The Amazing Katleen

In this open-air production, Katleen takes us back to the “circus of yesteryear.” She breathes new life into forgotten handstand techniques with strength, elegance, and a playful twist.

The Amazing Katleen is a tribute to the traditional circus, seen through the eyes of women and mothers. She showcases both the power and vulnerability of being human.

Amid the nostalgic charm of a classic act, she performs graceful handstands and balancing routines.
Through a series of amusing mishaps, we see that even The Amazing Katleen is only human. Yet despite it all, she manages to live up to her name. A humorous and heartwarming homage to the old-fashioned circus—and to all mothers navigating life with balance and courage.

Credits and play: Katleen Ravoet

Coaches: Bram Dobbelaere and Aurélia Brailowsky

Dramaturgy: Aline Breucker

Costume: Brigitte Van De Wouwer

Scenography: Jordi Van Rompuy en Davide Salodini

Coproduction: Circ'Uit, Cirklabo

Thanks to Circuscentrum, Mira Miro, Vlaamse Overheid

Details

Type: street theatre. Outdoors or in a tent. Indoors also possible.

All ages

40 minutes

Up to 2x per day, with at least 2 hours in between.

Conditions

Minimum 7m x 7m

Flat, dry, and solid floor

Technical Rider
Circus performer balancing on a narrow platform with one arm, while holding a stick with a ribbon, in front of a blue curtain.
Poster of a circus act titled 'The Amazing Katleen' featuring a woman hanging upside down from a spotlight, balancing a ring on her hand, with green curtains in the background. Text 'Circ Rodini' at the bottom.
Performer lying on a table on stage, wearing a red and black lace dress, holding a microphone, smiling, stage curtains in the background.
A performer in red costume and hat, holding a bowl on stage during a theater performance with dark curtains and stage equipment in the background.

The Amazing Katleen

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