YOUTH CIRCUS
ADVANCED TRAINING
There's room for everyone in the circus. This is core to our kaupapa, and in Youth Circus, we live that value by inviting youth from all arts and athletics backgrounds to apply.
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Our Youth Circus programme is our advanced training course for young rising talents (aged 10-18), offering fun intensive training and exciting performance opportunities.
Students must audition to join the course.
Auditions are held 1-2 times per year.
Application Form below.
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For more info, email manager@circus.org.nz
Youth Circus 2025
Course Information
Programme Overview
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The Youth Circus programme is for passionate young students aged 10-18 who want to push their training further and acquire strong foundations in circus technique and stage performance. It is the Circus Hub's version of a preparatory programme for tertiary education in circus arts.
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The troupe meets 3 times per week to train general circus skills, learn acting and dancing, practice group skills, and create acts. We encourage the troupers to set goals for their progress, and promote commitment. While we aim to challenge the students, having fun will always remain at the core of the course. The 14-18 years old troupers will also have the opportunity to train and create an act in the specialty skill of their choice.
The troupe will have opportunities to perform throughout the year, including in our RAW showcase. We also often get invited to perform at community events, which are excellent opportunities to gain extra experience.
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Training Schedule
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Tuesday and Thursday
4:30 - 6:30pm: All troupers
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Tuesday only
6:30 - 7:30pm: 14-18 year olds only, specialty training*
*Additional training is offered to 14-18 year olds in the form of class credits or private lessons, based on individual needs
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Saturday
9am - 12pm: All troupers
Next auditions: 16 March 2025
The Audition Process
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Interested in joining Youth Circus? We are looking for new circus-lovers aged 10-18 to join!
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During the audition process, the candidates will be asked to complete several exercises so the trainers can assess their physical movement skills, teamwork ability, and overall attitude. If candidates have additional skills they would like to demonstrate in order to show their readiness for Youth Circus, they are welcome to prepare a 1 minute (maximum) performance, which they can choose to present live at auditions, or send as video to the trainers. Finally, they will have a short interview with our trainers.
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Beginner students are more than welcome to audition for Youth Circus! Commitment and potential will be heavily taken into account when choosing new students. Show us that you are passionate and ready to train hard!
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Please view our 2025 Brochure (PDF above) for more information, including description, fees, and important dates.
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