Knihovna Cirqueonu uspořádala další přednášku, tentokrát na téma "Jak propojit akademický výzkum a praxi v cirkuse?" Hlavní řečník, producentka a výzkumnice Barbora Adolfová, sdílela své zkušenosti a poznatky ze sociálního (social) a mladého (youth) cirkusu, se kterým se seznámila v CIRQUEONu v roce 2010, což posléze vedlo k jejímu doktorskému studiu na DAMU, Fulbrightově stipendiu na Pennsylvania State University v USA a nedávno k práci v Bruselu, kde od ledna 2024 koordinuje mezinárodní síť mladého a sociálního cirkusu Caravan Circus Network. Během setkání v knihovně CIRQUEONu Barbora Adolfová prezentovala svůj kvalitativní výzkum zaměřený na "mladý" hlas, kterým chtěla prokázat, že cirkus pro mládež může podporovat sounáležitost a posilovat komunitní vazby. K poslechu zve Veronika Jošková Štefanová, šéfredaktorka Cirqueon Cirkus Podcastu. Debaty a přednášky v knihovně CIRQUEONu jsou realizovány v rámci projektu NPO CIRQUEON - nová generace reg. č. projektu: 313000233. Editor: Veronika Jošková Štefanová Zvuk: Petr Váně Foto: Ben Mahjoub EN "Can the circus promote a sense of belonging?" Lecture by Barbora Adolfová on the "young voice" in circus The CIRQUEON Library organized another lecture, this time on the topic "How to Connect Academic Research and Practice in Circus?" The main speaker, producer, and researcher Barbora Adolfová, shared her experiences and insights from the field of social circus. Barbora Adolfová encountered young and social circus at CIRQUEON in 2010, which eventually led to her doctoral studies at DAMU, a Fulbright scholarship at Pennsylvania State University in the USA, and most recently to her work in Brussels, where she coordinates the international network of young and social circus, Caravan Circus Network, since January 2024. During the meeting at the CIRQUEON Library, Barbora Adolfová presented her qualitative research focused on the "young" voice, aiming to demonstrate that circus for youth can promote solidarity and strengthen community bonds. Veronika Jošková Štefanová, editor-in-chief of the Cirqueon Circus Podcast, invited listeners to tune in to this discussion to better understand the connection between academic research and practical applications in the circus field. Editor: Veronika Jošková Štefanová Sound: Petr Váně Photo: Ben Mahjoub

Sinking sideways is a young belgian circus trio consisting of Xenia, Dris and Rraf. A day after they performed their great show Cecile at Cirkopolis festival, we talked about the show, but also about the inspiration, co-work and plans for future. For Cirqueon circus podcast, Barbora Schneiderová Author: Barbora Schneiderová Editor: Veronika Jošková Štefanová Sound: Petr Váně Photo: David Konečný

The international, interdisciplinary research project Circus and its Others presents its fourth edition. The fourth international conference on Circus and its Others will take place in Bogotá, Colombia, from 28 February to 3 March. It will be co-organised by Charles R. Batson (Union College), Karen Fricker (Brock University) and Olga Lucia Sorzano (Artemotion, Colombia, University College Dublin, Ireland). And the Achura Karpa festival is produced by the core conference team. Circus and its Others aims to explore the ways in which contemporary circus artists and companies engage with concepts of difference, otherness and alterity in their practice. What are the contemporary challenges facing the field, and what characterises the community of people who have dedicated themselves to circus research? And how has this research evolved over the past ten years? A few days before the start of the conference in Bogotá, I spoke to Charles R. Batson, Karen Fricker and Olga Lucia Sorzano about their current perceptions of the project. Today you are listening to the Cirqueon Circus Podcast with Veronika Jošková Štefanová. Author/Editor:Veronika Jošková Štefanová Sound: Petr Váně

Three women breaking stereotypes. Debra Batton, Sharon Gruenert and Spenser Inwood discovered the joy of each other's strengths, challenges and weaknesses in the performance Casting Off at Jatka78 in Prague. The Australian company A Good Catch experiments with circus structures with a feminist tone and a proactive attitude. At Jatka78 I spoke to Debra, Spenser and Aleshanee Kelso, Sharon Gruenert's replacement, about age as a theme in circus performance and the alternative perspective of women's bodies in circus. You are listening to the Cirqueon Circus Podcast by Veronika Jošková Štefanová. Author/Editor: Veronika Jošková Štefanová Sound: Petr Váně Photo: A Good Catch

Ana Jordao is a circus artist and dancer based in Berlin. In her new piece, she is exploring the relationship of the body and objects, but also with Vincent, her art partner, who is in charge of the rigging, while she delves into another discipline: hair hanging technique. They stayed for a residency in CIRQUEON and we all held a conversation right after the showcase of their work in progress. Author: Barbora Schneiderová Editor: Veronika Jošková Štefanová Sound: Petr Váně Photo: Jakub Dušek

Sweedish Kompani Giraff creates visual and circus performances with a passion for magic in everyday life situations. It´s shows are based on young people's perspectives and the trust in children's ability to absorb complex subjects’ issues. Internationally the company has performed in China, America, France and other parts of the world. In November 2023 presented a new performance The Goldberg variations at Jatka78 in Prague. The performance refers to both the symmetrical piece of music by Johann Sebastian Bach and to the cartoonist Rube Goldberg, who is known for his drawings of incredibly complex, chaotic machines made out of everyday objects. The director magician Axel Adlercreutz engaged two artists – the Czech juggler Filip Zahradnický and French acrobat Clémence de Felice who I interviewed after one of their performances at Jatka78. Listen to CIRQUEON CIRCUS PODCAST today with Veronika Jošková Štefanová. Author/editor: Veronika Jošková Štefanová Sound: Petr Váně Photo: Goldberg Variasions, Kompani Giraff

