Founded in 1985, Circusful has built its expertise and approach over almost 40 years and is internationally recognised as a leading circus arts organisation.
Through participatory arts projects, bespoke events and performances, Circusful’s skilled team engage, surprise and motivate individuals and communities – often leading to improved outcomes in physical, social and emotional health and improved educational attainment and/or engagement.
Circusful’s headquarters, in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter, is the first and only fully equipped, purpose-built circus arts centre on the island of Ireland. Alongside ‘in-house’ opportunities the team offer an extensive outreach programme.
Circusful provides opportunities for service users, healthcare providing teams and visitors – all ages and abilities.
From a one off performance for a large audience to a longer-term programme for a small, identified, group, and everything in-between, Circusful offers opportunities for people to access and benefit from high-quality arts and creative programmes.
– Our Team-Building workshops improve communication, resilience, leadership and more.
– Our weekly workshops support participants to experience improved physical, social and mental health.
– Our performances inspire, engage and wow audiences, helping to offer moments of joy, shared laughter and a feeling of community.
Our vision: A 21st Century where streets, hearts and minds are filled with the wonder and colour of circus.