A new adventure

I’m about to start initial research for a performance project aimed at children aged 5 and under, centring around the theme of adventure. This early stage research is generously supported by Starcatchers.

For well over a decade I’ve worked as a professional juggler, performing in theatres, circuses and carparks across the globe. Looking for a change from constant travel and the London rental market, I moved to Scotland in 2017.

In Scotland I discovered a love for nature and adventure which has reshaped my life and set me on a path to inevitably fall down a crevasse. 

Over the last 18 months I’ve been working in an outdoor nursery (children, not plants) in the Highlands of Scotland. I’ve spent countless hours interacting with children; playing, sharing stories and learning how to thrive in all the elements Scotland can throw at us.

My own performing work, experiences in the mountains and time at a nursery have lead me to appreciate the importance of nature, friendship and story. I’m hoping to create a performance-event-art-thingy that communicates the joy of adventure to a young audience.

I’m lucky enough to have Starcatchers supporting early research for the project. Starcatchers are experts at making performances and creative activities for for babies and children from birth to 5 years and the adults who care for them. I’ve extensively toured in Starcatchers and SUPERFAN‘s co-production, Little Top. I’m grateful to have such an experienced team helping me navigate the creative process and excited to see where it leads.

For myself this project is a departure from circus. What shape it will take, what mediums I will use and where the process will take me are all unknown, an artistic adventure in itself.