Activities for professionals

P.O.N.T de Cirk: Open Thinking for New Territories

360º Accompaniment Circuit of the Second Strategic Plan for Circus in Catalonia

Activity organized in collaboration with La Central del Circ and the Rogelio Rivel Circus Arts Centre.

This activity is exclusively aimed at emerging circus artists and students from the Rogelio Rivel Circus Arts Centre.

The second edition of the training meeting Esperit Crític is part of the Knowledge Transmission and Professionalization Program of the 360º Accompaniment Circuit. Its objective is to develop analytical and critical thinking tools applied to contemporary circus, to foster spaces for dialogue and collective reflection among artists, students, and professionals in the sector, and to link criticism with artistic practice, exploring its application in stage creation. A joint work is proposed with artists to delve into creative processes, stage discourses, and dramaturgical construction of the viewed pieces.

Monday, May 12
Meeting with the Artistic Directors of Fira Trapezi
Alba Sarraute and Cristina Cazorla will provide context about the participating companies, delving into their dramaturgies and sharing the keys to the artistic content of the festival.

Wednesday, May 14
Attendance at programmed shows at Parc de la Festa
This meeting aims to enhance the analytical gaze and critical capacity of participants. It will be a space for reflection and analysis of contemporary circus works.

Saturday, May 17
AKÍ Show Performance
5.30 p.m. | For audiences aged 6 and up
Parking de Sant Francesc
This artistic proposal is the result of the diversity and creativity of emerging artists working with techniques such as acro-dance, straps, rope, acrobatic hoops, Chinese pole, juggling, music, and Cyr wheel. This show culminates five days of residency within Fira Trapezi.

Tuesday, May 27
Analysis session with the companies
Joint work with artists to delve into creative processes, stage discourses, and dramaturgical construction of the viewed pieces.

Wednesday, May 14


Welcome Coffee

9.00 a.m.
Cal Massó

An ideal meeting point for circus professionals attending the fair. A moment to connect, share, and prepare for a day full of opportunities. Come have a coffee and start the fair on the right foot!


ADGAE (in)FORMA | Capsules of Good Practices in Performing Arts Distribution

9.30 a.m.
Cal Massó
Spanish
Limited capacity

In collaboration with COFAE and ADGAE

Training workshop aimed at performing arts professionals interested in developing good practices in distribution, with special attention to performing arts for children and young audiences. A theoretical and practical session to improve distribution and contribute to a more ethical and sustainable performing arts market.


Focus Quebec | The Circus Ecosystem in Quebec and the MICC

11.30 a.m.
La Palma
Spanish | English

In collaboration with the Quebec Office in Barcelona

Discover the richness and diversity of Quebec's circus ecosystem and the impact of the International Market of Contemporary Circus (MICC). With the presence of a North American delegation, we will explore collaboration opportunities and strategic connections.

11.30 a.m. – Talk: The Circus Ecosystem in Quebec (MICC)

12.00 p.m. – Showcase Performances Quebec:

  • Acting for Climate · QQJF
  • The Hung Up (Los Colga-dos) · Second Hand
  • Frédérique Cournoyer Lessard · SCUSE
  • People Watching Collective · Play Death (Aurora Nova)

1.30 p.m. – Focus Quebec Vermouth


Official opening

5.00 p.m.
Castell del Cambrer
Catalan

Official opening of the 29th edition of Fira Trapezi by the city council and the fair's organization, followed by a performance by the company Tripotes.

Thursday, May 15


Welcome Coffee

9.00 a.m.
Cal Massó
Catalan | Spanish | English

An ideal space for professionals attending the fair. Connect, share, and prepare for a day full of opportunities. Start the fair on the right foot and with a coffee. See you there!


PRO Tables

11.30 a.m.
La Palma
Catalan | Spanish | English

In collaboration with APCC and CircoRED

Activity aimed at showcasing circus proposals from Catalan and other Spanish companies to local, national, and international programmers. Meetings will be organized by thematic tables according to the type of artistic proposals (target audience, stage requirements, etc.). Each table will include programmers and companies who will present their shows.

The goal is to facilitate awareness of the diversity of existing circus proposals. These are initial contacts intended to foster and facilitate professional relationships between companies and theaters, municipalities, and festivals.


PRO Vermouth

1.30 p.m.
La Palma
Catalan | Spanish | English

After the professional meeting, a vermouth will be offered. It will be the perfect time to start new conversations or continue pending ones in a more relaxed atmosphere. This gathering is open to all registered participants.


Trapezi Nights

10.00 p.m.
Thursday | Friday | Saturday
Lo Submarino de Reus

The perfect space to disconnect and share in a relaxed atmosphere. After a day full of professional activities and shows, we meet to dance, talk, and celebrate circus in a more casual way. Music makes this an unmissable event. Dive in and enjoy the night!

Friday, May 16


Welcome Coffee

9.00 a.m.
Cal Massó
Catalan | Spanish | English

A meeting point for circus professionals at this strategic fair. A time to meet, exchange ideas, and face a day full of opportunities. Enjoy a coffee and let’s start together!


Fresh News!

9.30 – 11.00 a.m.
Cal Massó
Catalan | Spanish

Short presentations about the latest news in the Catalan and Spanish circus sector that you can’t miss:

  • Café de las Artes: El SIC · Ibero-American Circus Showcase 2025
  • ADGAE Search Engine: From Professional to Professional
  • Circulem Project
  • Book Presentation: Piti Español, La pista africana
  • 1st Professional Conference Brots de Circ

Showcase Catalan Arts

11.30 a.m.
La Palma
Catalan | Spanish | English

Presentation of excerpts from shows in creation or recently premiered:

  • EIA · Secrets
  • BotProject · Sublunar
  • Nacho Flores · Doma
  • Circ Pistolet · Quan torni la primavera
  • Toti Toronell · No tireu ànecs al riu
  • Roseta · La vida taroidal

PRO Lunch

2.00 p.m.
La Palma
Catalan | Spanish | English

Informal lunch open to previously registered participants.


TRAPEZI PRO CATALAN ARTS

Location

Cal Massó
C/ de Pròsper de Bofarull, 7, Reus

Opening hours

  • May 14, 15, 16, and 17
  • 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Contact

Bruno Valls +34 603 33 71 53
[email protected]