operations across this year’s temporary venues while remaining dedicated to her students. Here’s what a few of - [June at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/june-at-flipside/) - June at Flipside | End of term 2, building repairs and a city filled with circus! | June 2024 Newsletter - [July at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/july-at-flipside/) - There's been a lot of activity at the Brisbane Circus Centre the last couple of weeks; the work to replace the roof is well underway and scaffolding is nearly complete along MacArthur Avenue ready to repaint the building exterior. We're also preparing to re-install our rigging systems - and generally getting excited about returning to - [March | This month at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/march-this-month-at-flipside/) - As I write Lucy Hunterland and Davy Sampford are touring Victoria performing Wilbur the Optical Whale with our friends Indelabiltityarts. We are also busy getting ready for our brand new show The Cubby to hit the road after Easter. And over the coming weeks will be cooking up some new programs and performances. At the same time, clean up works - [April at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/april-at-flipside/) - Last week I caught up with our engineers, builders, and the cleaning crew that have been hard at work repairing the Brisbane Circus Centre. Works are progressing well, the next big job is to remove the roof, clean the remaining smoke damage, and install a new roof. At this stage we expect to be back at home around - [Trainer Spotlight: Davy Sampford](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/trainer-spotlight-davy-sampford/) - Davy Sampford is a vital member of Australia’s contemporary circus community being a founding member of Rock n’ Roll Circus (now Circa), Briefs and Flipside since its inception. Having worked professionally for companies including Circus Oz and Circus Monoxide. Davy brings a lifetime of experience to his work as a Flipside trainer. Davy teaches a - [Review: The Cubby - First Preview - Creative Futures](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-the-cubby-first-preview-creative-futures/) - The Cubby is an excellent new production by the talented Flipside team; a funny, skilful, and creative exploration of the importance of play and imagination. The Directors (Amy Stuart and Robert Kronk) and Performers (Sam Giles, Ellie Grow, and Luke Whitfield) have created a must-see show that celebrates play as a creative way in which - [Not out of the woods yet - Fire Appeal Progress Report](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/not-out-of-the-woods-yet-fire-appeal-progress-report/) - THE STORY SO FAR It's been four weeks since a fire at the Brisbane Circus Centre turned an exciting day two of term into a scramble for the next step. With help from Circa, Vulcana, and Northshore we were back running classes two days later at The Shed, Northshore. With support from the Brisbane Powerhouse - [February | This month at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/february-this-month-at-flipside/) - It wasn't the start to the year that we'd hoped for. Fire broke out at the Brisbane Circus Centre on 23 January. It was heartbreaking inspecting the damage after the fire - but it's been extremely heartening seeing how our trainers, staff, friends, and community have rallied to our aid. I want to thank our - [First Fire Appeal Fundraising Goal Achieved](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/initial-fire-appeal-fundraising-goal-reached/) - We’ve hit our initial fundraising goal of $15,000. Thank-you so much to everyone who has donated to Flipside Circus' Fire Appeal. The response from the community has been astounding. We are so grateful to everyone who has given. Our broader campaign has further to go as we need to make sure the lights are kept - [January | This month at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/january-this-month-at-flipside/) - Flipside is off and racing for 2024. Already this year we've begun creative development on our new show - The Cubby; we've welcomed our new Associate Artist, recent troupe graduate Sam Giles; and have also welcomed our new Venue Coordinator, Zoe Joiner. At the same time we've run jam packed holiday programs, and are working hard to get - [Audition Notice: Performance Troupe & Step Ups](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/audition-notice/) - Flipside Circus is looking for 2-4 performers to join Performance Troupe and 2-6 performers to join Step Ups. This is an open audition call to anyone with a background in performance, circus, theatre, gymnastics, dance, martial arts, or even football. PREREQUISITES Must be between 6 - 18 years of age. Must be able to attend - [Meet Flipside's New Associate Artist - Sam Giles](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/meet-flipsides-new-associate-artist-sam-giles/) - We’re thrilled to announce Sam Giles will be joining us as Associate Artist for 2024. Sam’s circus journey started when she was just 9 years old when Flipside still called Alderley home. “I went from Intermediate Circus to Step Up’s pretty quick,” said Sam, “I auditioned for and joined Performance Troupe in 2018.” Sam has - [December | This month at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/december-this-month-at-flipside/) - 2023 WRAPUP THANK-YOU FOR AN AMAZING YEAR This year had so many incredible moments (more than we can count!). To name just a few: Opening the Brisbane Circus Centre and celebrating this milestone achievement with our community; From Little Things… gave audiences their first look at Queensland's new home of circus;Circus Mixtape at Brisbane City - [November | This month at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/november-this-month-at-flipside/) - Fiesta is back this year - one of the biggest days in the Flipside Calendar, Fiesta is a chance for our community to come together for a day of food, fun, and (most importantly) for all our circus school students to show off their skills. Our trainers and students are already getting ready for Fiesta - [October | This month at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/october-this-month-at-flipside/) - Fiesta is back this year - one of the biggest days in the Flipside Calendar, Fiesta is a chance for our community to come together for a day of food, fun, and (most importantly) for all our circus school students to show off their skills. Our trainers and students are already getting ready for Fiesta - [September | This month at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/september-this-month-at-flipside/) - There's a lot of activity around Flipside at the moment with Brisbane Festival in full swing. Erth Visual & Physical have arrived in town (with some pretty amazing underwater creatures) and are setting up for Shark Dive next week - a number of our young Flipside artists are training with the company and will be - [Matilda Awards review](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/matilda-awards-review/) - BEST CIRCUS OR PHYSICAL THEATRE WORK We Live Here Flipside Circus & Metro Arts "A unique collaboration of physical theatre, circus and recorded verbatim stories, this intricately nuanced production utilised a strong ensemble, excellent skills base, transformative design, stunning direction and detailed, touching performances to deliver an impossible-to-forget story about life in the face of death. For - [Former Flipside Student Harley McLeish returns to Brisbane with Cirque du Soleil](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/harley-mcleish/) - ‘Finally, my friends will believe I’m doing circus’: Brisbane acrobat back with Cirque du Soleil Born and raised in Brisbane, McLeish first joined Flipside Circus with a class a week at the local Meals on Wheels hall learning to juggle before performing at school fetes, Brisbane Powerhouse and festivals in South Bank. Years after running - [The Young Circus Stars of Normanton](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/the-young-circus-stars-of-normanton/) - Flipside Circus Residencies in Normanton, Queensland, 2021 - Case Study Over the last three years, Flipside Circus has collaborated with Normanton Arts Council Inc to deliver community circus programs in Normanton, located in the Gulf of Carpentaria. Flipside Circus is Queensland’s largest youth arts organisation. In 2021, Flipside worked with 29,934 children and young people - [THE FLIPSIDE CIRCUS CABARET SHOW](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/the-flipside-circus-cabaret-show/) - Queensland’s largest youth circus is getting ready to dazzle Brisbane audiences with their new show, The Flipside Circus Cabaret Show. Flipside is pulling out all the stops with a death-defying circus-inspired night of variety cabaret performances. The Flipside Circus Cabaret Show promises a wide array of acts including trapeze, clowning, cabaret, contortion and more. The - [TREVOR EVANS VISITS FLIPSIDE FOR BUDDY SYSTEM'S CREATIVE DEVELOPMENT](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/trevor-evans-visits-flipside-for-buddy-systems-creative-development/) - BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND – On 4 April, Trevor Evans MP, Member for Brisbane visited Flipside Circus, to get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative development of Flipside’s newest production, Buddy System. Buddy System will be the first performance to be built and premiere at Flipside’s brand-new home – the Brisbane Circus Centre. It is part of - [Article: On the Flipside by The Courier Mail](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/on-the-flipside-by-the-courier-mail/) - “Life’s possibilities are endless if you challenge yourself and a circus can provide that fun environment” Michelle Collins – Courier Mail Don’t run away to the circus, sign up to a class or workshop at Flipside Circus instead. Flipside Circus is the state’s largest youth circus and juggles a busy schedule of after school and - [Annual School Show 2016: Fairy Bread](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/annual-school-show-2016-fairy-bread/) - So you think you know your fairy tales? Think again! This September, the Flipside Circus kids are taking audiences on a dreamlike mash-up of some of the world's favourite fairy tales… with an added twist. The school show for 2016, Fairy Bread, promises a thick spread of magic drizzled with a large sprinkling of circus dust. The annual school show - [August | This month at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/august-this-month-at-flipside/) - We have two great shows coming up next month: our performance troupe is creating a new show, Circus Mixtape for Brisbane Festival; and we're hosting Erth's Shark Dive at the Brisbane Circus Centre. We're also creating great holiday workshops to go with Shark Dive - see here for details. We're also excited to be launching - [A NEW HOME TO CEMENT THE FUTURE OF CIRCUS IN QLD](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/a-new-home-to-cement-the-future-of-circus-in-qld/) - Flipside Circus raised $115,240 in its inaugural Giving Day, vital funds