Irish Street Arts, Circus & Spectacle Network

12/06/2026

Irish Artists at Sibiu International Theatre Festival 🌟

This June, Irish artists will take centre stage at Sibiu International Theatre Festival (FITS). One of the world’s largest performing arts festivals, FITS attracts tens of thousands of visitors Sibiu, Romania, transforming the city into a vibrant cultural hub for ten days. The festival features a rich mix of theatre, dance, music, circus, opera, film, exhibitions, conferences, and street performances, showcasing both renowned international figures and emerging talents.

FITS has provided an incredible platform for Irish artists to showcase their work at the festival. The shows will be attended by the Ambasada Irlandei Bucureşti / Irish Embassy Bucharest, Mr Brendan Ward, ISACS Director Lucy Medlycott, and other members of the Circostrada Network.
Learn more about their shows taking place across the city from 19-28 June.

🎭 Featured shows:
• Miss Mary – Kristyn Fontanella (19–21 June)
• We Are the Champions – Circus Simon (19–22 June)
• Runners – Hippana.Maleta (23–24 June)
• Claudette – Maleta & Balance Toi (25–26 June)
• Stroll on Our Shoulders – Cikada Circus (26–28 June)

The Irish Spotlight at the festival is supported by Culture Ireland.

See more: https://isacs.ie/isacs/irish-artists-spotlight-at-sibiu-international-theatre-festival-fits-2026/

09/06/2026

📣 Áras Éanna Ionad Ealaíne Residency – Applications are open to ISACS members!

ISACS is pleased to present the 2026 Áras Éanna Ionad Ealaíne Residency, offering ground based artist duos the opportunity to live and create for one month on the island of Inis Oírr, Co. Galway.

✨ What’s involved:
• €3,500 bursary (towards travel & living expenses)
• Mentorship support + access to theatre & studio space
• Documentation of work (with a renowned Galway-based photographer)
• Optional final sharing with the island community

🎯 We’re seeking ISACS members who are:
• Ground-based artist duos
• Eager to connect with island life, culture & environment
• Working in outdoor/ground-based practices
• Clear in their artistic intent and goals
• Committed to fully engaging with the residency experience

This residency is about time, reflection, deepening your practice and connecting with the unique island landscape and culture.

🗓️ October 2–30, 2026
⏰ Deadline: 30 June (noon)
🔗 Apply here: https://isacs.ie/opportunity/isacs-and-aras-eanna-ionad-ealaine-residency-2026/

This initiative is supported by The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon

📸 Anja Nicholson And Amberlee Toumanguelov Áras, Éanna Ionad Ealaíne Residency, Photograph Credit Emilija Jefremova, Inis Oirr 2025

07/06/2026

The ISACS network sends their deepest condolences to the entire Fossett family and all who knew Marion Fossett.

She was a true icon of the Irish circus world- an aerialist, contortionist, sword balancer, singer and of course a wonderful ringmistress.

Marion was once quoted as saying "you can shake the sawdust from your feet, but you never shake it from your blood".

At dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis ✨

Marion Fossett, a ringmistress who was known as "one of the best" in circus entertainment, has died at the age of 71.

06/06/2026

and our partners brought the joy of Circus Céilí to life with six events across Cruinniú na nÓg! 🎪🎉

It was a fantastic day of creativity, with young people stepping into the world of circus through hands-on workshops and lively performances 🎭

We were delighted to see so many young circus enthusiasts getting involved, building skills, and sharing their talents in a fun and creative environment 🤹‍♂️🎊

:film_camera: Take a look at this highlights video from Galway Community Circus, capturing the action at the Circus Céilí ✨

Learn how to with Circus by visiting circusexplored.ie and at cruinniu.gov.ie 🔗

is supported by the CreativeIrl Programme in the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport and under the government’s Initiative in the Department of the Taoiseach. Led by in partnership with Circus Factory Cork (Cork), Cloughjordan Circus Club, Dublin Circus Project, Galway Community Circus, Circusful (Belfast), and In Your Space Circus (Derry).

06/06/2026

Galway Community Circus showcased the incredible creativity of young people at Circus Céilí as part of Cruinniú na nÓg 🤸🎭

In the lead-up to the event, young people have been taking part in weekly workshops, developing their circus, movement, and performance skills in collaboration with Galway Dance ✨

Take a look at some of our favourite moments from the Circus Céilí 📸

Learn how to with Circus by visiting circusexplored.ie and cruinniu.gov.ie 🔗

is supported by the CreativeIrl Programme in the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport and under the government’s Initiative in the Department of the Taoiseach. Led by in partnership with Circus Factory Cork (Cork), Cloughjordan Circus Club, Dublin Circus Project, Galway Community Circus, Circusful (Belfast), and In Your Space Circus (Derry).

