{"id":35690,"date":"2025-07-08T11:40:44","date_gmt":"2025-07-08T08:40:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cirks.lv\/?p=35690"},"modified":"2025-08-13T17:56:35","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T14:56:35","slug":"festival-re-riga-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cirks.lv\/en\/news\/festival-re-riga-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Festival RE R\u012aGA! 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

We know that man is fragile and at the same time incredibly strong. Man is one of the rare animals that has a sense of humor and self-irony. Therefore, this year in the festival program and its communication we talk about the animal in man, about the animal in us, which we can cherish, tame, care for, love and also calm down. Man is a part of nature, and all the same rules apply to him that apply to all other living beings, however, we want to be the ones who are able to control our instincts even when it is difficult. Therefore, we invite you \u2013 nurture the animal in yourself!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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When: August 13\u201316<\/strong><\/p>\n

Where: Riga Circus (Mer\u0137e\u013ca iela 4) and V\u0113rmanes Garden<\/strong><\/p>\n

Who: performances for families, teenagers and adults<\/strong><\/p>\n

The program includes both paid and free performances!<\/strong><\/p>\n

TICKETS TO PAID SHOWS<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n
TICKETS TO FREE SHOWS<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n
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PROGRAM<\/h2>\n

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13<\/h3>\n

12:00\u201314:00\u00a0If Circus Workshop:<\/strong> \u201cKnitting Memories\u201d\u00a0(V\u0113rmanes Garden)
\nA workshop for women aged 60 and over, involving collaborative rope knitting and storytelling. No knitting experience needed. Advance registration will be required. Participation is free. Stories shared during the workshop will be featured in the performance\u00a0\u201cMelic.\u201d<\/p>\n

17:00\u201318:00\u00a0Discussion on the \u201cContemporary\u201d<\/strong> in Contemporary Circus\u00a0(R\u012bgas cirks)
\nA conversation exploring what makes circus \u201ccontemporary\u201d today.<\/p>\n

17:00\u201319:00<\/strong> Riga Circus School playground, Silk screen printing workshop by D\u0101rta Vilmane<\/strong> (R\u012bgas cirks)<\/p>\n

17:00\u201317:40\u00a0<\/strong> Documentary \u201cThinking Circus\u201d<\/strong>, dir. Arne Mannott (R\u012bgas cirks)<\/p>\n

18:00\u201319:00<\/strong> Discussion on the “Contemporary” in Contemporary Circus<\/strong> in collaboration with Satori (R\u012bgas cirks)<\/p>\n

19:00\u00a0Federico Menini \u201cLlar\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0(R\u012bgas cirks)
\n\u201cLlar\u201d\u00a0(Catalan for \u201chome\u201d) is a visually evocative circus performance where a juggler balances wooden elements to build his shelter. The show explores our roots and relationship with the spaces we inhabit. Followed by a conversation with the artist.<\/p>\n

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 14<\/h3>\n

15:00\u00a0Riga Circus School Workshops\u00a0<\/strong>(V\u0113rmanes Garden)<\/p>\n

16:00\u00a0If Circus \u201cMelic\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0(V\u0113rmanes Garden)
\n\u201cMelic\u201d\u00a0(Catalan for \u201cnavel\u201d) is an ethereal meditation on the ties that bind us. Handcrafted ropes and physical performance form a poetic dialogue. Audience and performers together explore themes of support and belonging, gradually weaving them into a shared experience. Followed by a conversation with the artists.<\/p>\n

17:00\u00a0Cie One Shot \u201cOne Shot!\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0(V\u0113rmanes Garden)
\nAn intense, musical show featuring acrobatics, axe throwing, and Chinese pole in a flawlessly choreographed spectacle. Belgian duo Maxime Dautremont and Foucauld Falguerolles prove that sometimes in life, you only get one shot \u2013 and they take it. Followed by a conversation with the artists.<\/p>\n

