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This year\u2019s festival theme is TOGETHER<\/strong> \u2013 an invitation to explore participation, inclusion and the collective joy of circus. The programme highlights the unique ability of circus to bring people closer \u2013 artists and audiences, professionals and communities, strangers and future collaborators.<\/p>\n

A central focus of the 2026 edition is Flemish contemporary circus, one of Europe\u2019s most dynamic circus scenes. Alongside the artistic programme, RE RIGA! 2026 invites circus professionals, artists, students, producers, curators, festival organisers and emerging makers to take part in a free professional programme held in English.<\/p>\n

All professional programme events are free of charge, but prior registration is required.<\/strong><\/p>\n

REGISTER FOR THE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMME<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\n

TUESDAY, 11 AUGUST<\/h3>\n

17.00<\/strong>
\nInfo Session About Fringe Festivals<\/strong>
\nR\u012bgas cirks, Mer\u0137e\u013ca iela 4, Riga<\/p>\n

Led by Dan le Man<\/a> (Estonia\/Australia), this session is aimed at artists and independent performing arts companies looking for opportunities to present their work internationally.<\/p>\n

The session will introduce different Fringe festival formats, application processes and the role of Fringe festivals within the international performing arts landscape.<\/p>\n

Free of charge, with prior registration<\/a><\/p>\n

\n

WEDNESDAY, 12 AUGUST<\/h3>\n

10.00\u201312.30<\/strong>
\nAerial Straps Workshop with Company Alud<\/strong>
\nR\u012bgas cirks, Mer\u0137e\u013ca iela 4, Riga<\/p>\n

Led by Seraphim Richter and Daniel Fern\u00e1ndez L\u00f3pez from Company Alud<\/a> (Belgium), this masterclass will introduce participants to the foundations of aerial straps technique through structured exercises, technical drills and movement sequences.<\/p>\n

The masterclass is intended for professional aerialists, performing arts students and amateurs with previous aerial training.<\/p>\n

Free of charge, with prior registration<\/a><\/p>\n

17.00\u201318.00<\/strong>
\nInfo Session About Flemish Circus<\/strong>
\nR\u012bgas cirks, Mer\u0137e\u013ca iela 4, Riga<\/p>\n

Led by Circuscentrum \u2013 Flemish Centre for Circus Arts, this session will introduce the Flemish circus sector, its structure, artists, current trends and opportunities for international collaboration.<\/p>\n

The session is intended for Latvian and international circus artists, producers, curators, festival organisers and other professionals interested in the Flemish circus landscape.<\/p>\n

Free of charge, with prior registration<\/a><\/p>\n

\n

THURSDAY, 13 AUGUST<\/h3>\n

17.00<\/strong>
\nDiscussion \u201cCircus and Inclusion\u201d<\/strong>
\nR\u012bgas cirks Horse Stable, Mer\u0137e\u013ca iela 4, Riga<\/p>\n

The discussion will ask: who is still standing outside the doors of the circus? What does true inclusion mean, and how can culture challenge exclusion rather than unintentionally reinforce it?<\/p>\n

The panel brings together intercultural researcher and Latvian Academy of Culture PhD candidate Signe Bah\u0161teina (Latvia), Arno Wauters and Leander Vanhaeren (Belgium), and France-based circus artist and director Daniel Gulko.<\/p>\n

The discussion will be moderated by M\u0101ra P\u0101vula, Director of R\u012bgas cirks.<\/p>\n

Free of charge, with prior registration<\/a><\/p>\n

\n

FRIDAY, 14 AUGUST<\/h3>\n

11.00\u201313.30<\/strong>
\nThere There Company Workshop<\/strong>
\nJ\u0101zeps V\u012btols Latvian Academy of Music, Sports Hall, Kri\u0161j\u0101\u0146a Barona iela 1, Riga<\/p>\n

There There Company<\/a> (Belgium) invites you to join a physical, playful and inclusive workshop led by professional artists.<\/p>\n

Participants will explore simple dance-like movements and the basics of partner acrobatics, or what the artists call \u201cacrobatic encounters\u201d.<\/p>\n

After the workshop, participants will join the performances on 14 and 15 August and become part of \u201cHugs & Handshakes\u201d.<\/p>\n

The workshop is open to everyone aged 16 and over. No previous experience or special physical training is required. The workshop is designed to respect each participant\u2019s abilities, boundaries and previous experience.<\/p>\n

Free of charge, with prior registration<\/a><\/p>\n

14.00\u201317.00<\/strong>
\n\u201cBetween Idea, Form and Content: How to Prepare an Application\u201d<\/strong>
\nDay one of the Nordic-Baltic Circus Innovation Incubator workshop
\nR\u012bgas cirks, Mer\u0137e\u013ca iela 4, Riga<\/p>\n

As part of the Baltic Nordic Circus Network<\/a> project Nordic-Baltic Circus Innovation Incubator<\/em>, R\u012bgas cirks will host a two-day workshop for emerging Baltic circus artists and makers.<\/p>\n

The workshop will be led by Thiago Souza<\/a> \u2013 an artist, European circus platform circusnext<\/a> Laureate 2023 and member of the circusnext artistic jury.<\/p>\n

Participants will receive practical support in preparing applications for the circusnext selection, clarifying their artistic ideas and strengthening their project-writing and pitching skills.<\/p>\n

Free of charge, with prior registration<\/a><\/p>\n

\n

SATURDAY, 15 AUGUST<\/h3>\n

11.00\u201314.00<\/strong>
\n\u201cBetween Idea, Form and Content: How to Prepare an Application\u201d<\/strong>
\nDay two of the Nordic-Baltic Circus Innovation Incubator workshop
\nR\u012bgas cirks, Mer\u0137e\u013ca iela 4, Riga<\/p>\n

The two-day workshop for emerging Baltic circus artists and makers will be led by Thiago Souza<\/a> \u2013 an artist, European circus platform circusnext<\/a> Laureate 2023 and member of the circusnext artistic jury.<\/p>\n

Participants will receive practical support in preparing applications for the circusnext selection, clarifying their artistic ideas and strengthening their project-writing and pitching skills.<\/p>\n

Free of charge, with prior registration<\/a><\/p>\n

\n

All professional programme events will be held in English and are free of charge. Places are limited, so prior registration is required.<\/strong><\/p>\n

REGISTER FOR THE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMME<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

FESTIVAL PROGRAMME<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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