Free performances and circus workshops in Wirral this summer
People in Wirral are invited to experience an extraordinary day of free outdoor circus fun as the contemporary circus company NoFit State Circus brings its acclaimed production BAMBOO to Moreton Shore, on Saturday 8th August.
Taking place in partnership with Wirral Council, the event will feature two free performances at 12:00pm and 2:30pm, alongside free interactive circus workshops at 1:00pm and 3:30pm, giving audiences the opportunity to experience circus skills for themselves. No booking required.
Suitable for audiences of all ages, the production has captivated thousands of people across the UK, transforming everyday public spaces into unforgettable shared experiences.
Chair of Wirral Council’s Economy, Regeneration and Housing Committee, Cllr Mark Skillicorn, said:
We're delighted to be welcoming NoFit State Circus and their incredible production BAMBOO to Moreton Shore this summer. This is a fantastic opportunity for residents and visitors of all ages to enjoy a world-class outdoor performance completely free of charge on our doorstep.
And more than being a spectacular show, the event offers people the chance to get involved through hands-on circus workshops, helping to inspire creativity, build confidence and bring our communities together.
I am really looking forward to seeing as many people as possible come along to enjoy what promises to be a truly memorable day on the waterfront.
The Wirral performances form part of NoFit State's continuing UK tour and have been made possible through collaboration with Wirral Council. The wider project is funded by Arts Council England.
Directed by Mish Weaver, BAMBOO is a spectacular large-scale outdoor production unlike anything most audiences will have seen before. Using only sustainably grown UK bamboo and the extraordinary skill of world-class circus artists, the performance transforms open space into a constantly evolving landscape of towering structures, dynamic choreography and breathtaking acrobatics.
As the bamboo sculptures rise, shift and disappear, performers climb, balance, swing and fly through the air, creating a mesmerising circus playground that celebrates both the beauty and fragility of our interconnected world. Accompanied by vibrant live music, BAMBOO blends impressive feats of strength and agility with humour, grace and moments of genuine wonder.
While productions of this scale often tour major cities and established arts festivals, BAMBOO brings exceptional contemporary circus directly into the heart of communities, removing barriers to participation and giving local families the opportunity to experience internationally acclaimed live performance without having to travel. By transforming a familiar public space into an awe inspiring circus landscape, the event celebrates the power of arts and culture to bring communities together and create memorable shared experiences close to home.
NoFit State Circus is renowned for creating ambitious large-scale productions that tour nationally and internationally. Alongside its performances, the company is committed to developing the circus sector and delivering creative community programmes that inspire people of all ages, particularly those from underserved communities.
BAMBOO - Free Outdoor Circus Performances - What you need to know:
When: Saturday 8th August
Times:
12:00pm - Show 1
1pm - Workshop 1
2:30pm - Show 2
3:30pm - Workshop 2
Where: Moreton Shore (Opposite The Green Hut) , Leasowe Road, Leasowe, CH46 3SA
No booking is required.
Audiences are encouraged to arrive early and bring a picnic blanket or camping chair to enjoy this unique outdoor experience.
