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Duck Pond Circa (Australia) When & Where January 22-25 at 8 pm and January 25 at 2 pm | Vancouver Playhouse Director and Stage Design Yaron Lifschitz Composer and Sound Design Jethro Woodward Costume Design Libby McDonnell Lighting Design Alexander Berlage Acrobats Asha Colless, Maya Davies, Malte Gerhardt, Oscar Morris, Kimberly Rossi, Sophie Seccombe, Clara Scudder-Davis, Zachery Stephens, Tristan St John, Adam Strom Reviewer Nancie Ottem |
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Circa (Australia) last came to Vancouver in 2023 and presented Sacre, an incredible program of dance and acrobatics that left the audience in awe. Circa is back! This amazing acrobatic troupe is in town to present Duck Pond. A tongue in cheek romp that pokes fun at the classic tales of Swan Lake and Hans Christian Andersen’s The Ugly Duckling. With the music of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake gently wafting through the air, the Circa acrobats put on an incredible performance. The company known around the world for their innovation, daring formations and humour in their programs have been touring since 2004. Yaron Lifschitz, the director and stage designer, has moulded the company into a preeminent, world-renowned performing arts company. Duck Pond's opening night was a masterful performance that had the audience alternating between holding their breath at the daring of these artists and gasping or clapping in unabashed appreciation of the extreme talent on stage. Playfulness is at the heart of Duck Pond. From the clever costumes designed by Libby McDonnell to the innovative choreography there is a delightful sense of fun in the whole program. The three acts that comprise Duck Pond seamlessly run together with the final act entitled "The theatre" taking the audience on a very engaging and uproarious ride. This company never disappoints. Strength, talent, innovation and surprise are built into every minute the Circa acrobats are on stage. © 2025 Nancie Ottem |
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