that will build the Brisbane Circus Centre, a purpose-built training centre and performance space for the upcoming and current world leading artists of QLD, opening in 2022. Flipside Circus was a hub of excitement on Thursday 4 November as all donations over a 12 - [A flip in the right direction](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/a-flip-in-the-right-direction/) - “Performing circus taught me so much about life in general – giving me confidence, as well as teaching me about responsibility, respect, and discipline” It's so inspiring to see the influence circus has on young people's lives! Congrats to former Flipsider Nile de Jonge who graduated with First Class Honours in Classical Languages at UQ - [Review: We Live Here](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-we-live-here-3/) - By: Nadia Jade Nothing ever happens in Brisbane Circus tells the best stories. Music makes you feel, theatre speaks to you, dance shows you, but circus has a way of wrapping you up in its arms that is quite unlike any other medium. Circus does what others only allude to. We Live Here is a heartfelt exploration of - [Flipside Circus received 3 nominations in this year’s Matilda Awards](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/flipside-circus-received-3-nominations-in-this-years-matilda-awards/) - Flipside Circus, Queensland’s largest youth arts company received 3 nominations for the critically acclaimed We Live Here in this year’s Matilda Awards – Queensland’s theatre awards for excellence, including Best independent production, Best Director and Best Circus or Physical Theatre Work We Live Here, is a good example of Flipside’s commitment to creating nation leading - [Courier Mail: Twin wins for Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/courier-mail-twin-wins-for-flipside/) - By: Glenn Roberts Flipside Circus won two Matilda awards at the 2018 Matilda Awards -Best Circus or Physical Theatre Work and Best director for We Live Here. We live here tells the story of the people of children’s hospice Hummingbird House. The Matilda judges hailed it as “a unique collaboration of physical theatre, circus and - [March eNews](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/march-enews/) - In 2019 we hosted a fundraising event at our old Alderley venue. At that event I spoke about our old home being unaffordable (and about to be demolished) and asked for our community's support while we created a new home. Almost four years, a pandemic, and a lot of work later here we are. Over - [May | This month at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/may-this-month-at-flipside/) - As I'm writing, our trainers Amby, Ellen, and Riley are driving to Julia Creek; on the road as part of our first Queensland tour for 2023. They have already run workshops in Georgetown, Croydon, Normanton, and Doomadgee; after Julia Creek, they'll head to Richmond, Cherbourg, and Wondai. While they're racking up the kilometres on the - [April | This month at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/april-this-month-at-flipside/) - We're heading into May and Flipside's four core programs are in full swing. Training Programs Our Term 2 circus classes have just started, you can still enrol or try a free trial in any of our classes including our adult circus and adult circus fitness classes. And our Step Ups troupe and Specialty Classes are - [Flipside's newest artist in residence Alex Mizzen](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/flipside-new-artist-in-residence-alex-mizzen/) - In late February, Flipside welcomed our newest artist in residence Alex Mizzen. Alex is a trained gymnast and a graduate of the National Theatre Ballet and worked as a contemporary dancer before turning her eye to circus. Now as an established circus artist she specialises in both hand balance and aerial chair and has worked - [June | This month at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/june-this-month-at-flipside/) - Congratulations to our Step Ups artists for their show The Infinite Scroll as well as our circus school students who participated in our recent spotlight showcase. As always, there's a lot going on at Flipside - our circus school enrolments are open for both the school holidays and Term 3; we've had a huge number of professional arts - [July | This month at Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/july-this-month-at-flipside/) - July eNewsletter Last week we were delighted to host the Brisbane Festival as they launched their 2023 program at Flipside - check out the full program here. We're excited to be part of this year's program; performing a brand new show - Circus Mixtape at City Hall, as well as hosting Erth's Shark Dive and Flipside workshops here at the - [Review 4: From Little Things... at Brisbane Circus Centre 2023, NEHIB](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-4-from-little-things-at-brisbane-circus-centre-2023-nehib/) - Darcie Rae, Nothing Ever Happens in Brisbane, March 11. From Little Things | Casus Creations and Flipside Circus From Little Things is the first circus show to be presented in the new, beautifully bright orange circus centre, and is a collaboration between award-winning Brisbane circus company, Casus Creations, and Flipside Circus, Queensland’s largest youth arts - [Review 3: From Little Things... at Brisbane Circus Centre 2023, IMHO](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-3-from-little-things-at-brisbane-circus-centre-2023-imho/) - IMHO, 12 Mar 2023 Spectacularly amazing! These very talented cross-generational performers left me gobsmacked. How are they so bendy? They made everything look effortless – from spacewalking up a wall and free-falling into a mattress held by fellow performers, all perfectly synchronised with the music. Standing three people tall, back flips, balancing on stacked chairs, - [Review 2: From Little Things... at Brisbane Circus Centre 2023, IMHO](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-2-from-little-things-at-brisbane-circus-centre-2023/) - Veteran Reviewer, IMHO, 06 Mar 2023 For the first show at the Brisbane Circus Centre, the residents from Flipside teamed up with Casus Creations to bring you a wholesome performance that will bring a smile to anyone’s face. A multigenerational cast perfectly proved that indeed, from little things big things can grow. It was well - [Boxed in on the flipside: New circus centre shines as performance mecca - Nance Haxton, InQueensland](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/inqueensland-boxed-in-on-the-flipside-new-circus-centre-shines-as-performance-mecca/) - Brisbane now has a circus space worthy of its stature as one of the biggest circus producers in the world with the opening of a striking new building made out of shipping containers, near the Brisbane River at Northshore Brisbane. Written by Nance Haxton Flipside Circus CEO Robert Kronk with performers at the Brisbane Circus Centre. - [New circus centre opens in Brisbane - Richard Watts, ArtsHub](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/artshub-new-circus-centre-opens-in-brisbane/) - By Richard Watts, 1 Mar 2023. The Brisbane Circus Centre, the new home of youth company Flipside Circus, has officially opened its doors. The custom-built Centre, constructed from shipping containers and prefabricated materials, is expected to be a valuable addition to the already-strong Brisbane circus sector – a much needed space both for training and rehearsals, - [Review 1: From Little Things... at Brisbane Circus Centre, Creative Futures](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/from-little-things-review-1/) - By Catherine Lawrence Creative Futures Photography Flipside Circus’ From Little Things celebrates the strength and beauty of the circus community in three ‘chapters,’ with a journey that starts with learning skills, moves to creating shows, and ends with performing new works. I use the word ‘ends’ with caution, as this show also reminds audiences that - [February eNews](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/feb-enews23/) - Over January we've been fitting out the Brisbane Circus Centre - there's been a lot of truss moving around, electricians have been in, and we've all but packed down our old pop-up space at 33 MacArthur Avenue. Our Circus School programs have also begun for the year with students hitting the floor (and the air). - [January eNews](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/january-enews23/) - Yesterday, we had a staff meeting under a tree looking at our new home. I would have had to pinch myself if it wasn't for the ants doing it for me. 2023 is going to be an exciting year. There is always a lot going on at Flipside and a huge amount of energy, but - [December Enews](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/december-enews/) - I am very excited to be writing this month’s e-news intro from the Brisbane Circus Centre - surrounded by a pile of flatpack furniture boxes and a sea of Allen keys. This week we are continuing our fit-out works and we have started installing some circus rigging. We are hoping to run our final week - [November Enews](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/november-enews/) - In late October we reached a huge milestone, practical completion on Stage 1 of the Brisbane Circus Centre. The temporary fences have started coming down and we have started our circus fit-out works. There is still work to do, including our Development Approval process but we are getting very close to moving into our new - [October Enews](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/october-enews/) - Over the last few weeks, Flipside has been busy… we toured We Live Here to the State Theatre Centre of WA, in partnership with the Awesome Festival and CircusWA; our amazing residency team has been on the road in Central and North West Queensland; we’ve run holiday programs in Hamilton, at the Redlands, and around Brisbane; and - [Review 3: We Live Here 2022 at Metro Arts](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-3-we-live-here-2022-at-metro-arts/) - By Catherine Lawrence Creative Futures Photography We Live Here returns, for a very short run, at Metro Arts’ New Benner Theatre. Cancel plans, tell everyone you know, and buy tickets while you can. We Live Here is a 2017 Metro Arts commission: a collaboration between Flipside Circus (Queensland’s largest youth arts organisation) and Hummingbird House - [Review 2: Awesome Festival 2022 | We Live Here](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-2-awesome-festival-2022-we-live-here/) - By Kimberley Shaw Stage Whispers We Live Here is a clever and impressive circus show with a difference, that celebrates the memories and moments that make up a life. Against an underlying theme of time (revealed in some effective projections by Jeremy Gordon), the skills of five incredibly agile and strong circus performers are performed in sync - [Review: AWESOME FESTIVAL 2022 | We Live Here | 4 Stars](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-awesome-festival-2022-we-live-here-4-stars/) - By Laura Money Forth Wall Media We Live Here is a stripped back and beautiful homage to the