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LiftUP

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Introducing LiftUP: a BrainFools tale

Who we are

A circus company with a track record of creating unique and uplifting performances grounded in social themes.

Our concept

LiftUP is an immersive circus experience exploring the loss of human

Artistic Vision

Lead by Sean Kempton (Cirque du Soleil director and performer) and Toffy Paulweber (BrainFools)

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The LiftUP Experience

Immersive Storytelling

The audience is transported to a postmodern world imagined by a child from the 1930s, where technology has stopped working

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A Quest for Connection

A group of people come together to create energy and transport a dome to Saturn, establishing a new "Norwich" and restoring human connection

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Live Postmodern Music

An original score performed live, enhancing the atmosphere and emotional impact of the show. With hits of today in style of yesterday.

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Meet The LiftUP Creatives

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Sean Kempton

Director (Cirque du soleil Performer)

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Holly Miller

Costume Designer

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Francesco Napolitano

3D Artist & Production Designer

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Carl Davies

Set & Prop Designer

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Toffy Paulweber

Producer

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Ade Berry

Mentor (Jacksons Lane)

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Why Norwich & Norfolk Festival

Unique & Uplifting

 

LiftUP offers a one-of-a-kind experience that resonates with the festival's commitment to innovative and engaging performances.

 

Socially Relevant

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Our show explores the timely theme of technology's impact on human connection, inviting audiences to reflect on their own experiences.

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Local Connection

 

By transporting the dome to a new "Norwich" on Saturn, we celebrate the spirit of the city and its residents.

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R&D: Jacksons Lane

January & May 2023

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4 Weeks Creation

Jacksons Lane, 101, Drill house

September - December 2023

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2 Weeks Rehearsals

Drill House

March/April 2024

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Premiere @ Norwich & Norfolk

Next steps

Any questions?

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