Wild and unfettered and renowned for their absurd humour and death defying antics, Circus Oz cover the stage and ceiling with swinging stunts and slapstick gags, infecting audiences of all ages with a riotous joy.
Circus Oz / Artistic overview
Circus Oz was founded in Melbourne, Australia in 1978. The company's 30th birthday year marks three successful decades of international touring, as well as its place in the hearts of generations of Australians The principles that were the heart of the original Circus Oz philosophy are still reflected in their performances today: collective ownership and creation, gender equity, a uniquely Australian signature and teamwork.
Company information / http://www.circusoz.com
From New York to Hong Kong, Circus Oz has staged its self-crafted performances of wit, grace, spectacle and satire to critical acclaim. They have broken box office records at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and represented Australia at scores of international festivals. Central to the Circus Oz philosophy of tolerance, diversity and human kindness is its engagement in issues associated with social justice, including work with charities, indigenous communities and refugees and asylum seekers.