people of Hummingbird House – a youth hospice that provides a comforting and warm home for families undergoing medical treatment. Presented by Flipside Circus and Circus WA, the show is a gorgeous representation of courage and love. Featuring voiceovers and a - [We Live Here 2022 season](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/we-live-here-2022-season/) - We Live Here, two-time Matilda award-winner (best director, and best circus/physical theatre), announces dates in Perth 27-30 SEPT 2022, and Brisbane 25-29 OCT 2022. Based on the stories of the parents, siblings, and guests of Hummingbird House, Queensland's only youth hospice. We Live Here explores themes of resilience, chaos, and the beauty of a moment - [September Enews](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/september-enews/) - I’m writing this intro from the road. Flipside artists have been travelling, working with schools and communities across south-west Queensland, including Eromanga, Thargomindah, Tambo and Blackall. I’ve joined the last leg of the tour in Blackall and Tambo as these communities celebrate their inaugural Circus Carnival. While I’ve been on the road, our students hit - [August ENEWS](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/august-e-news/) - The weather’s starting to warm up and so is the activity at Flipside … Our performance troupe artists were amazing at this years Creative Generation performance; Our specialty students are getting ready for their spotlight performance later this month; We’re about to hit the road touring communities in South West Queensland; Our award-winning show We Live Here is preparing for - [July ENews](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/8310-2/) - It was amazing collaborating with artists from our wonderful sister company, CircusWA last week – 7 artists + trainer (Ben) & Artistic Director (Jo), crossed the country to train with our troupe as well as guest artists from Gravity and Other Myths, Flipside, and Circa. We are traveling to WA later in the year to keep the - [National Training Collaboration](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/national-training-collaboration/) - A National Training Collaboration of Australian Circuses, sharing skills, knowledge & connections On Monday 4 July, the National Training Collaboration between Queensland’s Flipside Circus and West Australia’s CircusWA kicked off with young artists from CircusWA’s performance troupe traveling across the country to spend a week training and sharing skills with artists from Flipside Circus. - [The Brisbane Circus Centre has Walls!](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/the-brisbane-circus-centre-has-walls/) - Last week the 28 containers that form the walls of the Brisbane Circus Centre were landed and welded into position, as the Flipside Circus team watched. It was a day Flipside had been looking forward to - after multiple delays due to COVID-19 and the recent floods it was fantastic to see the blocks that - [Review: Summer Play Factor - SPF at Brisfest](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-summer-play-factor-spf-at-brisfest/) - By Catherine Lawrence Creative Futures Photography 23 Sep 2021 I was fortunate to catch the Summer Play Factor (SPF) world premiere at the January 2021 Gold Coast Home of The Arts (HOTA) Scoop Festival. It was a delight to see how, in such a short period of time, SPF has evolved since that first outing, - [Thank you Vuly!](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/thank-you-vuly/) - Flipside would like to extend a big thank you to Vuly for supporting this year's Flipside Fiesta raffle by providing the prize! Flipside Fiesta's raffle gave our community the chance to win one of Vuly's incredible play set, valued at $1798. All proceeds are going towards Flipside's new home, designed to propel and support our - [Australian circus companies herald new beginnings](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/australian-circus-new-beginnings/) - By Celina Lei ArtsHub 9 July 2021 Opportunities for circus artists, including professional development and a new training centre, have recently been announced by companies along the east coast. Circus Oz, the Mullum Circus Festival, and Brisbane's Flipside Circus, have all announced new initiatives that collectively will benefit the circus sector nationally. The biennial Mullum Circus - [FLIPSIDE CIRCUS BREAKS GROUND ON NEW HOME](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/flipside-circus-breaks-ground-on-new-home/) - Flipside Circus, Queensland's largest youth arts company, is preparing to welcome more than 110,000 visitors a year after turning the first sod on its new circus centre at Northshore, Hamilton on Tuesday 29 June 2021. The purpose-built facility in the vibrant new riverside precinct will become Queensland’s largest circus centre, training more than 55,000 participants, - [Review 3: Dogs in the Schoolyard](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-dogs-3/) - By Beth Keehn Stage Whispers When independent performance company Assembly of Elephants approached Flipside Circus to develop a children's theatre show about the difficult subject of 'exclusion', the result was Dogs in the Schoolyard. This is a very physical piece of theatre with minimal text and maximum energy, directed by Elaine Acworth, Robert Kronk and Amy - [Review 2: Dogs in the Schoolyard](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-dogs-2/) - By Catherine Lawrence Creative Futures Photography 13 May 2021 Dogs in the Schoolyard is a moving ‘tail’ about friendship, trust and teamwork—told through exciting and skilful circus. Just take 14 skilled circus performers, add 2 expert performers/creators, and mix well with the expertise of 8 creators/trainers… and you have the possibility of a magical experience. - [Review 1: Dogs in the Schoolyard](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-dogs-1/) - By Mandy Plumb Brisbane Stage 6 May 2021 Watch out Cirque du Soleil and move over Circa—Flipside Circus is proving to be the freshest modern contemporary circus performance troupe in Australia with their season of Dogs in the Schoolyard! Don’t be fooled by the young ages of the cast, which range from 12–18 years, or - [FLIPSIDE CIRCUS ROLLS UP NORTH FOR WORLD CIRCUS DAY](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/worldcircusday2021/) - Flipside Circus, Queensland’s largest youth arts company, is flipping excited to celebrate World Circus Day on 17 April 2021 with a North Queensland circus workshops tour. Now in its 11th year, World Circus Day is observed on the third Saturday of April annually with events in 46 countries to celebrate the global circus arts community. - [Review: Summer Play Factor - SPF](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-summer-play-factor-spf/) - By Catherine Lawrence Creative Futures Photography Start to think about Australian summer traditions and the list can get pretty long: time with family and friends, beach cricket, beach balls, queuing for ice-creams, surf lifesavers, surfers, sunset mocktails, rushing into the sea, paddling in the shallows… The creative team behind Flipside Circus’ latest show have clearly - [Western audiences see the Flipside of pandemic isolation](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/western-audiences-see-the-flipside/) - By Daniel Johnson, InQueensland 6 October, 2020 Article source here. Leading Queensland tour facilitator ArTour has teamed up with the state’s largest youth arts company Flipside Circus to get its community youth engagement program back on the road for western Queenslanders. Flipside Circus’s tailored program of youth workshops kicked off its tour of 10 western - [Laura Bonner talks touring children’s circus](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/laura-bonner-talks-touring-childrens-circus/) - By Laura Bonner, Aussie Theatre 16 September, 2020 Article source here. Flipside Circus and arTour are collaborating on one of the first large-scale tours since the COVID crisis hit Australia – and it’s all for the kids! The all-abilities workshops for kids aged 2 to 18 will involve a 2-day training residency, culminating in a - [A circus centre for a vibrant circus city](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/a-circus-centre-for-a-vibrant-circus-city/) - Did you know that Brisbane is a world leading circus city? Brisbane is home to extraordinary circus artists and companies who perform right across the world. Brisbane circus artists can be found on stage with Cirque du Soleil, across the European festival circuit, and Las Vegas. While Montreal claims to be the ‘world capital of - [Custom-built circus centre to open in Brisbane in 2021](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/custom-built-circus-centre-to-open-in-brisbane-in-2021/) - By Richard Watts, ArtsHub Tuesday 4 August, 2020 Article source here. A custom-built circus training centre, operated by Queensland’s largest youth arts organisation Flipside Circus, is set to open in Brisbane next year. The new space will be an important addition to the city’s thriving circus ecology, said Robert Kronk, CEO and Creative Director of - [Flipside's 2019 Annual report](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/flipsides-2019-annual-report/) - Flipside held our annual general meeting earlier this month - normally this is a chance to catch up with our community and share what we've been up to. COVID-19 meant our 2020 meeting was a Zoom affair, but we still want to share our 2019 Annual Report, please find a copy here. 2019 was a - [Circus delivers online training and shows to homes during coronavirus lockdown](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/circus-delivers-online-training-and-shows-to-homes-during-coronavirus-lockdown/) - By Glenn Roberts, Quest Newspapers April 17, 2020 11:30am The coronavirus lockdown is giving circus fans the chance to take part in online training from Brisbane’s best performers and watch Australian circus shows from the comfort of their home. Alderley-based Flipside Circus has turned to the internet to keep participants engaged and to share its - [Flipping from present times into a greater future. We are moving!](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/we-are-moving/) - There are some big changes afoot at Flipside Circus. As many of you know, we plan to start building a new home at the end of this year. We are working to create a specialist circus centre that combines training, community, public, and performance spaces; and that is constructed from prefabricated materials and shipping containers. At the moment we are in - [COVID-19 updates](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/updates-covid-19/) - Wednesday 5 January 2022 The health and safety of our community is our main concern and we will be watching the evolving pandemic and health advice closely. We are ready to make changes to our programs and protocols if necessary. Check in and masks Please check in whenever you enter the Flipside space. Masks must be - [Unthinking the impossible - Our own new home](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/flipside-new-home/) - Flipside