At Cirkus Cirkör, the sky's the limit! This leading art centre utilizes the captivating language of circus to craft extraordinary artistic experiences. More than just an organization, Cirkör embodies a school, a dynamic meeting place, a laboratory of innovation, a residential space, and a comprehensive training centre. With a mission to stage circus arts training and education for young people, both with and without disabilities, Cirkör also houses an upper secondary school. The Cirkör House, situated in Alby, Botkyrka, serves as a vibrant hub where longterm and social circus projects thrive, leaving a profound impact on community development. As part of the Reinventing Circus Organizations project, a gathering was hosted at the Cirkör House, setting the stage for transformative discussions. One pivotal question underpinning this project's core: How can we foster a working environment that ignites a sense of ownership in individuals and allows them to resonate with the organization's goals and vision? Join us on the engaging CIRQUEON CIRCUS PODCAST, where Veronika Jošková Štefanová had the privilege of interviewing Clara Noman, the head of the pedagogical department at Cirkör. Discover how Cirkus Cirkör empowers its team members to embrace their creativity and pursue excellence fearlessly. If you want to learn more about Reinventing Circus Organizations project and get tools how to reinvent your organization visit our website: https://www.cirqueon.cz/cirqueon_projects/reinventing-circus-organisations Author/editor: Veronika Jošková Štefanová Sound: Petr Váně

It was the founders' desire to explore uncharted territories, such as training people in honest communication, that led to the creation of Coraggio – Die Kulturanstifter, an association for cultural education based in Berlin. Focused on the performing arts encompassing circus, theatre, dance, and music, Coraggio embraces a holistic approach to education, fostering the participation of children, young people and adults in cultural, social, and political spheres. As one of the four organizations that joined the transformative Reinventing Circus Organizations project, one of Coraggio's founders, Anne Timm, and her colleague Francesco Procopio, aimed to revolutionize their approach. A meeting in Stockholm, hosted at the Cirkus Cirkör base, served as a pivotal moment in their Reinventing Circus Organizations journey. Curiosity led me to explore how Coraggio, as a Teal organization from its inception, functions and what significant tasks lie ahead. For these insights and more, tune in to the CIQUEON CIRCUS PODCAST, hosted by Veronika Jošková Štefanová. If you want to learn more about Reinventing Circus Organizations project and get tools how to reinvent your organization visit our website: https://www.cirqueon.cz/cirqueon_projects/reinventing-circus-organisations Author/editor: Veronika Jošková Štefanová Sound: Petr Váně

Reinventing Circus Organizations II – Cirkus in Beweging: Harnessing Passion for Organizational Success In the rapidly evolving landscape of the 21st century, traditional hierarchical management no longer suffices. Especially in the realms of social and youth work. How can we use our deep passion for our work to benefit our organization? Addressing challenges of the present and uncertainties of the future became the cornerstone of the Reinventing Circus Organizations project. Four European organizations, including Cirkus in Beweging, united in this endeavour. Located in Leuven, Belgium, Cirkus in Beweging stands as one of the largest educational circus centres in Europe. With a wide array of public courses, attracting nearly 1,500 participants each week, the organization also spearheads international projects, youth exchanges and offers a space for professional artists to unleash their creativity. Intrigued to learn more about how Cirkus in Beweging navigates these transformative times? Tune in to the interview with Marth De Kinder and Stef Langmans. The discussion took place during a Reinventing Circus Organizations meeting in Stockholm, hosted by another project partner, Cirkus Cirkör. Catch this insightful episode on the CIQUEON CIRCUS PODCAST, hosted by Veronika Jošková Štefanová. If you want to learn more about Reinventing Circus Organizations project and get tools how to reinvent your organization visit our website: https://www.cirqueon.cz/cirqueon_projects/reinventing-circus-organisations Author/editor: Veronika Jošková Štefanová Sound: Petr Váně

How can we create a working environment that motivates people to take ownership of their work and fosters a strong identification with the organization's goals and message? This fundamental question marked the inception of the Reinventing Circus Organizations project. CIRQUEON – Centre for Contemporary Circus, one of the four European organizations involved, embarked on this journey to address the challenge. Located in the Czech Republic, CIRQUEON is dedicated to supporting and developing contemporary circus arts. Their primary mission is to disseminate information about domestic and European events in the contemporary circus field, foster new circus projects in the Czech Republic, facilitate the growth of circus skills among experts and the general public, and collaborate with other circus centres worldwide. Curious to learn why CIRQUEON joined the Reinventing Circus Organizations project and what transformations have already taken place within the organization? Stay tuned for insights in the CIQUEON CIRCUS PODCAST, hosted by Veronika Jošková Štefanová. If you want to learn more about Reinventing Circus Organizations project and get tools how to reinvent your organization visit our website (https://www.cirqueon.cz/cirqueon_projects/reinventing-circus-organisations). Author/editor: Veronika Jošková Štefanová Sound: Petr Váně