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  • Carnival of the Animals by Circa
A man holding a top hat and three acrobats twirling around the hatImage by Damian Bredberg
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carnival-of-the-animals-by-circa Carnival of the Animals by Circa Circa On Demand, Circus and Physical, Family / Kids Carnival of the Animals by Circa

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Overview

Carnival of the Animals whisks you away on a thrilling circus escapade inspired by Camille Saint-Saëns' delightful salute to feathers, fur and fins. Bringing this classical music suite to life for a new generation of circus, music and animal lovers, Carnival of the Animals captivates with whimsical tales of creatures of the land and sea.

Circa’s world-famous acrobats are joined by eight exceptional young artists from Brisbane. Together they fly, tumble, leap and spin their way through the wondrous worlds of the animal kingdom in this re-imagined production.

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Education Notes

Suitability: Prep to Year 6
This resource pack for teachers has been designed to support Prep-6 teachers and students to build on the experience of seeing Carnival of the Animals.
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Credits

  • Created by Yaron Lifschitz and the Circa Ensemble
  • Performed by Circa Ensemble and Young Artists
  • Director Yaron Lifschitz
  • Technical Director & Lighting Designer Jason Organ
  • Video Designer Michaela French
  • Sound Designer & Composer Quincy Grant
  • Set Design Yaron Lifschitz, Jason Organ, Libby McDonnell and Michaela French
  • Costume Designer Libby McDonnell

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