Cirkus 2021: Plan 47(b)?
We are all looking at a big plan through a narrow crack.
In a pitch-dark room there’s an elephant… or is there? The person holding the trunk insists it’s a giant snake, the one holding a leg thinks it’s like a tree-trunk, the one holding its tusk swears it must be a spear, the one holding its tail believes it’s a frayed rope, while the last one is sure it’s a wall.
An argument ensues… about the elephant in the room.
Inspired by the best-laid and ever-shifting plans of 2020, this funny and high-energy ensemble circus work features the 2020 2021 graduating class of the National Institute of Circus Arts.
Cirkus 202: Plan 47(b)?, co-directed by Mike Finch (Artistic Director, Circus Oz 1997-2015) and NICA’s own Stephen Burton, is a collaboration with Screen and Media (Animation) students and staff at Swinburne University of Technology.
NICA is Australia’s Centre of Excellence for training in contemporary circus arts. It is one of eight national arts training institutes and offers Australia’s only Bachelor of Circus Arts.
Content Warning: PG (parental guidance recommended).
SESSION TIMES
In 2020, the cast of Cirkus 2021: Plan 47(b)? found themselves training in circus and starting work on this production from their bedrooms during lockdown. Plans had to change. Now in the last weeks of rehearsal, this theme is alive and well as Victoria goes into lockdown. With everyone back again in Zoom-land, are we still on Plan 47(b)? Who can keep up?
To accommodate the ever-changing schedule of this production, we are disappointed to share that we have decided to cancel two performances of our planned season. Our preview on Saturday 12 June, and opening night on Tuesday 15 June have been cancelled.
Wednesday 16 June 7.30pm (Preview)
Thursday 17 June 7.30pm
Friday 18 June 7.30pm
Saturday 19 June 2.00pm
Saturday 19 June 7.30pm
LOCATION
National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA)
39-59 Green Street, Prahran Victoria 3181
COVID INFORMATION
We request that while attending this event you maintain NICA's Key COVIDsafe Principles:
- Stay home if you are unwell.
- Maintain physical distance where possible.
- Practice good hygiene.
- Clear record keeping and contact tracing.
- 'Clean as you go'.
- Avoid interactions in enclosed spaces.
As such, we ask that you check in using the Vic Gov. QR code on arrical, and follow directions from our COVID marshal.
Patrons are not permitted at the event if they have been instructed to quarantine by the Department of Health, or if they are unwell or experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19. Please contact info@nica.com.au for a refund or transfer if required.
In the event of cancellation due to advice from public health officials, all patrons will receive a transfer or full refund of their ticket price.
If you have any queries, please contact us on (+613) 9214 6975 or email info@nica.com.au
ACCESSIBILITY
- Entry on street level - entire space including entrance points, is wheelchair accessible
- The only stairs in the building is the tiered seating in the theatre. If you are using a wheelchair, a front row seat on ground level will be arranged - please let us know at the time of booking
- Inside the theatre, there will be a stage to the left and a seating bank to the right
- Outdoor space available to audience members near the entry of the venue
- Hard, non-carpeted flooring throughout
- This space can be quite loud and crowded
- Support animals will be allowed
- Free drinking water provided
- Carers and support people can attend the show for free, please contact us to arrange
Accessibility toilet:
- Handrails, hand basin with accessible tap handle, hand dryer at appropriate height for wheelchair use & angled mirror
- Dimensions 2.3 m x 1.9 m
- Entrance door width 850 mm, accessibility toilet corridor width 1.6 m, corridor entrance 1 m (no door)
- Distance from corridor entrance to toilet door 1.5 m, from toilet corridor to theatre main entrance is 17 m
- Entry to the bathroom requires no key
- There are handles and latches on the bathroom doors
CONTACT DETAILS
Alternatively, get in touch with us via:
Telephone (+613) 9214 6975
Fax (+613) 9214 6574
Email info@nica.com.au
PARKING AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Please note there is a lack of on street car parking availability around NICA. Roads surrounding NICA have limited street parking. If departing our venue late at night, please respect our neighbours and keep noise to a minimum. Please obey parking street signs and restrictions.
Stonnington Council operates a number of outdoor car parks that are a short walk from NICA. These include:
- Windsor Station Carpark, 28 Chapel Street - ticketing paid parking, Monday - Sunday all day
- James Street Carpark, 8 Lincoln Place - free 2 hour parking, Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pm
Check Melways Maps and Google Maps for locations.
Trams and Trains:
From Flinders Street Station take the Sandringham Line train to Windsor or Prahran Stations. The Number 6 Glen Iris Tram runs along Swanston Street. The closest stop is on the corner of High and Chapel Streets.
Trams operate from 5.30am to 12.00pm midnight and with extended services available on Friday and Saturday nights. Visit metlinkmelbourne.com.au for timetable information.