ASTREA
A theatrical LED circus show & a mythical tale of hope
Using circus, theater & colors as symbols,
Astrea is a LED performance show, a visual feast & an epic adventure
About this LED Circus Show:
Inspired by the greek myth of Astrea, this LED Performance Show explores the human condition & humanity’s potential through the lens of myth. Full of meaning but without words, the story unfolds through a ceaseless chain of action packed events, never allowing even the youngest of spectators to lose interest. By blending ancient & modern, theater, dance, circus, martial arts & state of the art LED technology, Astrea tells an inspiring story;
it’s our story & each of us has a role to play.
During the summer of 2025, we worked to recreate this show in a duo format. The new show will debut in September as a duo, without an aerial act, but with lots of magical LED interactions between the artists and our LED arch. The result is a show that tells a bigger story and is logistically more affordable (without the need for aerialists).
Stay tuned to discover the new and improved version of this show, as well as a new promotional video (before the end of 2025)!
THE PHILOSOPHY BEHIND THE SHOW
By working together towards a common vision, humanity can overcome the challenges of our time to create a brighter future.
Humanity has jeopardized its environment to the point of catastrophe. Each of us faces an urgent choice: Do we live & act to please ourselves, without regard for others & the environment or do we live with & act for the good of all?
From a utopian vision of the past, through the current crisis & on to a brighter future, Astrea explores this central moral problem in dramatic & visually stunning ways.
The show suggests that a leap of compassion, solidarity & collaboration is necessary if we are to become the custodians (& not the destroyers) of life on earth. The show goes further to marvel at the limitless potential of a united humanity & our destiny amongst the stars.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- 2 artists | 40 minutes | Interior & exterior | Onstage only
- Featured in this LED circus show : LED performers & LED jugglers, pixel cyr wheel performance, LED magic with the LED arch
- Type of event: Indoor theater shows
- Minimum stage dimensions: 8 m depth x 8 m width x 3.5 m height
- Minimum security dimensions: 10 m depth x 10 m width x 3.5 m height
A WORD FROM ASTREA’S CREATOR SRIKANTA BAREFOOT
It is clear that humanity is at a crossroads and must make a crucial choice. A choice that will have either positive and lasting consequences or potentially devastating ones.
I aimed to create a story that inspires a better future for humanity, highlighting that the power to shape it lies within each of us.
Crafting a story without the use of words while keeping politics out of it, required a lot of reflection. I had the additional goal of keeping the show action packed & visually stunning in every moment so that even the youngest viewer could enjoy the show. By using a kind of color puzzle as a symbol, focusing on the human condition & celebrating the beauty this life & planet have to offer, the story of Astrea found its way.
