Modern circus performance by Upsala-Circus · 2026
Technical
Rider
Please read before confirming the booking.
General Contact
Polina Goriansakaia
+351 921 042 587
Based in
Zeitz, Germany
Contents
Who travels with the show

Team composition is confirmed individually based on event requirements.

RoleNumber
Performers3
Director1
Sound & Lighting Designer*1
Tour Manager**1

* Does not travel to all performances. Necessary for full indoor and site-specific venues.
** Same as above.

Indoor Rider
Full 45-minute programme for theatres and professional venues with complete technical infrastructure.

1. General Information

ParameterDetails
Duration45 minutes, no intermission
GenrePhysical theater performance with elements of modern circus
ThemeMigration experience
Recommended ageAdults and children ages 10+ (parental discretion advised)
Max. audienceUp to 300 spectators (depending on venue configuration)
! The performance contains loud/harsh sounds, a smoke machine, and pulse lighting (strobe effects).

1.2 Auditorium Layout

Staging formatFrontal (NOT 360°) — theatrical seating facing the stage
Central aisleRequired — used by both audience and performers
Row widthUp to 30 seats per row (recommended)
SightlinesRaised auditorium (raked seating) OR a raised/elevated stage is mandatory to ensure visibility for all rows

2. Stage Requirements

Minimum width8 meters
Minimum depth8 meters
Minimum height6 meters (clear height to grid/ceiling)
FloorDark (preferably black), non-slip, and level surface. Dance linoleum is ideal but not required.
! Gaffer tape is NOT suitable for securing dance flooring. Use proper dance floor tape only.

3. Rigging / Hanging Points

Working loadUp to 300 kg
Suspension heightAdjustable, 6–10 meters
LocationCenter stage, mounted to load-bearing beam
Construction typeDismountable, transportable

4. Lighting

  • All equipment must be provided before setup begins
  • Do NOT preset lighting equipment before the company arrives — hanging must be coordinated with our lighting specialist
  • All fixtures must be movable to adapt to the specific venue
  • 1 lighting technician from the venue required for full duration (setup / show / strike)
  • All color filters are provided by the host venue. If unavailable, the company will use its own set and charge separately
FixtureExamplesQty
Moving Heads ProfileJB lighting P12 or similar5
Moving Head WasheClay Paky B-EYE K10 or similar2
Profile on stand with 202 lee filterETC Source 4 36 degrees6
Pixel Bar with frost filterCameo PixBar 600 or similar5
Haze Machine1
Smoke Machine1

5. Sound

  • Mixer with input for operator's audio interface
  • 1 dynamic microphone + condenser microphones for stage miking
  • PA system with full venue coverage (including balcony and front rows)
  • Subwoofer with separate bus control from mixer
  • 2 monitor lines on stage (one per side)

6. Work Schedule

  • Equipment unloading — 1.5 hrs, 2 assistants
  • Scenery mounting — 1 hr
  • Lighting (hang, focus, program) — 4–6 hrs, 1 assistant
  • Sound check & rehearsal — 2 hrs
  • Stage cleaning before/after show — 1–2 assistants (+ vacuum after)
  • Dismantling — 2.5 hrs, 2 assistants
! The performance uses a large amount of paper confetti. At least 1 additional assistant and a vacuum cleaner are required for post-show cleanup.