is entering this new decade with a big vision. To become a nationally recognised leader in youth arts and circus arts practice. Between 2015 and 2019 audiences for our acclaimed work by, for, with young artists grew from 9,457 to 42,079, while participation by young people grew from 22,610 to 43,282. In the last - [Flipside Circus welcomes $1 million funding commitment from Federal Government](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/flipside-circus-welcomes-funding-commitment/) - Flipside Circus was pleased to host Senator Mitch Fifield, Minister for Communications and the Arts, and the Federal Member for Brisbane, Trevor Evans MP as they made an election commitment to invest $1 million towards the establishment of a new Brisbane Circus Centre to provide a permanent dedicated home for circus arts. Trevor Evans MP - ['Hold my beer' springs up at Flipside Circus Centre](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/hold-my-beer-springs-up-at-flipside-circus-centre/) - Supported by Flipside Circus and set to premiere at Anywhere Festival 2019, 'Hold My Beer' is a perfectly balanced cocktail of circus, live music and drinking games, where the stage is everywhere and nobody is safe. A bold blend of astounding acrobatics and audacious antics, this show is circus served over ice with a (triple) - [FLIPSIDE CIRCUS 20TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/flipside-circus-20th-birthday-celebrations/) - Flipside Circus, Queensland’s largest youth arts organisation is turning 20 and is getting ready to dazzle Brisbane audiences – both children and adult - with two big events in November: The Flipside Circus Cabaret Show and Flipside Circus 20th Anniversary Gala. The Flipside story began in 1998 when a group of families and circus artists - [Supporting dreams - Flipside Circus Bursary Program](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/supporting-childhood-dreams-flipside-circus-bursary-program/) - Circus is joyous, celebratory, and risky. It engages the body, the mind and the heart and has the power to transform young people and the world they live in. Circus is a stepping stone to big dreams. Flipside’s bursary program is all about helping young people achieve these dreams regardless of background or circumstance. We recently - [Flipside Circus Supports Proximity by Kelsey Laura](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/proximity/) - Flipside Circus is delighted to support a new one-woman show by circus artist and trainer, Kelsey Laura. "... Sometimes, in close proximity, we hurt people we love." Combining circus with storytelling, Proximity explores what it means to be close to one another, to trust each other, and to have that trust broken. A sharp counterpoint - [Revolve, Flipside’s latest show premieres at Festival 2018](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/revolve-festival-2018/) - Flipside Circus, Queensland's largest youth circus, will premier their latest show Revolve as part of the Commonwealth Games Festival 2018 at Southbank in Brisbane. Revolve brings together 12 of Queensland’s youngest circus stars with experienced artists and a live DJ to create a show that is bursting at the seams with energy and fun. Highly - [Flipside' student won Del Artè Charts Award](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/flipside-student-won-del-arte-charts-award/) - Luke Whitefield, who won as favourite supporting male performance in the 2017 Del Artè Charts Awards, was recently featured on the cover of North-West News! Well done Luke. Luke, at just 11 years old, was selected for his comedic unicycle act in last year's Flipside performance, The Cabaret Show. He beat over 200 other hopefuls - [FLIPSIDE WELCOMES NEW PROGRAM COORDINATOR](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/flipside-welcomes-new-program-coordinator/) - Flipside would like to extend a very warm welcome to our new program coordinator, Brooke Hill. Brooke has a wealth of experience and knowledge in and of the circus industry, as a performer, trainer and manager. As well as teaching circus classes Brooke writes lesson plans and report cards, and makes sure all our students - [Review: Wasteland](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-wasteland/) - "We will see plenty of these young faces grace our stages in years to come." Read what reviewer Nadia Jade from 'nothing ever happens in brisbane' had to say about our recent show, Wasteland. As ever, I am struck by the mechanical infrastructure, the bones of this old building, layered with the battered truss, everything - [Review: Wasteland at Wonderland](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-wasteland-at-wonderland/) - "Wasteland features not just stars of tomorrow but stars of today," said SceneStr's Lloyd Marken. Developed by circus artist Chelsea McGuffin, dramaturge Robert Kronk and designer Josh McIntosh it takes place in a post-apocalyptic world with only young people on stage performing. While their physical acumen is impressive there is something poignant about a diseased - [REVIEW: Wasteland by Susan Hetherington](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-wasteland-by-susan-hetherington/) - Susan Hetherington came to watch a pre-show rehearsal of Wasteland, our performance troupe's recent production at Brisbane Powerhouse, and had this to say about it: "They are aged between 9 and 16 and they are amazing. For a start, the things that they can do with their bodies are quite extraordinary, even allowing for the fact - [REVIEW: THE CABARET SHOW BY CLAIRE BOUGHEY, THE CREATIVE ISSUE](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-the-cabaret-show/) - Claire Boughey from The Creative Issue – News for Creatives came to watch The Cabaret Show presented by Flipside Circus, and only had these wonderful things to say! "The audience spent most of the night holding their breath, laughing hysterically and in complete awe of the talent of these young performers." Keep reading... “The setting - [REVIEW: FUSION presented by the Flipside Circus performance troupe](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/review-fusion-flipside-circus/) - Catherine Thomas from Creative Futures Photography reviews Fusion presented by the Flipside Circus performance troupe. “For the next 56 minutes, the troupe of 11 performers presented a highly-professional and often very polished show.” Keep reading for the full review. 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With each flip of a magical hourglass, together they embark on an electrifying journey of wondrous new dimensions. This year Flipside's Performance - [Flipside Circus FIESTA](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/flipside-circus-fiesta/) - It's Fiesta time at Flipside Circus - a time for our talented students to show off everything they have learnt through the year. Friends and family are invited to celebrate our students' efforts and development on Sunday 4 December, as they show off all the amazing skills they have learnt at Flipside this year. This - [Flipside Circus - Open Auditions](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/flipside-circus-open-auditions/) - Flipside Circus - 2017 Performance Troupe Auditions | EOI Registration Are you interested in auditioning for the Flipside Circus Performance Program? Please complete the following form to register your expression of interest for the Flipside Circus Performance Troupe Auditions. Please complete a separate entry per participant. There is no prerequisite for Troupe auditions however participants - [Flipside Circus Strikes it Lucky](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/flipside-circus-strikes-it-lucky-2/) - Flipside Circus was lucky enough to be a recent recipient of a grant to the value of $31 000 from the Gambling Community Benefit Fund. The Gambling Community Benefit Fund is Queensland's largest one-off grants program, distributing around $53 million per year. Flipside Circus will be spending the grant on new circus equipment. Over the - [Review: Pretty Pretty Please by Susan Hetherington - 612 ABC Brisbane](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/1388-2/) - Theatre reviewer Susan Hetherington had some lovely things to say about Pretty, Pretty Please? on 612 ABC Brisbane's Breakfast show on Friday 9th July, with Spencer Howson. "Can we have ice-cream for dinner? Pleeease!?! Or what about we invite Taylor Swift over? Pleeease!?!" Does any of this sound familiar? It's all in the way we - [Donate to Flipside Circus this June](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/donate-to-flipside-circus-this-june/) - Whether it's an end of financial year donation, a once-off contribution or a regular monthly donation, every little bit helps to support our goals of delivering child-centred foundational circus training and performance opportunities. We do this through our social circus program, reaching the most diverse range of young people throughout Queensland regardless of their circumstances. - [Kooza Tickets Now On Sale Through Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/kooza-tickets-now-on-sale-through-us/) - Tickets to the electrifying world of KOOZA are now available through Flipside Circus, and they will get snapped up fast! We have secured 100 prime tickets to Cirque Du Soleil's KOOZA showing in Brisbane this December. 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The Cubby celebrates the limitless ingenuity and creativity of kids. Bringing fantastical stories to life through acrobatics, aerials, and music. Get inspired, get giggly, and get ready to explore the hidden worlds where kids are in charge and - [We Live Here](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/we-live-here/) - We Live Here is an inspiring circus show that brings to life memories and moments that make a life. - [Circus Weekends](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/circusweekends/) - Flipside students take the stage to share their circus skills with friends, family, and each other. Join us in celebrating community at Circus Weekends! - [Maybe It’s Only Us](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/miou/) - Maybe It’s Only Us throws audiences into the aftermath of a failed music festival—where the party is over, a threat is looming, and survival feels uncertain. Intense and anarchic, this collaboration from Flipside Circus and The Good Room transforms the Brisbane Circus Centre into a sprawling circus apparatus. Blurring the line between performance and environment. - [Connect Project](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/connect-project/) - Connect Project assembles artists from Counterpilot, Chimera Arts and Trix Circus to develop new, experimental performances with Flipside's Performance Troupe. Kickstarting performance at the Brisbane Circus Centre following the fire in early 2024. Starting in July 2024, the project focused on creative developments that explored approaches to performance creation, experimented with form and apparatus, and - [Waterways](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/waterways/) - Waterways is a new First Nations-led circus project in partnership with Flipside