Ensemble Season 2026
WHEN: Thu 12 – Sat 14 Feb 2026
WHERE: National Centre for Circus Arts
From the 12th – 14th February 2026 our BA2 and BA3 students will be performing in a double bill as part of our Ensemble Season 2026.
Ensemble shows are an opportunity for our students to perform together, working with industry renowned directors. This year, we are delighted to have Hobbit direct our BA2 production Cold Pouring. In a new format for this year, our BA3 students have been divided into 3 companies, and will devise and direct three ensemble pieces themselves, under the creative facilitation of Daisy Minto.
Both shows, Cold Pouring and Liminal Planes, will be performed one after the other every night and for our Saturday matinee. Between performances, there will be a 20 minutes break for audiences to grab refreshments from the bar.
Book your tickets to experience a new generation of circus talent!
Photo: Alice Underwood
Book tickets for both Cold Pouring and Liminal Planes to receive 20% off your tickets.
Ensemble Season 2026
Book Tickets
We have three ticket tiers. Read on to select which one is right for you!
£10 | Reduced Price (for anyone)
We are committed to making our shows available to anyone, whether you are a student, unwaged or just hit by the cost of living crisis. Â Everyone deserves to see great circus!
£15 | Standard Ticket
Standard tickets help cover the costs of putting on these shows and paying the talented creatives we work with.
£35 | Support the National Centre
The National Centre provides world-class circus training and classes for over 900 people every week. With your support we we can continue this work; training the next generation of performers, improving access for those less able to participate, and providing support for professional circus artists in the UK.
Guests with access needs are entitled to a free carer ticket for one personal assistant/carer accompanying them. If this applies to you, please select a carer ticket (at no additional cost) alongside your purchase.
Thursday 12 Feb
Cold Pouring – 7pm
Liminal Planes – 8.30pm
Friday 13 Feb
Liminal Planes – 7pm
Cold Pouring – 8.30pm
Saturday 14 February
Cold Pouring – 2.30pm
Liminal Planes – 4pm
Liminal Planes – 7pm
Cold Pouring – 8.30pm