7. Venue Checklist

Rigging & SafetyLadder and safe lifting system available for organizing suspensions
Volunteer Assistants2–4 people to help with set-up, technical installation, and front-of-house duties (welcome but not required)
StageMinimum 8×8×6 m, flat surface, black dance flooring
EquipmentAll lighting and sound equipment available per Sections 4 and 5
DarknessComplete darkness achievable on stage (indicator lights covered/dimmed)
AccessVenue access from 10:00 (earlier access available upon request)
ArrivalTeam arrives in the city one day before the performance
Outdoor / Flexible Venue Rider
Adapted 30-minute programme for outdoor performances, festivals, museums, galleries, and similar spaces. Aerial acrobatics (Cyr wheel) not included.
Duration30 minutes, no intermission
Minimum area8 × 8 meters
Max. audienceUp to 200–300 spectators
SurfaceFlat, level, and perfectly horizontal. A sloped or uneven surface is not permitted.
Surface cleanlinessFree from gravel, stones, glass, sand. Even fine sand or dust is not acceptable — it creates a slipping hazard.
PerimeterPerformance area must be clearly separated from the audience — no contact between performers and spectators.
The performance contains loud sounds and uses a smoke machine. Aerial acrobatics (Cyr wheel) not included.

Weather

  • In case of rain, the performance is only possible under a roof or canopy.
  • Minimum clear height: 5 meters.
  • No overhead obstructions permitted: trees, cables, branches.

Technical Requirements

  • PA system with coverage of the full audience area.
  • Minimum 2 power outlets: one left, one right of the performance area.
  • All cables must be covered and secured.
  • Sound check — minimum 1 hour before the performance.
  • Technical and full rehearsal — required prior to every performance.
Adaptive Rider
For non-professional and non-standard spaces — warehouses, courtyards, foyers, industrial venues, etc.
  • Minimum area: 8 × 8 meters
  • Minimum clear height: 5 meters
  • Surface: flat, level, and non-slip
We have our own light equipment and will bring it. Just let us know.

The feasibility of the performance is assessed individually based on a review of the specific venue's conditions. Please contact us to discuss your space before confirming the booking.

Crew & Staffing Requirements
Applies to all formats. These are recommendations, not mandatory conditions for booking.

Technical Crew (Recommended)

RoleWhen RequiredDuties
Lighting Technician (1)Setup, performance, strikeHang, focus and programme fixtures; operate the lighting board
Sound Operator (1)Setup, performancePA setup, sound check, playback support, monitor control
Stage Assistants (2)Setup, strike, cleaningEquipment unloading/loading, scenery mounting and dismantling, post-show cleanup
Rigging Specialist (1)Setup only (Indoor)Structural assessment and installation of hanging points

Volunteer Assistants (Welcome but not required)

  • 2 people for mounting suspensions, installing heavy equipment, dismantling
  • 1–2 people for setting up lighting and sound
  • 1–2 people for preparing the hall, stage, entrance control, inter-performance stage cleaning

Safety Requirements

Confetti hazardSlip risk after performance. 1 assistant and vacuum cleaner required immediately afterwards.
Smoke & hazeVenue must confirm these will not trigger automatic fire-suppression.
Strobe / pulse lightingA photosensitive epilepsy notice must appear in all audience communications.
Emergency exitsAll exits must remain fully accessible and clearly marked throughout the performance.
First aidVenue must have a first-aid kit on site and at least one first-aider present at every performance.
Fire extinguisherA CO2 or powder extinguisher must be accessible from the stage at all times.
Hospitality Rider
The touring team consists of 6 people. Arrangements must be confirmed in writing at least 3 weeks prior to the performance date.

Accommodation

  • 2 double/twin rooms + 2 single rooms (4 rooms total)
  • 1 night minimum; 2 nights if setup requires day-before installation
  • Private bathroom, Wi-Fi, secure parking. 3-star equivalent minimum.
  • Arranged and paid by the local organiser, or reimbursed against invoice within the agreed project budget

Parking

  • 1 bus/van with possible trailer — total length up to approx. 12 m
  • Secure parking for the full duration of the stay
  • Adjacent to the venue (loading bay preferred) or secured lot within 5 minutes
  • Overnight street parking is not suitable — secure overnight parking is mandatory

Dressing Room & Catering

  • 1 lockable room for 6 people with mirrors, table, and clothes rack
  • Kettle, water cooler, electrical outlets, restroom access nearby
  • Table for snacks and refreshments
  • Direct or quick access to the stage (max 2 minutes' walk)
  • No unauthorised access during performance hours
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