18:00\u00a0CircRodini \u201cThe Amazing Katleen\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0(R\u012bgas cirks Courtyard)
\nThis show revives forgotten circus traditions, giving them a modern breath. It honors the role of women and mothers in the circus, revealing both strength and tender vulnerability. The performance invites us to pause and embrace imperfection as a part of beauty. Followed by a conversation with the artist.<\/p>\n

19:00\u00a0Federico Menini \u201cLlar\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0(Arena)
\nA second chance to see this captivating circus meditation on home \u2013 not only as a physical space but also as a metaphor. Followed by a conversation with the artist.<\/p>\n

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 15<\/h3>\n

15:00\u00a0Riga Circus School Workshops<\/strong>\u00a0(V\u0113rmanes Garden)<\/p>\n

16:00\u00a0If Circus \u201cMelic\u201d\u00a0<\/strong>(V\u0113rmanes Garden)
\n\u201cMelic\u201d\u00a0(Catalan for \u201cnavel\u201d) is an ethereal meditation on the ties that bind us. Handcrafted ropes and physical performance form a poetic dialogue. Audience and performers together explore themes of support and belonging, gradually weaving them into a shared experience. Followed by a conversation with the artists.<\/p>\n

17:00\u00a0Cie One Shot \u201cOne Shot!\u201d\u00a0<\/strong>(V\u0113rmanes Garden)
\nAn intense, musical show featuring acrobatics, axe throwing, and Chinese pole in a flawlessly choreographed spectacle. Belgian duo Maxime Dautremont and Foucauld Falguerolles prove that sometimes in life, you only get one shot \u2013 and they take it. Followed by a conversation with the artists.<\/p>\n

18:00\u00a0CircRodini \u201cThe Amazing Katleen\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0(R\u012bgas cirks Courtyard)
\nThis show revives forgotten circus traditions, giving them a modern breath. It honors the role of women and mothers in the circus, revealing both strength and tender vulnerability. The performance invites us to pause and embrace imperfection as a part of beauty. Followed by a conversation with the artist.<\/p>\n

19:00\u00a0Roman \u0160kadra \u201cAbsurd Hero\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0(Arena)
\nA witty and aesthetically sharp contemporary circus performance inspired by Albert Camus. It questions what it means to, like Sisyphus, endlessly wrestle with one\u2019s burden \u2013 symbolized by a large red ball. The artist attempts to define his relationship with this weight. Followed by a conversation with the artist.<\/p>\n

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 16<\/h3>\n

12:00\u00a0Riga Circus School Workshops<\/strong>\u00a0(V\u0113rmanes Garden)<\/p>\n

13:00\u00a0Riga Circus School Students\u2019 Showcase\u00a0<\/strong>(V\u0113rmanes Garden)<\/p>\n

13:30\u00a0Riga Circus School Workshops<\/strong>\u00a0(V\u0113rmanes Garden)<\/p>\n

14:30 R\u012bgas maz\u0101kais cirks \u201cRunning Away with the Circus\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0(V\u0113rmanes Garden)
\nA new generation of Latvian circus and stage artists \u2013 El\u012bna Konrade, Betija Krolle, Roberts Aub\u0113ns, Ketija Jur\u010denko, Andris Ze\u013conka, and Em\u012bls Zenne \u2013 look at Latvia\u2019s circus past and reflect on their personal journeys to explore why the idea of \u201crunning away with the circus\u201d remains so compelling today. Followed by a conversation with the creative team.<\/p>\n

15:00\u00a0Roman \u0160kadra \u201cAbsurd Hero\u201d\u00a0<\/strong>(Arena)
\nA witty and aesthetically sharp contemporary circus performance inspired by Albert Camus. It questions what it means to, like Sisyphus, endlessly wrestle with one\u2019s burden \u2013 symbolized by a large red ball. The artist attempts to define his relationship with this weight. Followed by a conversation with the artist.<\/p>\n

19:00 Work-in-progress \u201cHurt\u201d by Maija Sukute<\/strong>\u00a0(Arena)<\/p>\n

20:00 Work-in-progress \u201cFragile Power\u201d by Lelde Feldmane <\/strong>(Arena)<\/p>\n

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