Using nine metre arcs of rolled steel Kilter is circus on the knife-edge of equilibrium. Inspired by the mechanics of the circus itself the new work from acclaimed One Fell Swoop Circus features never before seen apparatus, award-winning acrobatics and live music performed by Melbourne’s violinist beatsmith, ORCHA.

ORCHA’s universe of unique sounds, made entirely by the violin, and the poetry in motion of One Fell Swoop Circus takes a fresh look at the intersection of science and art.

Using live projection Kilter illustrates the mathematics and physics that underlies the acrobatics and asks, ‘how do we maintain balance in a turbulent world?’

One Fell Swoop Circus are debuting Kilter as part of the Melbourne Fringe Festival at St Kilda’s home for innovative contemporary performance, Theatre Works.

“The central idea of the work comes from how you stand on a rope - you don’t balance yourself over it – you pull the rope underneath you. You don’t find your balance, you fight for it, continuously.

“We love this physical manifestation of unstable equilibrium and think it speaks beautifully of what it’s like to move through life – one step at a time.” explains Director and company co-founder, Jonathan Morgan.

One Fell Swoop Circus
"If you want to see a group of exceptional humans pushing the limits of their art, this show is definitely for you." The West Australian

"...an intricate and mesmerising piece of art...It truly is a brilliant ensemble piece." ArtsHub

Past awards: Best Circus Weekly Award – Adelaide Fringe, Best Circus Nominee – Perth Fringe World Festival

ORCHA
‘A voice that reminds me of Sigur Rós frontman Jónsi... a real treat for the senses.’ Acid Stag

KET DETAILS

Venue: Theatre Works
Date: 11th to 16th September
Time: 7.00pm
Duration: 45 mins (all ages show)
Tickets: Preview $18, Conc. $21, Full $28
Bookings: melbournefringe.com.au or call (03) 9660 9666
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