Chimaera - Workshops

1. Secret Garden: Fire-theatre Showcase

Chimaera are proud to introduce their new 2007 fire show "The Secret Garden".Unveil the mysteries of 'The Secret Garden' - a hotbed of incandescent, botanical splendour that will take you on a wondrous journey to an enchanting world that's just outside your back door!

From bounding grasshoppers to juggling techno moles, Chimaera's 12-strong cast combine evocative imagery with physical theatre that will captivate and inspire. Our curious gardener will lead you through the secrets of the insectile world - see dancing army ants, acro-spiders and emerging butterflies against a backdrop of flaming flowers and a giant spider-web sculpture of light.

This blazing cocktail of contemporary dance, circus and theatre showcases innovative fire props, stilts, mask-work and costume design, alongside a uniquely designed soundtrack - a collaborative creation with composer Thomas Bryan.

Be enthralled in this thrilling 30 minute spectacular hive of fire and wonder!

2. Fireshow!: High energy spectacular show

The Fireshow is a charismatic mix of skilful staff-spinners, jugglers, fun-loving hula-hoopers and much more, all brought together in spectacular, dynamic and compelling choreographies!

Of course with Chimaera's own crew of choreographers, fireworks specialist, media projections, prop and set designers and engineers, bespoke fireshows are enthusiastically accepted to create something just that bit extra special for your event.

3. Flameworks!: Fire and fireworks choreographed show

Add that extra sparkle to an event with Chimaera's integrated fire and fireworks show. Flameworks unites the mystic and wonder of dance fire performance and pyro-technics with the immense power and beauty of choreographed firework displays.

4. Warm Welcome: Mystical meet and greet displays

Jugglers, fire-eaters and body-burners - Chimaera offer a wide variety of welcoming performers to entertain your guests on arrival.

5. Stilt-walkers, jugglers and more: Walkabout entertainment

Roaming entertainment to spice up any event. From enchanting contact juggling to stilt-walking, roller-booting and hula-hooping, with big smiles and bigger personalities - add some colour and excitement to any event.

6. Workshops

Workshop training can be provided for ages 10 to 100, catering for skill levels ranging from complete beginners to semi-professionals. Our experienced teachers are dedicated to providing clear and comprehensive instruction in a friendly, relaxed and safe learning environment.

The skills we are able to give instruction in can include any combination of:
  • juggling
  • poi
  • staff
  • doubles staff
  • diablo
  • devilstick
  • stilt walking
  • prop-making
  • face-painting
  • fire safety
  • choreography