06/06/2026

Circusful hosted a Circus Céili in Carrickfergus Civic Centre today as part of Cruinniú na nÓg 🎪

This event brought young people together to enjoy the wonder and colour of circus with the movement and joy of dance 🌟

Take a look at some of our favourite moments from this special gathering in Carrickfergus 📸

Learn how to with Circus by visiting circusexplored.ie and cruinniu.gov.ie 🔗

is supported by the CreativeIrl Programme in the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport and under the government’s Initiative in the Department of the Taoiseach. Led by in partnership with Circus Factory Cork (Cork), Cloughjordan Circus Club, Dublin Circus Project, Galway Community Circus, Circusful (Belfast), and In Your Space Circus (Derry).

06/06/2026

Dublin Circus Project invited young people to a Circus Céilí at the Séamus Ennis Arts Centre, as part of Cruinniú na nÓg ✨

Participants explored circus through movement and play, discovering how everyday objects like ropes, feathers, ribbons and even socks can be transformed into exciting circus props 🤹‍♀️

Swipe through to see some of our favourite moments from the event 📸

Learn how to with Circus by visiting circusexplored.ie and cruinniu.gov.ie 🔗

is supported by CreativeIrl Programme in the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport and under the government’s Initiative in the Department of the Taoiseach. Led by in partnership with Circus Factory Cork (Cork), Cloughjordan Circus Club, Dublin Circus Project, Galway Community Circus, Circusful (Belfast), and In Your Space Circus (Derry).

06/06/2026

We had an incredible time celebrating Cruinniú na nÓg with Circus Factory, who brought the Circus Céilí back to HQ to create a vibrant hub of creativity, performance and fun 🎪

Circus Factory invited young people to engage in live singing, dance performances, as part of their circus céilí 🎶✨

We were blown away by the amazing workshops for young circus enthusiasts, which took place in Cork City and Bantry 🎉

Take a look at some of our favourite moments from a truly joyful day! 📸

Learn how to with Circus by visiting circusexplored.ie and cruinniu.gov.ie 🔗

is supported by the CreativeIrl Programme in the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport and under the government’s Initiative in the Department of the Taoiseach. Led by in partnership with Circus Factory Cork (Cork), Cloughjordan Circus Club, Dublin Circus Project, Galway Community Circus, Circusful (Belfast), and In Your Space Circus (Derry).

06/06/2026

Cloughjordan Circus Club hosted a Circus Céilí as part of Cruinniú na nÓg 🎉

It was an action-packed day in Tipperary, with young people getting hands-on experience in circus skills, including wire walking, and taking part in a creative sea-themed workshop. Youth members played a key role throughout the day, supporting activities and delivering pop-up performances 🧜‍♀️🎊

The celebrations continued with Cikada Circus bringing their show Walk the Plank to the green in Cloughjordan 🤸

Take a look at some of our favourite moments from the Circus Céilí 📸

Learn how to with Circus by visiting circusexplored.ie and cruinniu.gov.ie 🔗

is supported by the CreativeIrl Creative Ireland Programme in the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport and under the government’s Initiative in the Department of the Taoiseach. Led by in partnership with Circus Factory Cork (Cork), Cloughjordan Circus Club, Dublin Circus Project, Galway Community Circus, Circusful (Belfast), and In Your Space Circus (Derry).

06/06/2026

What a fantastic day at In Your Space Circus, Circus Céilí in the Craft Village, Derry, as part of Cruinniú na nÓg!

Young people and their families came together to enjoy an afternoon filled with circus, dance, creativity, and fun, with plenty of opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to get involved.

A huge well done to the Aspiring Leaders who helped plan and deliver the day's activities, and to everyone who joined us to celebrate creativity, community, and the joy of circus 🎪

Take a look at these fantastic snapshots from the Circus Céilí in action 📸

Learn how to with Circus by visiting circusexplored.ie and cruinniu.gov.ie 🔗

is supported by the Creative Ireland Programme in the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport and under the government’s Initiative in the Department of the Taoiseach. Led by in partnership with Circus Factory Cork (Cork), Cloughjordan Circus Club, Dublin Circus Project, Galway Community Circus, Circusful (Belfast), and In Your Space Circus (Derry).