Le Gros Orteil: The Librarian
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Cirko – Center for New Circus
Since 2002, Cirko – Center for New Circus has been working to promote and develop contemporary Finnish circus. In 2011 the Cirko circus building opened in Helsinki’s Suvilahti – 1,400 square metres of office and performance space, custom made for contemporary circus.
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CirkoHomo-funky and street spunky, the queer circus returns from the 90’s to embolden beige political performance and drop its poetic mixed-race ink into a sea of circus white.5.2. klo 14:03
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Cirko”The Nordic Circus Scene is overwhelmingly white and I feel I have to continue to be active in giving access to education to those who may not feel invited.”5.2. klo 14:02
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Cirko”I realised that my memories of experiencing homophobia, racism and elitism were a treasure trove!”5.2. klo 14:01
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