trainer and Indigenous arts leader/producer, Lara Croydon. It is a year-long project that will develop an ensemble of First Nations artists bringing them together to train and develop circus skills. This new ensemble will then work to create a new circus performance – - [Fiesta](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/fiesta-2023/) - [The Dream, Risk, Laugh Show!](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/dream-risk-laugh-show/) - dream, risk, laugh is a DIY show that celebrates the values of our youth circus. Roll up to our circus, roll up and you'll see,What a D.I.Y. circus is cracked up to be.It's a simple ingredients, it's really a treasure.It's Dream, Risk and Laughing with Fun for good measure! The Dream, Risk, Laugh show is - [Summer Play Factor-SPF](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/summer-play-factor/) - SPF is a delightful, entertaining, playful evocation of summer at the beach. "An extravagant sundae of circus. Impressive... wonderful and well-crafted." - Creative Futures SPF – Summer Play Factor is a buoyant, fun-filled circus show for families that combines a live DJ, amazing circus skills, dance and infectious energy. Cheekily playing with Australian traditions and - [Klimek's Dancing Numbers](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/klimeks-dancing-numbers/) - klimek's dancing numbers will Illuminate your aesthetic senses, taking you on a stunning journey into the world of juggling. Performed in a suburban warehouse, Klimek’s Dancing Numbers is an explosion of possibilities. Endless, unexpected and visually amazing patterns reveal the bond of art and science. With live projections, 92 juggling balls, and colourful rhythms, this show - [Stories from the Sky](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/circus/) - stories from the sky is a whimsical circus show that will take you on a captivating journey. Fresh-faced, fit and fearless. The fabulous Flipside Circus artists return with their all-new show, the spectacular school holiday treat, Stories from the Sky. Join some of Brisbane’s best young circus performers for a whimsical tale of memory, dreams - [Kaleidoscope](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/kaleidoscope/) - Kaleidoscope is an inspiring circus show that encourages the acceptance of difference through celebration of the every day. Come and view life through Ethan’s eyes with Kaleidoscope, a joyous, poetic circus experience that explores the great beauty found in the smallest things. Ethan Hugh was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at four years of age. Because - [From Little Things...](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/from-little-things/) - an ambitious collaborative performance FROM Flipside Circus and internationally renowned Casus CREATIONS From Little Things... is a spectacular circus performance that celebrates collaboration and the way circus skills pass from one generation to another. Commissioned to open the Brisbane Circus Centre, From Little Things... is a large-scale performance with 20 performers on stage that combines dazzling projection, - [Pretty Pretty Please](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/pretty-pretty-please/) - "Can we have ice cream for dinner? Pleeease!?! Or what about we invite Taylor Swift over? Pleeease!?!" Does any of this sound familiar? It’s all in the way we ask. Pretty, Pretty Please? takes us on a roller coaster ride through the questions, answers, challenges and discoveries of how children ask for what they want! - [Revolve](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/revolve/) - Revolve is all about children and young people taking charge. It is an optimistic celebration of what can happen when the rule book is thrown out. Revolve is a circus performance designed for large venues, and outdoor stages. It draws on the energy of the audience, the performers, and music to loop, play, and create - [Wasteland](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/wasteland/) - Wasteland is a hopeful circus show that asks, what sort of world will you leave? “A little slice of home-grown circus magic.” – Australian Stage Besieged by mountains of rubbish, four extraordinary performers recycle and reuse discarded items, reimagining circus and what our future could be. Wasteland is an energetic and engaging circus performance about - [Statum](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/statum/) - Fuse acrobatic virtuosity and live biometric data and you get Statum – a circus show like no other. A brand-new physical performance by the award-winning Flipside Circus and Counterpilot in partnership with Brisbane Powerhouse, Statum is a new kind of circus spectacle. On average we produce around 2.5 quintillion bytes of data every day. Our lives are edited, recorded - [Dogs in the Schoolyard](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/dogs-in-the-schoolyard/) - “… a masterpiece of creativity and PHYSICALITY that appeals to all ages.” – Brisbane Stage. Dogs in the Schoolyard combines circus, storytelling, and original music to create an enchanting modern fable for families and children. On a hot summer afternoon, the dogs in the schoolyard clamber over each other, leaping, running, eating, playing. By the - [Circus Mixtape](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/circus-mixtape/) - A compilation of spectacular circus celebrating the skills of some of Queensland’s most exciting young performers. - [Puzzled](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/puzzled/) - Puzzled is an interactive production that brings you along with the show's twists and turns. Flipside Circus is proud to present Puzzled, an interactive circus show for all ages, as part of the Anywhere Theatre Festival. Be immersed in every moment as circus performers soar high above whilst you navigate the maze. Young performers aged - [Where The Wild Circus Is](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/wild-circus/) - Come along on an adventure to find Where the wild circus is. The Flipside Circus children's classes have been collaborating and plotting to transform the training centre into a jungle where the wild things drop from above, swing from ropes, balance along the broken logs and climb up the trees. Don't get scared... the wild - [My Circus Rules!](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/my-circus-rules/) - My circus rules combines the imagination of dr seuss with our student's remarkable circus skills. My Circus Rules is 2015's end of year school show extravaganza! Some of Flipside’s talented students perform a whirlwind of unthinkable circus madness and show off their most remarkable skills. In a world of rules and regulations, red tape and - [Fairy Bread](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/fairy-bread/) - Fairy bread promises a thick spread of magic drizzled with a large sprinkling of circus dust. So you think you know your fairy tales? Think again! Let the Flipside Circus kids take you on a dreamlike mash-up of all your favourite fairy tales… with an added twist. Fairy Bread promises a thick spread of magic - [Hourglass](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/hourglass/) - Hourglass creates a circus-filled interpretation of our past, present and future. Flipside Circus' Performance Troupe transports audiences on a mesmerising journey through time. A lost little boy is discovered by a time travelling circus, and with each flip of a magical hourglass, they embark on an electrifying journey of wondrous new dimensions. With acrobatics, tumbling, - [Fusion](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/fusion/) - Fusion is an entertaining exploration of our many-splendoured art forms. Flipside Circus’ performance troupe presents Fusion, a dynamic performance cocktail mixing traditional circus, contemporary circus, theatre, music, visual art, cabaret, food, comedy, and more! Fusion features some of Australia’s most outstanding young circus performers in an entertaining and surprising show for audiences from 2 to - [The Flipside Circus Cabaret Show](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/the-flipside-cabaret-show/) - The Flipside Circus Cabaret show will dazzle and confound, confuse and amaze. Flipside Circus' performance troupe invite you to step into their variety performance roller coaster for a night of unforgettable cabaret and fun. Be dazzled by beautiful aerial artists, be amazed by contortionists and jugglers… and slightly confused by a whale. The Flipside Circus - [The Games We Play](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/the-games-we-play/) - The Games We Play is all about the most charming charades of children - playing games. Flipside Circus’ annual school show, this year titled The Games We Play, is a charming interpretation of the all-important work of children – playing games! How about a brain (and body) workout with a giant chess act, or some stacking - [You're Invited](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/youre-invited/) - You're invited is a celebration of circus, adorned with all the best elements of a birthday party. There's no better way to kick off our 20th birthday celebrations than with a giant circus-themed birthday performance party You’re Invited! You're Invited is our community show for 2018 – featuring up to 40 students and a colourful, - [The Flipside Circus Cabaret Show 2018](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/the-flipside-circus-cabaret-show-2018/) - The Flipside Circus Cabaret show 2018 will take your breath away. Flipside Circus’ performance troupe present the 2018 Cabaret Show - a night of variety fun showcasing the skills of Flipside’s extraordinary young performers. The 2018 Cabaret Show is all about taking your breath away – through dazzling feats of skill and hilarious feats of - [The Show Must Go On](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/the-show-must-go-on/) - The Show Must Go On is a show overflowing with fun, dazzling and surprising circus acts created to entertain the whole family. Come and catch Flipside’s extraordinary Step Ups troupe – young artists aged 8 to 17 years – taking risks, mastering new skills, and creating an evening of excitement. - [Talk 2 Me](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/talk-2-me/) - talk 2 me tackles the issue of communication with Humour and youthful physicality. CREATIVE TEAM Director: Tony Rooke Producer: Kristy Seymour Performers: Flipside Circus performance troupe - [Xtreme Opera](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/xtreme-opera/) - xtreme opera blends the musicality of opera and the wonder of circus skill, where high fliers meet with high notes. This entertaining medley of circus skills and an opera score create a unique and colourful experience. 