We are seeking local creatives and performers to be a part of the Big Top Festival program in Southport. We want bold, ambitious, and accessible work that celebrates the spirit of modern circus and engages audiences in joyful and unexpected ways.
We are looking for both medium and small scale works.
Medium: A circus-based, clowning, or acrobatic proposal that can be performed outdoors to a diverse audience of all ages. The proposal can be for existing artistic shows, providing they fit the brief of circus, acrobatics, or clowning as detailed above. The performance within this proposal should last between 20–30 minutes and can be performed multiple times per day.
The total budget for these shows is £6,000 each. This does not include production.
Small: A circus, clowning, acrobatic, walkabout, or processional proposal that can be performed outdoors without technical or production requirements and can be located in various locations across the town. The performance within this commission should last between 10–30 minutes and can be performed multiple times per day.
The total budget for these shows is up to £3,000 each with no additional production requirements.
Closing Date: Friday 23rd January 2026
Company/Organisation: Sefton Council
Opportunity URL: https://www.southport2026.com/opportunities/
Categories: Arts & Culture | Community & Participation | Theatre & Performance
