Show Pony
Dance, Physical Theatre and Circus (physical theatre, storytelling)
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Venue 26Summerhall - Main Hall
- 10:35
- Aug 26
- 1 hour
- Country: Germany
- Group: By still hungry and Bryony Kimmings presented by Chamaeleon Berlin
- Warnings and additional info: Contains haze. Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing, Contains sexual references, themes of discrimination, references to aging and death
- Accessibility: May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
- Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
- Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
Description
Do you know what happens to acrobats when they hit middle age? Neither do still hungry, but they're going to use every trick they have to try and figure it out. Packed full of love, laughter and lunacy, Show Pony by still hungry and Bryony Kimmings is a joyful scream into the face of the patriarchy that challenges us to question our prejudices towards age and femininity, on stage and off. By the makers of 2019's award-winning hit Raven (The Scotsman Fringe First, Three Weeks Editor's Award).Please note that while all media gallery content is provided by verified members of the event, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society does not review or approve this content before it is posted. Reports of inappropriate content or copyright infringement can be directed to [email protected].
General venue access
- Accessible entry: Once in the Courtyard, follow the signs up the access ramp, pass in front of the decking bar and into the main reception. Follow signage to the Lift. Take this to the first floor, then take a left through the double doors. The Main Hall is on your right.
- Stairs: 11- 20
Wheelchair access type: Permanent Ramp, Lift (Building Lift)
Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info
Captioned performances
- Dates: 20 August
- Type: Open
- Booking options: You can book independently online, or contact our access team to book your tickets and request any specific seating locations or if booking a unit is required.
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- Email: [email protected]
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- Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance
JimArg 41 days ago
Was better than expected, made me think about people in circus with a new perspective, great personal stories as well
Dr Anindita Sarkar 43 days ago
Morning watching “Show Pony” which asks bigger questions about women, femininity and ageing. (What a joy after watching the funny but underwhelming Wankernomics show of yesterday evening).
I always wonder when your entire career is based on an ability to move quickly and flexibly, what happens when your body is no longer willing to play the game? Romy Seibt, Lena Ries and Anke van Engelshoven of Berlin-based circus collective still hungry have come up with a solution - make your own work. I found “Show Pony” funny, emotionally rich look at the 'before and after' of circus women performers. Yet as fun and in awe to watch their effortlessness aerial work on silks and rope, and flexibility of their contortion that’s not the heart of this story. It’s the wit and wisdom with which they take us inside circus life, as these three women peel back the sequins to reveal the human beings beneath.
Eugene Cosgrove 45 days ago
Great perspective on aging performers while still getting to see incredible circus performances up close. Absolutely loved it.
Flora 46 days ago
Impressive movement somewhat spoiled by the parody and/or saccharine view of female circus performers in old age. Why not come up with a solution of some kind, at least, to what is a very real problem? Create a new rule for circus!
Chris Lee 46 days ago
A moving combination of circus skills, biography and fear for the future from 3 woman whose ages are challenging them in a profession they love and have been in since childhood. Very thought provoking and brilliantly done. Well worth seeing.
Nick Fenton 48 days ago
What a total delight ! Three wonderful women who share their story and their skilful talent. We enjoyed every moment.
Benjamin Mainwaring 48 days ago
Great show! Lightly deconstructed circus that still has some great physical feats (and isn’t “weird” by any stretch of the imagination), but really shines at telling small, intimate human stories about the performers
Susan Reid 49 days ago
Really enjoyed this take on how three performers have adapted to being over 30 - great content and superb delivery
FBM 53 days ago
We enjoyed it. It's something different and, also, very informative. Its not circus, its not a comedy, its not a drama... but tells a very deep story.
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