25 of our young performers navigate the stage using circus equipment both familiar and unfamiliar: hula hoops, trapeze, unicycle, - [Alice in Wonderland](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/alice-in-wonderland/) - Flipside circus' Alice in wonderland presents a circus twist of Lewis Carroll’s classic story. Alice wakes to find to a mysterious white rabbit and follows her to Wonderland, only to be confronted by characters offering to perform circus tricks, while she tries to hunt for the white rabbit. After dropping into Wonderland onto a pyramid - [Now I'm Ten](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/now-im-ten/) - Now i'm ten is a tenth birthday celebration to remember! Come and join the party - it's Flipside's tenth birthday and we're putting on a show to celebrate! It's been ten years since we started our first classes under a tree in New Farm Park. Now it's time to celebrate our growth as a youth - [Storm in a Teacup](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/storm-in-a-teacup/) - storm in a teacup blends the dramatic and the acrobatic in an entertaining performance. A ship wreck, an island, magic, monsters and spirits! Taking inspiration from Shakespeare's The Tempest, this Flipside Circus production will entrance, amaze and inspire young audiences, their parents and grandparents. Delight in the verbal acrobatics of the Flipside Circus performers. Combine - [Roll Up!... Or Run Away?](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/roll-up-or-run-away/) - Roll Up!... Or Run Away? tells the tale of a traditional travelling circus. Roll up, roll up and meet the Graham family, who seem like a traditional travelling circus living under the big top. But delve a little deeper and this cacophony of characters will reveal what really goes on behind the curtain. Roll up, - [Identité](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/identite/) - Driven by the stories of our youth artists, Identité explores growing up and navigating the journey to discover yourself. Flipside Circus presents a contemporary circus piece that explores identity, the innocence of youth and the questions we ask ourselves when growing up: Who am I? What do I want to be? Where will my identity - [CircUS](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/circus-performance/) - circus celebrates youth artists by exploring the notion of support in circus. Using the physicality of both traditional and contemporary circus methods, Flipside challenges the boundaries of a typical circus show and plays with the concept of support. CircUS is about US - the young people in circus. In 2014, CircUS was the exciting follow-up - [Luster](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/luster/) - luster is a collaborative circus show that explores the people behind the performance. Luster is inspired by the underworld of the carnival. All that remains after the lights go down on the glamour, the glitter, stars and the sparkle. A collision of physicalities: circus, physical theatre and dance, Luster is a microcosm of contemporary physical - [Wilbur the Optical Whale](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/wilbur/) - WILBUR THE OPTICAL WHALE is an engaging performance that takes audiences on a deep-sea sensory dive. Based on the book by Karen Lee Roberts, Wilbur the Optical Whale is a ‘tail’ about friendship, acceptance, and celebrating difference. Wilbur and Cecil are the best of friends and one day while playing hide and seaweed, they are - [Residencies](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/residencies/) - Flipside trainers are spending 5 weeks on the road working with communities in North West Queensland this year. Our residency programs empower children and young people from a diverse range of communities to use circus to tell their own stories. The programs focus on self-determination, returning to communities over a number of years to grow - [G20](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance/g20/) - Chaos circus--full of colour, spectacular tricks, and so much fun. This show performed by some of our talented circus stars in 2014, was accompanied by the fabulous Peppers Pep Band. ## Classes - [Intermediate Circus](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/intermediate-circus/) - Intermediate Junior classes are for students who are ready to take their circus training to the next level. - [Adults Advanced Circus](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/adults-advanced-circus/) - Advance your circus skills For participants who have completed Adults Intro and Intermediate Circus (or have equivalent experience), Adults Advanced Circus is where you’ll refine your technique and push your skills further. Under the guidance of professional trainers, you’ll begin with warm-ups, stretches, and group activities before moving into strength and conditioning exercises tailored to - [Adults Intro to Circus](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/adults-intro-circus/) - It’s never too late to join the circus! This is an adult class for those wanting to achieve fitness and circus goals in a supportive environment. - [Adults Intermediate Circus](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/adults-intermediate-circus/) - It’s never too late to join the circus! This is an adult class for those wanting to achieve fitness and circus goals in a supportive environment. - [1 Day Workshop](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/one-day-workshop/) - Run away with the circus for a day! Dive into a day of excitement, creativity, and adventure as you explore the thrilling world of circus! Learn a dynamic range of skills, including: Acrobatics & Tumbling – Build strength, flexibility, and coordination. Aerial Arts – Try trapeze, silks, and lyra for an unforgettable experience. Juggling & - [Circus Foundations](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/circus-foundations/) - Master the fundamentals of circus in Circus Foundations! Take your first steps into acrobatics, aerials, juggling and more. - [Chinese Pole](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/chinese-pole/) - A dedicated Chinese Pole class focusing on strength, technique, and safe progressions. Students learn climbs, sits, slides, poses, and introductory drops while developing grip strength, body control, and confidence on the pole. The class emphasises correct technique, safe spotting, and progressive skill development. Learn the core techniques that underpin Chinese Pole artistry. Develop strong grip - [Intro Acro & Tumbling](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/intro-acro-tumbling/) - Dive into the world of acrobatics. No experience required. - [Circus Prep](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/circus-prep/) - An active and bouncy class! With a focus on learning through play, learn valuable school ready skills, and further their brain and body development. - [Teens Aerials](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/teens-aerials/) - Build confidence. Find your people. Fly. Learn aerial techniques on trapeze, lyra, and silks Build strength, flexibility, and coordination Strength and conditioning to support aerial training Perfect for teens wanting to try aerials and develop new skills Flipside Circus’ Teens Mixed Aerials class is perfect for teens aged 12-18 who want to give aerials a - [Teens Circus](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/teens-circus/) - Teens Circus at Flipside is open to ages 8-17, from first-timers to experienced performers. Explore aerials, acrobatics, juggling, and more in a fun, supportive environment. Book a free trial today. - [Circus Kindy](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/circus-kindy/) - Your little circus stars work side-by-side with parents/caregivers to explore, learn, and grow in the colourful world of circus. - [Circus Play](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/circus-play/) - Circus Play is a fun and interactive class for children and their parents/carers. It’s a way to play together and encourage their physical, motor and social development. - [Adults Inter-Adv Aerials](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/adult-inter-adv-aerials/) - Ready to take your aerial skills even higher? This class is designed for adults with a solid fitness base and prior experience in aerial apparatus. Perfect for those ready to refine technique, expand their repertoire, and work towards performance-level skills. Each class includes: Warm-ups, stretching, and group activities Strength and conditioning to build endurance and - [Adults Intro Aerials](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/adults-intro-aerials/) - Learn to fly - No experience required! Learn new aerial tricks on trapeze, lyra, and silks Includes strength and conditioning to build aerial muscles Fun, thrilling, and great for overall fitness and wellbeing Perfect for beginners and those looking to develop aerial skills Take to the skies with Flipside’s Adults Intro Aerials course! Whether you're - [Explore Circus](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/explore-circus/) - A circus class for children with autism. Explore Circus with our qualified trainers in a supportive environment. - [Aerials 2](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/aerials-2/) - The intermediate mixed aerials class will build on basic aerial and performance-based skills, with students progressing on to more complex skills. - [Acro & Tumbling 3](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/acro-tumbling-3/) - (Previously Advanced Acro & Tumbling) Take your acrobatics and tumbling skills to the next level! Training includes advanced partner acro, dynamic balances, complex transitions, back handsprings, side aerials, front and back flips, power tumbling, and performance readiness. Students focus on strong technique, body control, and safe progressions while developing high-level acrobatic skills. - [Acro & Tumbling 2](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/acro-tumbling-2/) - For those who are really wanting to progress and achieve more technical results in tumbling and acro. - [Intermediate Circus 2](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/intermediate-circus-2/) - A higher-level intermediate mixed circus class with increased difficulty, stronger conditioning, and more complex sequences. - [Juggling & Object Manipulation](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/juggling-object-manipulation/) - Join Master Trainer Davy Sampford to develop skills and acts in solo and group juggling. This is an ideal second class for students who love to juggle. - [Aerials 3](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/aerials-3/) - The advanced mixed aerials class will build on basic aerial and performance-based skills, with students progressing on to more complex skills. - [Ensemble 2](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/step-ups/) - Ensemble 2 classes are the first step for students moving into the Flipside Performance Program. Train at a high level with a focus on performance. - [Intro Aerials](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/intro-aerials/) - Learn to fly in this specialist class that will help you develop techniques and skills in aerial apparatus like trapeze, lyra, and silks. - [Performance Troupe](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/performance-troupe/) - Performance Troupe artists train at an advanced to professional level, acquiring