The aim here is to raise the issue of parenthood in the circus arts, and to explore this still taboo subject: that of the maternity of high-intensity artists, from their pregnancy to their reintegration into the professional market. Intervention in the form of a round-table discussion and sharing of experience with the public during professional circus events, or in circus schools to raise awareness among students.

1h30 talk with debate.

Skywalk Above Prague tells the story of Basinga’s adventure during one of its greatest crossings or traverses, over the Vltava River in the Czech Republic in 2019 during the Letni Letna Festival. A wire stretched 35m high and 400m long. From technical preparation, to physical and mental preparation, to teamwork and the origins of the tightrope walking passion, this documentary provides an opportunity for exchange and discussion on the universal subjects of risk-taking, passion, teamwork and physical and mental challenge.

2h event: 50min screening + debate

This is an inspiring talk about Tatiana-Mosio Bongonga’s journey: from her discovery of the art of tightrope walking by chance, to her doubts and fears, to the construction of her identity as a woman artist, company co-director and young mother ; her desire to elevate her discipline to the top level of sport, and to take a fresh look at circus performers, whom she considers to be highly physical athletes.

1h intervention.

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Risk is different from danger. Because risk is controlled, weighed up, thought about and worked on for many hours to be tamed. The point here is to raise the issue of risk-taking as a necessity for autonomy and self-improvement. Our society tends to establish too many safeguards and precautionary principles, which are detrimental to the freedom of each individual to test his or her own limits. To dare. Who better than the tightrope walker to embody risk, the risk of dying, who sings the hymn to life inscribed in each of his or her steps.

Sharing experiences and 1h30 discussion.