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HEAD 2 HEAD 2008
The Australian Circus and Physical Theatre Conference
1- 4 March 2008, Adelaide, SA
The Australian Circus and Physical Theatre Association (ACAPTA) is proud to present our biennial Conference in Adelaide to coincide with the Festival and Fringe (including the Adelaide International Busking Festival) and immediately following the Australian Performing Arts Market.
In 2008, the Conference will focus on art-form creation, the role of circus and physical theatre in contemporary performance practice. The Conference will provide a focus for artists to discuss and debate their work, surrounded by performances from Australia and around the world.
With representatives from many of Australia’s internationally renowned circus and physical theatre companies sharing their expertise, master-classes from internationally respected practitioners, discussions on international touring with producers and artists, advice for small companies from arts-industry professionals and specific discussions focussing on community, Indigenous and youth circus practice, there will be much to learn and debate about during the four days of the Conference.
SATURDAY 1 MARCH
The Antipodean Circus Movement: Is there an Australian Circus Style? Chaired by Peta Tait, speakers to include Mike Finch, Jane Mullet and Daniel Aubin.
Getting (and staying on) the Road: The Challenges and Issues Facing International Touring Companies Today. Speakers include John Lambert, Paul McGill, David Clarkson and Simon Yates.
SUNDAY 2 MARCH
Circus and Theatre: How do They Generate New Meanings and Stories? Chaired by Bill Blaikie, speakers to include Jodie Farrugia, Kate Denborough, Rachel Swaine and Kate Fryer.
Circus and Spectacle: Circus's Renewed Role in Mass Celebration. Speakers include Sue Broadway, Debra Batton, Scott Maidment and Elena Vereker.
Youth Circus Forum - Young performers talk about their experiences.
MONDAY 3 MARCH
Circus and Dance: A Breadth of Styles. Speakers include Peta Johnson, Kate Champion and Kim Baston.
Training for Trainers Information Session - What are the options for trainers?
Conference Gala(h) @ The Umbrella Revolution - A Night of Spontaneous Mayhem, hosted by Eli and Katie of OzStar Airlines. Performers interested in strutting their stuff at this informal and supportive event, should 
Email Freya to express their interest.
TUESDAY 4 MARCH
Small Companies Information Session. Chaired by Antonella Casella, speakers include John Baylis (Australia Council), John Paxinos (Auspicious Arts) and Tony Rooke.
Conference Closer - A Bun Fight! - How was the Conference for you? Your last chance to share your opinions and create some controversy.
In addition to these discussion topics, a number of informal opportunities will be facilitated to encourage an ongoing dialogue and networking opportunities so don't miss this chance to learn from the best and engage with your peers during the Adelaide Fringe and Festival in March this year. For further information, email Conference Coordinator, Freya Waterson via the Contact Form and make sure to pass this info on to your colleagues and friends from the circus and physical theatre community.
Registering for the conference is easy and can be done
in one of two ways:
1. Print out and complete the REGISTRATION
FORM, return it via email or post and pay the registration
fee via PayPal or post a cheque/money order.
2. Alternatively, complete the ONLINE
REGISTRATION FORM and then pay the registration
fee via paypal or post a cheque/money order.
Significant discounts apply for ACAPTA Members and group discounts are also available, please email Freya to discuss.
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This project has been assisted by the Federal Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body.