Hand to hand is a European contemporary circus exploration in public space to collectively question the notion of social ecology. The organisers are looking for contemporary circus artists who want to get a first insight into issues related to sustainability, trans-sectoral aspect and circus in public space.
The main aim of Hand to hand is to create new cooperation and new modes of understanding through social ecology where art in public space can contribute to the transition of the sector, transforming its artistic and methodological practices. 16 pre-selected artists will be asked to fulfil online a document of 6000 characters maximum to give an original and innovative idea, with ecological, social and political relevance they would like to develop during the process. The project will offer 3 workshop days for 16 pre-selected artists in Châlons en Champagne, France from 3-6 July. 8 circus artists will be selected after this workshop to follow the whole project.
4 exploration times will take place from September 2023 to April 2024 devoted to theoretical sessions alternating practical learning time and exchanges, meetings with workers from different activity sectors. Each exploration time will be designed around a theme/issue related to sustainability and will invite partners for a scientific approach.
Applicants should have an educational, creative and professional background (no circus degree requested but a professional experience as a creator) as well as a strong motivation to explore artistic practice in public space. Applications can be submitted until 30 May. Find more information here.
