06/02/2026
We want you!
Lost Performers Club is a Circus Development Programme for neurodivergent and/or disabled adults who want to develop skills in aerial circus and theatre.
We are making a show and we need more participants to join this amazing programme with all it has to offer in building connections, learning new skills and experiencing what it is like, to be part of a musical theatre and circus show!
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills, add to your CV and build connections for future shows and opportunities!
You will be working with a number of experienced professionals including director , .c
Please email [email protected] to register your interest, we have already begun rehearsals, but are keen for more people to join us! - check out the schedule for future dates - we need people who can come to as many of the set rehearsal dates and performance dates as possible!
Lost Performers Club (LPC) is a ACE (Arts Council England) funded bespoke training program hosted at Circus Hub for early career people to learn performance skills, circus skills, physical theatre and singing through the process of making a new circus musical called 'Joan and the Dragon'. Culminating in a semi professional performance at Lakeside Arts Centre in Autumn 2026, Directed by Ria Ashcroft and Farrell Cox, Book & Lyrics by Sarah Kolawole, concept by Lost Performer Club company, Music & Additional lyrics by Eleanor Isherwood.
What is it?
A Circus & Physical Theatre group for Neurodivergent and/or Disabled performers
We are making a circus musical called 'Joan and the Dragon' for family audiences
You will learn aerial, physical theatre, working as an ensemble, singing harmonies
Learn theatre making skills through being part of a semi-professional aerial theatre company
Masterclasses from experts (Mimbre, Head over wheels)
Training, support and up skilling to become a leader in the arts
Who is it for?
This is an opportunity for performers who are wheelchair users, neuro-divergent and/or disabled
Who have passion for performing, theatre making, singing, storytelling & circus
Who can commit to the project, rehearsals, dress rehearsals, preview show days, technical rehearsal days and final show day (Feb till October 2026).
Reasons to Join
A safe, non-judgemental space for neurodivergent, disabled and LGBTQIA+ community
A place to meet others and ignite a passion for performing together
Learn circus, physical theatre, singing, ensemble work & theatre making
Add to your CV or skill-set for future work
Gain a support network with friendly, like-minded humans
Be part of a semi-professional aerial theatre company
Unique opportunity to perform in a circus musical
Travel expenses paid to you for attending (£30 per session)
