Anchored in Air

Head Over Wheels

Circus, Dance, Aerial, Music/Sound, Theatre

Anchored In Air is a groundbreaking aerial theatre show brought to you by Head Over Wheels, a disabled & non-disabled aerial company, pushing the boundaries of circus.

This debut show is a mesmerizing fusion of circus, dance, text and live music, taking audiences on a thrilling journey into the world of flying wheelchairs, integrated audio description, gravity-defying acrobatics, and the captivating challenge of navigating a colossal tower.

The trio grapple with themes of isolation, connection, struggle and rewards with their human and playful energy. Watch them clamber and tumble, as they navigate the ever changing and difficult world we live in.

About Head over Wheels

Head Over Wheels is a disabled and non-disabled multidisciplinary company that combines aerial, music, and theatre to create shows that push the boundaries of circus.

They strive for access within the arts, centering their work on inclusive design and focusing on access as a creative tool rather than an additional afterthought.

They challenge the expectations of what a “circus body” should look like. Their aim is to subvert the trends of glamorous and sensational circus, creating domestic and relatable work that resonates with audiences on a personal level.

Funding, commissioning and partner credits:

Anchored in Air is supported by Without Walls and commissioned by Brighton Festival and Certain Blacks. The R&D for Anchored in Air was supported by Blueprint: Without Walls R&D Investment Fund.

Commissioned by Crying Out Loud, Arts Council England, 101 Arts Centre and Jackson’s Lane. Supported by Arts Council England.

Image credits
© Hugo Glendinning
© Brighton Festival and © Clare Leach Photography