Copenhagen CollectiveThe Genesis
Freesheet
About The Genesis
Experience the breathtaking journey of The Genesis, a one-hour contemporary circus spectacle that explores the depths of human connection, resilience, and the power of unity.
Witness jaw-dropping acrobatics seamlessly interwoven with moments of profound human expression, reflecting a modern world where individual brilliance finds its ultimate strength in collective harmony.
On stage, sixteen world-class artists conjure stunning visual poetry through intricate group formations and feats that defy the limits of human movement and emotion. Challenging conventions with powerful female bases and gravity-defying male flyers, The Genesis celebrates the beauty of diversity in physicality, heritage, and artistic expression.
The atmosphere of The Genesis is richly enhanced by a lighting design that evokes both the grandeur of a cathedral and the vibrant pulse of nightlife, intimately embracing and celebrating the performers. An original soundscape envelops The Genesis, where the elegance of classical strings and piano intertwines with the raw emotion of acoustic sounds and voices.
The Genesis premiered in Copenhagen at Baltoppen LIVE on July 4th, 2024, and continues its acclaimed tour across Europe.
About Copenhagen Collective
Witness the fusion of global artistry as the Copenhagen Collective takes the stage. Seventeen extraordinary acrobats, hailing from diverse nations and cultures, converge to redefine contemporary circus. Forged in disparate traditions and mastering a spectrum of techniques, their signature style ignites their shows, blending methods from South America, Europe, Canada, and Australia. Prepare for a truly unique acrobatic experience.
Follow our journey into creating the collective and our show The Genesis. Find it on YouTube via this link.
Artistic Team & Credits
Artists
Alfred Kriegbaum, DK
Ange Viaud, FR/UK
Bernardo Vargas, PE
Claire Bindoff, AUS
Federico Cabruja, ARG
Eloisa Trinidad, URU
Gonzalo Martinez, URU
Maeva Desplat, FR
Marilou Verschelden, CAN
Nathan Briscoe, CAN
Nicolás Gonzalez, CHI
Pauline Bonanni, FR
Ronan Jenkinson, IRE
Sónia Matos, PORT
Todd (Ted) Degnan, USA
Tuk Frederiksen, DK
Technicians Joshua Iciakene, FR
Manager Craig Dagostino, SCT
Creative team
Direction & Choreography Patrick King & Johan King Silverhult
Assistant Direction & Choreography Britta Oling
Re-staging, Dramaturgy & Choreography Daniel Gulko
Acrobatic Coaches Søren Flor, Craig Dagostino
Composer Leif Jordansson
Light Conception Stefan Goldbaum Tarabini
Costume Design Julie Hendel, Louise Egebro, Camilla Suleima
Filmmakers Luke Chadwick-Jones, Remy Archer
SoMe and Communication Andrés Alberto Cerdeira Méndez
Co-founders Søren Flor, Joachim Ante, Sónia Cristina Silvestre Matos, Alfred Hall Kriegbaum
Project Coordinator Søren Flor v. JA Circus
Agents Aurora Nova, Wolfgang Hoffman, Danielle Devery
Other original cast of The Genesis Joachim Ante, Anna Sofie Fornitz Vording, Rachel Orya Locks, Bechara Hage Meany, Raphaela Abreu Olivo de Almeida, Saila Salminen, Shona Morgan, Samuel Barnes, David Ullrich, Daniel Luengo
You may also like
Sadeck Berrabah presents Murmuration Level 2
Be mesmerised by human bodies in perfect unison.