Open Stage 2025

For one month, artists from all over the world have the opportunity to apply for the first FLINTA Open Stage at the Berlin Circus Festival. Graduates of circus schools use this performance opportunity to be seen in Germany and present their work for the first time. From over 150 applications, we have selected 9 modern, innovative and impressive acts:

• Host: Marianna de Sanctis 
• Anne Marjamäki – Handstand
• Erin Skye – Handstand
• Ella Hummel – Straps
• Maisie Mo and Amelia Thornton – Duo Straps
• ​Raya Mathiak – Tissue
• Eline Guélat – Chinese Pole
• Minna Marjamäki – Rope
• Anastasiia Sholokhova – Hair hanging