The week at Circus Tausendtraum began with a special highlight: on Monday, the groups were divided up. Each participant was allowed to express two wishes as to which areas he or she would like to perform in. The groups were then divided up so that all the children could fulfill at least one of their two wishes. This first meeting was exciting, as everyone found out who they would be training with and standing in the circus ring.
From Tuesday onwards, the actual training began: one hour of intensive practice every day in the various groups. The rehearsal rooms - and the gym - quickly filled with life, laughter and concentrated rehearsals.
The groups at Circus Tausendtraum
The artists
The artist group was one of the most active. The ball artists, who had to keep their balance on large balls, were particularly exciting. Step by step, they learned to move around safely and perform little tricks. The rope artists, on the other hand, trained high up, where body control, balance and courage were required. Their movements soon looked light as a feather and elegant.
The floor acrobats
The floor acrobats were all about creating spectacular shapes together. With a great deal of team spirit, human pyramids were built, ranging from simple constellations to elaborate combinations. The ladder pyramids, in which balance, trust and cooperation played an important role, were particularly impressive.
The fakirs
There was a touch of thrill in the air when the fakirs trained. They bravely ventured onto broken glass and the nail board. In doing so, they learned to overcome their fear and rely entirely on body control and technique. Their self-confidence grew with every rehearsal - and they were sure to amaze the audience. The dress rehearsal even involved real fire - that was exciting.
The jugglers
The jugglers brought color and momentum to the arena. They practiced juggling with scarves, which floated slowly and elegantly through the air, and with balls, which required much more coordination. The art of plate juggling was also particularly popular, requiring dexterity and stamina.
The clowns
For many, the clowns were the heart of the program, as they provided laughter and good humour. With a lot of imagination, various clown acts were created - from clumsy scenes to funny sketches and spontaneous jokes. The children discovered their comic side and learned how to use facial expressions, gestures and small props to great effect.
The magicians
In the magic group, it was time to raise the curtain on secrets and illusions. The young magicians rehearsed various magic tricks - from disappearing objects and card tricks to amazing illusions. It was particularly exciting to see how they developed their own stage show and captivated the audience with their mysterious gestures.
Training in the circus tent
A special highlight followed at the end of the week: on Thursday and Friday, the groups were allowed to train directly in the circus tent for the first time. The atmosphere there was completely different - the smell of the circus ring, the light, the fog and the large stage made the rehearsals more exciting and more real. Everyone could feel how close the big performance was getting.
Conclusion
The training at Circus Tausendtraum was not only a preparation for the big show, but also a valuable experience for all the children. They learned team spirit, courage, concentration and creativity - and above all: to have fun together in circus life.