Circus Oz

At Circus Oz we are embarking on our next exciting chapter. Circus Oz has a rich and extensive history. Founded in 1977 we have entertained generations of audiences and had an impact on many Australian artists’ careers. Our enduring resilience and relevance are grounded in a trail-blazing spirit; being unafraid to innovate and embark on each new area of the company’s history. And there’s likely been no bigger marker of a new time than now. The pandemic has been the most dramatic of interruptions. It has flipped us around. The Melbourne context has kept us suspended longer. But we’ve embraced it as a rare gift to reflect. It has sparked us to question our direction. It has challenged us to explore what can circus uniquely contribute to our new world? Risk-taking, joy, innovation; the extraordinary out of the seemingly ordinary. Our 2021-22 program sees us transform our extraordinary home base into a lively engine room for circus creation. We will open our doors as a venue for new shows and next generation circus. We will provide opportunities for career development to support the health of our incredible industry. And you’ll experience circus popping up in surprising places as we contribute to the vibrancy and energy of our society.