and honing performance and circus skills. - [Taste of Circus](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/taste-of-circus/) - Taste of Circus is the perfect introduction to the wide world of circus! A program designed to help them grow with circus skills and games. - [Wire Lab](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/wire-lab/) - This 2-hour workshop is designed for participants with an intermediate or above background in circus, gymnastics, dance, or aerials. No prior highwire specific experience is required. This workshop will take your strength, coordination and balance to the next level. Working with fan, pole, and hands-free methods, you'll be guided through technique that is tailored to - [Walk the Sky (Highwire 101)](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/walk-the-sky-highwire-101/) - Walk the Sky is a 90-minute highwire experience designed for first-timers of all ages (8 and up). You'll begin on the low tight wire, getting a feel for your footing and the fundamentals of wire walking in a supportive, step-by-step environment. When you're ready, it's time to go higher. Harnessed and guided by our experienced - [Flipperoos Circus Day](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/flipperoos-circus-day/) - Flipperoos Circus Day is a full day of high-energy fun where little circus stars can explore the magic of circus through play, creativity, and hands-on activities! Designed especially for energetic kids, this holiday workshop is packed with exciting experiences that build confidence, coordination, and imagination. Here’s what’s in store: Circus Skills Galore – Try aerials, - [Sunday Fun Day](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/sunday-fun-day/) - Calling all First Nations kids aged 4.5 to 18—join us for a one-day circus adventure at Flipside Circus! Whether you're a seasoned performer or just curious to try something new, Sunday Fun Day is your chance to explore circus skills, connect with community, and unleash your creativity. Led by First Nations trainer and producer Lara - [Private Classes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/fc-private-class/) - If you are a beginner wanting to fast-track your skills, strength, flexibility and fitness – private classes are for you. - [Explore The Possibilities – Private Class](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class/explore-possibilities/) - Explore the Possibilities is a circus class for children with additional needs, who would benefit from working with a circus trainer in our environment. ## Staff Members - [Mia Hughes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff-member/mia-hughes/) - Training since the age of 3, Mia joined Flipside’s Performance Troupe when she was 11, specialising in tumbling and group acrobatics. Her performance in We Live Here won the Matilda Award for Best Physical Theatre. Mia now assists managing Flipside's Training Program and coordinates the Step Ups Troupe as part of the Performance Program. - [Jian Nie](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff-member/jian-nie/) - Jian Nie is an accomplished acrobat and circus teacher with more than 20 years of international experience. A specialist in handstands and acrobatics, he has performed worldwide with leading troupes, won gold and silver awards at major circus festivals, and appeared at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games closing ceremony. Most recently, Jian taught at the - [Alex Weckes-Huck](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff-member/alex-weckes-huck/) - Alex has performed extensively nationally and internationally both as an independent artist and working for companies such as Company 2 and Casus. Alex spent his formative years as a performer onstage with Flipside Circus’s youth performance troupe. Following this he attended the National Institute of Circus Art (NICA). - [Davy Sampford](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff-member/davy-sampford/) - Passionate juggler and instructor Davy has over 25 years of experience as an independent artist and director. A founding member of two very successful Brisbane companies, Circa and Briefs. He has also worked for Circus OZ and Circus Monoxide. - [Matt McInally](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff-member/matt-mcinally/) - Matt joined Flipside in 2022 after working in theatre with acting roles at Queensland Theatre and Shake and Stir Theatre Co among others. He completed his Bachelor of Business (Marketing) at QUT. His circus skills include juggling, clowning, and he's done one (heavily assisted) backsault. - [Gabriela Gallardo](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff-member/gabriela-gallardo/) - Hailing from Ecuador, Gabriela has an extensive and diverse back catalogue of arts projects. From working in Government cultural policy development to international poetry festivals, tourism and communications to studying her Masters in Creative Production and Arts Management she brings a unique blend of theory and practice to Flipside Circus. Gabriela is passionate about visibility - [Rebecca Campbell](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff-member/rebecca-campbell/) - Rebecca joined the Flipside team in April 2019. Her role at Flipside includes managing term and school holiday workshops, birthday parties, invoicing, customer service and coordinating operations. Rebecca has worked in the arts industry in administrative and executive roles for the past 20 years and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role - [Robert Kronk](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff-member/robert-kronk/) - Robert is Flipside's CEO/Artistic Director. He is a co-founder of debase productions and was debase's general manager until 2016. He was the director of programming and director of operations at Metro Arts until 2008 and has worked extensively as a director, writer, performer, and producer for companies including; La Boite, Brisbane Festival, Queensland Theatre Company, - [Sarah Thomasson](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff-member/sarah-thomasson/) - Sarah is a Lecturer in the Theatre Programme at Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington with a research interest in international arts festivals and and their fringes. She has over 15 years experience in Stage and Production Management with a number of Brisbane companies. She is also on the board of indelabilityarts. - [Catherine Nufer](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff-member/catherine-nufer-barr/) - Catherine is Flipside’s Treasurer and is a lawyer at Hamilton Locke specialising in taxation, structuring and corporate governance. She is a Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) and acts for a range of clients from high net wealth individuals, privately owned groups, large multinationals and a range of small to large charities and not-for-profits. - [Lisa Summer-Hayes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff-member/lisa-summer-hayes/) - Lisa is a dynamic leader with 15+ years’ experience leading teams to deliver organisational growth and customer value. For the past four years, Lisa has held a senior leadership role at Queensland Ballet, where she has managed the marketing, communications and publicity, ticketing and partnerships teams. Prior to the ballet, she gained extensive experience in - [Cameron Hoffmann](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff-member/cameron-hoffmann/) - Cameron is a Technical Director with RPS, and has over 30 years’ experience as a town planning consultant, focusing on urban development, sustainable design, and the role of mobility in fostering Affordable Living. Cameron is a member of UDIA’s Policy and Regional Plan committees and an Awards for Excellence judge. Cameron balances his professional life - [Hamish Clift](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff-member/hamish-clift/) - Hamish is a Brisbane barrister who has been involved with arts organisations in various roles for over twenty years. ## Testimonials - [Artem Shinkarenko - Cirque du Soleil](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/artem-shinkarenko-cirque-du-soleil/) - Flipside was my best workshop experience in QLD. Friendly atmosphere, trainers and staff are very helpful. Amazing venue with amazing equipment for safe acro and circus sessions. I hope to visit this place again. - [Ela Bartilomo - Performer (Dragone)](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/ela-bartilomo-performer-dragone/) - Flipside is one-of-a kind. Ceiling height alone has me in love. I'm obsessed with this space and everyone who works here are beautiful and kind and always so generous letting me bop my music across the speakers. Cheap industry open training Monday-Friday is such a gift and I definitely don't take it for granted. Not - [Leo - Parent](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/leo-hogan-parent/) - We had our daughter's 6th birthday party with Flipside today. Fair to say the attendees universally gave rave reviews of the experience, it was an energetic, inclusive 2 hour session run professionally by the 2 instructors. The circuit of activities was varied and customisable to different levels of skill and confidence, plenty to keep all - [Lyn Husband-Entertainment Coordinator](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/lyn-husband-entertainment-coordinator/) - The Manly Harbour Village Halloween Street Party welcomed Flipside Circus as part of our activities. The popularity of their presence was reflected in the continuous line up of young and old during the afternoon to experience the trapeze and learn various other circus skills that were offered during the event. - [Adrian Schrinner - Brisbane’s Lord Mayor](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/adrian-schrinner-brisbane-lord-mayor/) - The performance was first class and a wonderful treat for our guests, including international Mayors, city leaders and delegates. It was wonderful to highlight our local talent to these special guests. I enjoyed it immensely and have received overwhelmingly positive feedback. - [Claudia Sepúlveda - Carillon Conference Management](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/claudia-sepulveda/) - Thanks to the performers for an amazing show at the Gala dinner. Everyone was very happy and loved the show! - [Sandra, Johnston Rorke Chartered Accountants](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/sandra-johnston-rorke-chartered-accountants/) - I highly recommend Flipside Circus for team building events which need to cater for people of all ages as well as all fitness levels. - [Dr Victoria Gordon, QBiotics Limited](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/dr-victoria-gordon-qbiotics-limited/) - The day was a huge success, with everyone having a great time… we all tried things we would never have tried before and I think we all laughed harder than we had in a while. I highly recommend the Flipside experience to any business looking for a fun and different team building activity. - [Robyn - Flipside Parent & Exercise