Hercinia Arts Collective in collaboration with SoCirC presents The Flying Machine a free circus show combining aerial dance and physical theatre, along with a community circus workshop for all ages.
These FREE shows run Wed Aug 20-Sun Aug 24, 2025 at Flagstaff Park, in the north east section just beyond the playground.
Seating available on the grass or you are welcome to bring your own seating.
Workshop begins at 5:30pm
Show begins at 6:30pm
Drawing from circus, dance, physical theatre and clown, The Flying Machine tells the story of a quirky inventor who, with the help of her assistants and the audience, builds a machine that can travel through space and time. Through her experiments we discover the power of human strength and resourcefulness in overcoming obstacles as she invites audience members of all ages to awaken their imaginations and find their sense of whimsy.
Community members will have the opportunity to join social circus ambassadors SoCirC for free workshops before the shows, where they will be introduced to circus skills such as juggling, object manipulation, and balancing. Participants who choose to will also have the opportunity to perform at that evening’s show.
The Flying Machine is Directed by Zita Nyarady and made in collaboration with the performers: Vanita Butrsingkorn, Kirsten Edwards and Natalie Parkinson Dupley, with previous collaboration by Emily Hughes and Valerie Cheng.
This show is part of Arts in the Parks Toronto and was made possible with the support of Toronto Arts Council and Toronto Arts Foundation.
Pre-registration is not required – all are welcome! Follow our website or social channels for any updates on cancellations due to weather.
