cabinet of juggling curiosities

A Systematic Jugglogical Excursion into the Depths and Secrets of Skilled Object Manipulation.

Myths, facts, arguments, and unexpected connections. An interactive performance that blurs the lines between theatre, new circus, stand-up comedy, and a scientific lecture.

Have you ever wondered what objects—and how many of them—people have juggled over time? Did you know the first mention of juggling comes from a 4,000-year-old wall painting in Egypt? That Leonardo da Vinci was a decent juggler? That an hour of juggling burns about 280 calories—the same as playing badminton for an hour? Or that juggling has remarkable effects on brain structure and that there’s even a mathematical notation for juggling? And finally, did you know the universe itself is, in a way, a fascinating juggling trick? What about juggling and theology? And juggling and you? The Trick Brothers’s production aims to introduce the audience to the history and background of juggling as a unique physical activity and circus discipline—delivered in a distinctive, interactive format. Expect hands-on demonstrations, reconstructions of forgotten juggling techniques and tools.

To juggle is to be better!
This performance is not merely a glorification of one circus discipline, but a thoughtful advocacy for the art of juggling. All wrapped in the authentic and unmistakable humor of The Trick Brothers, who serve up a show that will make you want to give it a toss.

Concept & Direction: The Trick Brothers
Performed by: Adam Jarchovský, Václav Jelínek
Producer: Michaela Holbíková, ART Prometheus

Length: 45 minutes
Age: 8+, in Czech language

Reviews:
“The Brothers leave no doubt that they are excellent representatives of their field—though I hope the audience was equally delighted by their humor. They followed classic juggling with balls and clubs with a short show demonstrating all the unexpected things one can manipulate—not just throw in the literal sense. As a playful introduction to the subject, the production works brilliantly. Bratři v tricku have based it on the popular format of a parody lecture or presentation, something Czech audiences particularly enjoy. It could easily evolve into a regular show, since serious panel discussions are sometimes best interrupted with theatrical insight. And Czech audiences love intelligent humor—that’s for sure.” Lucie Kocourková, Opera+