Fiji's only circus brings acrobatics and hair hanging to Brisbane

Fiji's only professional circus, created by dance company VOU, is showing at Brisbane Festival. Ticket money funds dance scholarships in Nadi.

Why it mattersTicket sales directly fund dance education in Fiji. Young Pacific performers get fully funded training and careers with a company that showcases Fijian talent globally.

AustraliaBrisbane Festival runs until September 26 with about 70 per cent of programming free, giving Australian audiences access to Pacific circus arts this month.

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Why it mattersA working teacher has written a play good enough to be studied in schools, proving you can build a professional creative career while teaching.