The Rite of Spring, Igor Stravinsky’s ballet marvel, sent shockwaves through the course of 20th century music.
The Rite of Spring was originally composed for ballet, but Circa has boldly created the world’s first circus interpretation, combining the power of the music with the thrill of acrobats.
As a leader in contemporary circus, Circa’s Rite has captivated audiences globally, with performances in cities including Paris, Barcelona, and New York.
Debussy was also in search of new groundbreaking orchestral sounds, as he composed his alluring Prélude à ”L’après-midi d’un faune.” Under the baton of Umberto Clerici, this mythic dream is coloured with hazy impressionist hues.
Inspired by ancient Gregorian chants, Respighi’s Concerto Gregoriano is an unsung beauty of the violin repertoire, a moment of divine contemplation under the bow of QSO’s Artist in Residence, violinist Kristian Winther.
About
World premiere Brisbane 2025
Acknowledgements
Created by Yaron Lifschitz and the Circa Ensemble
Director Yaron Lifschitz
Conductor Umberto Clerici
Featuring Kristian Winther and the Circa Ensemble
International Representation
Allen Moon / David Lieberman Artists’ Representatives USA, Canada, Central & South America
Antonin Coutouly / Book Your Show France
Danielle Kellie / Circa Australia & New Zealand
Shaun Comerford / Circa Commercial Projects
Wolfgang Hoffmann / Aurora Nova Worldwide booking & coordination
Yaron Lifschitz / Circa New creations & big dreams
Circa acknowledges the assistance of the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body and the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.
Tour Dates
| Date | City | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 20th - 22nd February 2025 | Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre |