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Circus Initiation with Marc Oosterhoff and Owen Winship - Workshop for all audiences
Forget your usual balance and dive into an acrobatic experiment where trust is your most valuable skill. Bridging contemporary dance and lifting techniques, this workshop offers a rare chance to explore fluid movement and cooperation in a relaxed, playful setting.
Centre culturel suisse Paris (Paris 3rd)
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Join Marc Oosterhoff and Owen Winship on Wednesday, December 9, 2026, for a circus workshop at the Centre culturel suisse in Paris. Between 15:00 and 17:00, participants are invited to explore the physical possibilities of the body through contact dance, improvisation, and acrobatic lifts. Emphasizing cooperation, trust, and mutual listening, the session provides a unique space to learn new ways of moving together. This event is open to anyone aged 11 and over, with a fixed entry price of 10 €. Whether you are a curious beginner or a budding artist, this workshop offers a practical introduction to the world of performing arts.
In echo to the show The Smallest Things, Marc Oosterhoff and Owen Winship offer a circus initiation workshop that invites participants to explore the acrobatic possibilities of the body. At the intersection of contact dance, improvisation, and acrobatic lifts, participants experience exercises accessible to everyone. Based on listening, trust, and cooperation, this practice allows discovering new ways of moving together.
Our take on this event
In conjunction with the performance The Smallest Things, artists Marc Oosterhoff and Owen Winship host an introductory circus workshop at the Centre culturel suisse in Paris. Taking place in the 3rd arrondissement on December 9, 2026, this session is designed to help participants discover their own acrobatic potential within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Running from 15:00 to 17:00, the workshop blends elements of contact dance, movement improvisation, and basic lifts. The curriculum focuses on developing a sense of connection with others, prioritizing active listening and teamwork over technical perfection. This approach ensures that everyone, from age 11 upwards, can engage fully with the movements and exercises presented during the session.
The cost to attend is 10 €, set at a single rate for all participants. By fostering trust and physical coordination, the workshop invites individuals to experience the fundamentals of contemporary circus in a professional setting. Ensure you secure your spot to participate in this two-hour exploration of the performing arts.