Physiologist](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/robyn-horne-flipside-parent/) - I commend you guys on what you do. I believe you are literally saving the lives of future generations and not only in the physical sense but social, emotional, occupational, intellectual, and wellness. Flipside Circus offers is so in line with all the dimensions of wellness that promote good health outcomes. I will be singing - [John - Regional Parent](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/john-webb/) - My son attended the Flipside workshop recently. To say he enjoyed it is an understatement. He is very keen to come down from Rockhampton for anything we can get him to. Thanks again for providing such a fulfilling experience for Darcy. - [Heidi, Nightlife Music Video](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/heidi-nightlife-music-video/) - The day flowed really well; with the team never sitting still for long, lots of laughs were had by everyone! I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a fun team building experience - [Annabel Wild](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/annabel-wild/) - This was fabulous! A huge success - both parents and children enjoyed the time. Very easy to book and very accommodating of last-minute changes, thank you! - [Andrew Bevan](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/andrew-bevan/) - Flipside Circus a great organisation teaching gymnastic skills in a fun and nurturing way. Taking in age groups from the very young to the fully grown, physical and mental confidence is encouraged and developed using circus performance skills and acts. This approach is particularly embraced by the youngest members (pre-high school). A great community atmosphere - [Gary Thompson](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/gary-thompson/) - It’s a great place, friendly staff and lots of good people about. I attend Adult classes at night and am really enjoying the culture. I’m doing things that I’ve never done before, especially from childhood. From a fitness and core perspective some nights can be intense, but they really cater well to the abilities of - [Gabriela Fahey](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/gabriela-fahey/) - The day went brilliantly, a great choice of activities that covered all experience and capabilities. The trainers were wonderful and the kids were really excited and enjoyed themselves. - [Liz Grimmett](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/liz-grimmett/) - The trainers were just terrific with our kids. Everyone loved the activities which were good for a range of skill levels and ages. Thanks for a really memorable day, and for making our party prep low-stress! - [Alex Mizzen](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/alex-mizzen/) - Flipside fills a fundamental and necessary role in this industry that allows the propagation of new emerging artists, new art, and new ideas. Having a purpose built dedicated space of their own is key to their growth and I believe vital to the sectors growth also. - [Natano Fa'anana](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/natano-faanana/) - Specialist spaces to make quality contemporary circus shows are difficult to come by. Spaces like Flipside gives us independent artists the ability to train, create and make work. Having a base or a creative home like Flipside has given Casus the ability to create freely. Proudly much of our work that was born in Flipside - [David Trappes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/david-trappes/) - From the age of 10 through to even now as a 24-year-old professional circus performer Flipside has always been the organisation to support me. I have performed on stages all around the world representing Queensland artists globally and am still reliant on it now for my career. - [Anonymous participant, 13 yo](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/anonymous-participant-13-yo/) - I had an excellent, memory-making, wonderful, awesome time. Thanks! - [Ayr Library](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/ayr-library/) - We have been unable to keep up with the demand and community members wanting to see more workshops. (And) received overwhelming positive feedback from the community. - [Fraser Corfield - ATYP](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/fraser-corfield-atyp/) - ATYP has been closely following the community engagement and workshop model used by Flipside to deliver programs in regional Queensland and forge ongoing relationships with regional towns and centres. This program reflects best practice nationally and is something that many leading professional companies are scrambling to replicate. - [JD Hart](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial/jd-hart/) - Great venue for learning how to be part of a circus!!! The trainers are very friendly and excellent at working with kids of all ages and skills. The kids start off learning basic floor skills, tumbling, cartwheels, jumping, somersaults etc. They then start to learn more advanced skills like trapeze, silk/rope acrobatics, juggling and others. ## Categories - [Adult Classes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/adult-classes/) - [Kindy Classes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/kindy-classes/) - [Beginner Classes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/beginner-classes/) - [Intermediate Classes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/intermediate-classes/) - [Advanced Classes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/advanced-classes/) - [Specialist Classes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/specialist-classes/) - [Holiday Workshops](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/holiday-workshops/) - [Private Classes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/private-classes/) - [News](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/news/) - [Reviews](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/news/reviews/) - [Other Locations](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/out/) - [Specialty Workshops](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/specialty-workshops/) - [All Abilities Classes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/all-abilities-classes/) - [Performance Program](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/performance-program/) - [Aerials](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/aerials/) - [Acrobatics](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/acrobatics/) - [Juggling](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/juggling/) - [First Nations Program](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/category/first-nations-classes/) ## Tags - [circus](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/circus/) - [flipside circus](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/flipside-circus/) - [youth activities](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/youth-activities/) - [FlipsideCircus](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/flipsidecircus/) - [Vuly](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/vuly/) - [Fiesta](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/fiesta/) - [Circuslife](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/circuslife/) - [givingday](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/givingday/) - [notforprofit](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/notforprofit/) - [brisbanecircuscentre](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/brisbanecircuscentre/) - [National Collaboration](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/national-collaboration/) - [Troupe](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/troupe/) - [2024](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/2024/) - [2024 Annual Report](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/2024-annual-report/) - [2024 Snapshot](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/2024-snapshot/) - [Gold Matilda](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/gold-matilda/) - [Matilda Awards](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/matilda-awards/) - [2024 Partners & Supporters](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/tag/2024-partners-supporters/) ## Class Types - [Adult](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class-type/adult/) - [Special Needs](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class-type/special-needs/) - [Child](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class-type/child/) - [Kindy](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class-type/kindy/) - [Beginner](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class-type/beginner/) - [Intermediate](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class-type/intermediate/) - [Advanced](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class-type/advanced/) - [Specialist](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class-type/specialist/) - [Holidays](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class-type/holidays/) - [Private Classes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class-type/private-classes/) - [First Nations Classes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class-type/first-nations-classes/) ## Staff Types - [Management](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff_types/management/) - [Board Members](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/staff_types/board-members/) ## Performance Categories - [Current Projects](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance_category/current-projects/) - [Previous Projects](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance_category/previous-projects/) - [Performances supported by Flipside](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance_category/performances-supported-by-flipside/) - [Circus School shows](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/performance_category/circus-school-shows/) ## Blogs - [News](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/blog/news/) ## Class Periods - [Term Classes](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class_period/term-classes/) - [Circus School Term 4](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class_period/circus-school-term-4/) - [Holiday Program](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class_period/holiday-program/) - [One Off Class](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class_period/one-off-class/) ## Testimonial Types - [Workshop Testimonial](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial-type/workshop-testimonial/) - [Birthday Testimonial](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial-type/birthday-testimonial/) - [Special Event Testimonial](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/testimonial-type/special-event-tesimonial/) ## Class Streams - [Fun and Fitness](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class_stream/fun-fitness/) - [Skill Progression](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class_stream/skill-progression/) - [Social Circus](https://flipsidecircus.org.au/class_stream/social-circus/)