Circus Elements
ProHighlights
- Stilt-walking characters to choose from, including formal greeters, chefs, a cranky teacher and a Christmas elf
- A comic unicycle police patrol of up to two performers that roves through the crowd handing out mock fines
- Drop-in circus skills workshops teaching juggling, plate spinning, poi, unicycling and hand-held stilts
About Circus Elements
Circus Elements is a circus entertainment troupe led by performer Scott Griffin, working with a flexible group of fellow artists. It started in 2009 when Scott settled in Adelaide, after years co-running and touring with a circus trio at festivals. For events, the troupe works mainly as roving entertainment. Stilt-walking characters move through the crowd: formally dressed hosts to greet guests as they arrive, a pair of chefs, a strict teacher and a Christmas elf who plays Santa's oversized helper. A unicycling police patrol, with one or two officers, hands out playful fines, and a dapper juggler works the room with plenty of cheek. The troupe also presents its own circus show. At festivals and larger events, Circus Elements can run drop-in circus workshops where guests of any age pick up circus skills such as poi, hoops, unicycling, juggling, plate spinning, balancing a stick on one hand, flower sticks and stilts held by hand. A more structured session can be arranged when that suits the day. The troupe has taught people from four years old to adults, including people with a disability. Past clients include council community centres, street fairs, the Glenelg Christmas Pageant and a national health conference, and the performers carry working with children checks and police clearances.
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Frequently asked questions
Which stilt characters can Circus Elements bring?
The roving stilt characters include formally dressed greeters for welcoming guests, a pair of chefs, a cranky teacher and a Christmas elf. Choose the character that fits the theme of your event.
What is the unicycle police patrol?
It is a comic roving act of up to two performers dressed as police officers on unicycles. They move through the crowd looking for any excuse to write a playful fine, which keeps guests of all ages amused.
How much space does a circus workshop need?
A drop-in festival workshop needs an area of about 8 by 8 metres, roped off with an entry and exit. The team decorates the space with colourful bunting and brings all the circus props.
What skills do guests learn in a workshop?
Guests can learn poi spinning, juggling, hoops, unicycling and plate spinning, along with flower sticks, stick balancing and hand-held stilts. Workshops usually run as a drop-in activity, with a structured format available on request.
How much does Circus Elements charge for an event?
Event entertainment is quoted for each booking, as no fees for roving acts or festival workshops are published. Travel fees may be added depending on where the event is held.
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