Duel Reality

The 7 Fingers (Les 7 Doigts),

 

About the Compagnie:

They are among the absolute stars of contemporary circus: The 7 Fingers / Les 7 Doigts de la Main come from the circus capital Montreal, where countless well-known companies of the so-called Nouveau Cirque have their roots (Cirque du Soleil also comes from Montreal).

The 7 Fingers are an art collective unlike any other. In 2002, the 7 founders set out to redefine circus by reducing it to its exciting essence.

The company tells stories with death-defying acrobatics and a life-affirming theatricality that only The 7 Fingers can offer.

Since its foundation, the ensemble has specialised in creating theatre experiences that are as diverse as the artistic directors themselves, in addition to their own distinctive touring shows: Original productions ranging from intimate one-man shows to large-scale arena performances, Broadway musicals, artistic collaborations with renowned international artists and companies, production design and direction, Olympic ceremonies, television appearances, fashion, art and music events and much more.

 

Each of these projects bears the unique signature of The 7 Fingers. The collective has constantly expanded its horizons by mixing genres and exploring new ways of telling stories. Fascinated by the human condition, The 7 Fingers create performances that celebrate our world, our time and our humanity. Their shows tour around the globe, engaging audiences wherever they go.

 

Duel Reality

 

Two households, both alike in dignity,

In fair Verona, where we lay our scene,

From ancient grudge break to new mutiny,

Where civil blood makes civil hands unclean.

Romeo and Juliet

 

From the circus to a new theatrical level
A creation by Shana Carroll, inspired by Romeo and Juliet.

Here, the world's most famous love story is brought back to the core of its conflict. The stage becomes a sports arena, the audience experiences the opposition of two groups who will naturally line up against each other, fuelled by the desire to surpass themselves and rise above the other. In the provocation and the conflict, the image of our lovers emerges. As fierce opponents, they don't seem to be interested in winning as long as their participation brings them closer together.

The competition is a game, but it can also become dangerously serious.

The world premiere was in August 2023 at the FRINGE Festival in Edinburgh.

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