NationalCentreforCircusArts (@nationalcircusuk)

Sounds of the National Centre for Circus Arts... It’s been a while since we've properly introduced ourselves 👋 Based in a Victorian power station in the heart of East London, we are a registered charity and one of Europe’s leading providers of circus education. The National Centre is home to…

Degree applications are now open for 2026-27 entry 🎉 Explore our prospectus and apply via link in bio

Now booking for Summer School this July! Learn more and get involved at the link in our bio. 🎪

Just one week left until Encounters, a showcase of solo performances at @Jacksonslane by our incredible second-year students. 20-22 May, book now at the link in our bio!

Booking is now open for our full term beginner Recreational courses starting in September. Can’t wait until then? We’ve got several short courses beginning in June. Try your hand at Juggling, Cyr Wheel, Tightwire, and more! Learn more and book now at the link in our bio.

No AI here! Our teachers are the real deal. Our next Recreational term begins next week — have you signed up yet? You can make beautiful shapes suspended from silks, learn to juggle, give handstands a go, or test your balance on tightwire. We offer classes for all levels, beginner to advanced…

Our BA3 Ensemble performance, ‘Liminal Planes’, is live on our YouTube! Watch now via the link in bio. Creative Facilitation by: Daisy Minto 📽️: Alice Underwood #Circus #Acrobatics #Aerialist

Our BA3 Ensemble performance, ‘Liminal Planes’, is live on our YouTube! Watch now via the link in bio. Creative Facilitation by: Daisy Minto 📽️: Alice Underwood #Circus #Acrobatics #Aerialist

Our BA3 Ensemble performance, ‘Liminal Planes’, is live on our YouTube! Watch now via the link in bio. Creative Facilitation by: Daisy Minto 📽️: Alice Underwood #Circus #Acrobatics #Aerialist

Our BA2 Ensemble performance, ‘Cold Pouring’, is live on our YouTube! Watch now via the link in bio. Directed by: Hobbit 📽️: Alice Underwood #Circus #Aerialist #Acrobatics

Applications are now open for London Youth Circus! The London Youth Circus is for young people aged 11 – 18 (Year 7 – 13) who are interested in taking their circus training further. The London Youth Circus programme creates well rounded circus artists, supports personal development, and helps…

Don’t miss out on our early bird discount for ☀️ Summer School 2026 ☀️ Dive into four unforgettable days of circus adventure this July! Young people will discover the magic of circus, taught by our team of experienced teachers in our state-of-the-art training space.    📍National Centre for Circus…

From National Centre BA (Hons) student to Artistic Director of Cirque du Soleil’s OVO!   We were delighted to welcome Lydia Harper and some of the cast members from the show to the National Centre last month as they led our current students through workshops in Chinese Pole and clowning, alongside…

Applications for our BA (Hons) in Circus Arts are now open for 2026 entry! Applications for in-person auditions close on 30 March, and the closing date for full video applications is 14 August. For more information on the degree programme and how to apply, visit our website…

That’s a wrap on our Open Day! We had a fantastic time welcoming prospective students to the National Centre. The afternoon included a tour of the building, a talk and Q & A on the admissions process and life as a degree student, and a workshop covering Acrobatics, Juggling, Aerial skills, and…

Last week, we welcomed our Centre for Advanced Training students for an intensive here at the National Centre for Circus Arts.    CAT is a government funded year-long progressive training programme for students across the country who show exceptional potential in circus and performing arts.    The…

Two days to opening! Here’s a snippet of rehearsals for our BA3 Ensemble production of Liminal Planes. You can catch the show performing in rep with our BA2 production of Cold Pouring. Purchase tickets for both Cold Pouring and Liminal Planes to receive 20% off your tickets, or take part in our…

Here’s a sneak peek into rehearsals for our BA2 Ensemble “Cold Pouring”. Performing in rep with our BA3 production of “Liminal Planes”, this double header is not to be missed! Opening night is in less than a week, have you booked your tickets yet?Purchase tickets for both Cold Pouring and Liminal…

They’re back! Here’s some snippets from our amazing BA3 cohort scratch night performances in December. You have another chance to catch the BA3 students in their Ensemble production Liminal Planes, alongside our BA2 cohort performing their Ensemble production Cold Pouring. 📅 12-14 February | 7pm &…

Circus will always love you back 🎪🤸💛 We’ve been loving term being back in full swing - and having our degree students, open training members and recreational participants back in the building! You can still join recreational courses (if there are spaces available) - call our reception on 020 7613…

Ever wondered what it's like to be a student at the National Centre for Circus Arts? In a few weeks (26 November) we're opening our doors for our Degree Open Day. If you're interested in our higher education programme head to our website to secure your free place. We can't wait to see you!

Unfortunately I do love (NCCA edition) We asked some of our degree students and teachers what they (unfortunately) do love about circus and training at the National Centre! #unfortunatelyidolove #nationalcircus #circuslife

Nothing beats signing up for a circus course at the National Centre! Our Term 1 courses have already kicked off — but it’s not too late to join the fun. 🎪
Limited spots remain on adult courses, workshops & taster sessions. 👉 Book now via the link in bio!

Once a power station, now a circus sensation ⚡ Explore how the historic Shoreditch Electric building has transformed into a hub for circus training and home to the @nationalcircusuk

Here's to the class of 2025 🎉 Their final devised performances are now live on our YouTube. Watch now via link in bio 🔗 🎥: @morreaux_video

We're not playin’ - Recreational circus courses are BACK this September at the National Centre 🎪 
Whether you’ve trained with us before or you’re trying circus for the first time, we can’t wait for you to join us. Don’t say there’s another 🎶… make it official and sign up for Term 1 now via link in…

From rehearsals at the National Centre to the Bridge Theatre…   Before the fairies took flight on stage, they trained right here at the National Centre for Circus Arts.   Take a look behind the scenes — from aerial training in our studios to the spellbinding moments on stage at @Bridge Theatre's A…

Our London Youth Circus end-of-year performance was completely sold out and full of flair!   Congratulations to our incredible LYC 3s for taking us on a camping adventure like no other — and to our talented LYC 2s for a fantastic Curtain Raiser!   A massive thank you to all the creatives, crew…

On one of the hottest days of the year, our graduating students brought even more heat to London. In true circus style, each graduate marked the completion of their degree by soaring through two blazing poles — because what’s a heatwave without a little extra fire? 🔥🎪 But beyond the spectacle…

Sign up to ☀️ Summer School 2025 ☀️ and dive into four unforgettable days of circus adventure this August! From aerial silks to clowning, tumbling to trapeze, young people will discover the magic of circus in our state-of-the-art training space. 📍National Centre for Circus Arts 📆 Mon 18 - Thu 21…