PRIMAL
A Provocative Circus Inspired by the Animal Kingdom!
Get ready for Primal, the sensational new show from the creators of Rouge! Dive into a thrilling, sexy, and hilarious circus experience designed exclusively for adults. Primal showcases Australia’s top circus and cabaret talents in a wild ride of breathtaking acrobatics, dazzling cabaret, and electrifying dance.
Inspired by the raw energy of the animal kingdom and the complexities of human relationships, this nonstop spectacle explores identity, sexuality, and perception. With a mesmerizing mix of aerial artistry, fire performances, burlesque, and song, Primal is set to follow in the footsteps of the award-winning Rouge, delivering jaw-dropping acts with a cheeky twist. This is the most fun you'll have being absolutely blown away this year!
Primal is a new work in development. It will preview in December 2024, and premiering in early 2025. Audience responses and photos below are from our previous developments, with thanks to CircArts Geelong, Nexus, and Flying Fruit Fly Circus!
Audience Reactions:
"Challenged, surprised, enthralled, entertained."
"Powerful feminine energy flipping the narrative!"
"The pointe shoes! Floating. Feminine. Strong."
Show Information
Duration: 60-75 minutes
(Intermission on request)
Age Range: 18+
Touring Party: 7
Both aerial and ground-based versions of the show available.
Versions with and without fire acts available. Please enquire for details, as well as touring budget and tech specs.
Cast & Creatives
Director & Producer: Elena Kirschbaum
Performers: Leather Lungs, Sian Brigid,, Tro Griffiths, Emily Loe, Kat O'Keeffe, Paul O'Keeffe,
Costume Designer: April Dawson
Choreographer: Kat O'Keeffe