We produce carnivals and parades from scratch, but can also provide themed sections to enhance existing parades. We have hundreds of themed carnival costumes for children and adults available for hire, as well as a number of large scale processional…
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We make lanterns of all shapes and sizes. We make lanterns that float and fly, are processional or static, and use all types of materials: paper, fabric, fibre glass, plastics and anything else that we can find that enhances the glow of the light…
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Providing excellent quality arts workshops and participation opportunities lies at the heart of the company’s work. Over the last 10 years we have developed a unique model of community based arts practice, and have become widely recognised…
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Giant puppets are a particular specialty and over the last 11 years we’ve been developing and refining materials and techniques which make our puppets lighter weight, more articulated and easier to animate. We have a large range of wearable…
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We have a collection of weird and wonderful walk-about characters, whose presence in a crowd or on the street bring a uniquely entertaining experience and provide a sense of something really special taking place. All our characters can be…
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We design and build beautiful 2-D or 3-D fire sculptures, based on steel frameworks. They can be small scale or enormous crane hung images. Fire sculpture creates a fantastic instant effect, providing a dramatic highlight or finale to any…
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We combine all our work to create fantastic celebrations and spectacular shows. Up until now, these larger scale shows have been been presented as one-off events, but we are currently developing touring versions of our shows – watch this…
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We have various costume collections available for hire, in child and adult sizes. We also have smaller sets of special illuminated costumes and dazzling one-off costumes. Our outstanding Costume design team can provide designs and create…
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We have four colorful Art Carts that operate as mobile arts workshops, ideal for kids activities at festivals. The carts work best with two activity leaders, who can work with 10-15 people on a rolling basis. Activities we include: painting/printing,…
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We have a number of pedal powered kinetic floats available for hire, and also relish the opportunity to make new ones! Existing floats include: The Spinning Snowflakes, the Fishy Carousel, The Lantern Ferris Wheel, The Starburst, Exploding…
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We provide excellent artist residencies for schools, colleges and training courses, or groups of artists. The residencies may be run by an individual artist or a small team, providing training and guidance in all aspects of carnival arts,…
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We run occasional specialist master classes, lead by artists and theatre makers of national and international standing, in the following areas:
Kinetic processional sculpture, giant puppets, extreme costume and large scale lanterns.…
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We have a large selection of lanterns, flags and display structures of all colours and designs to hire, which can create enchanting spaces night or day. We are also very happy to work with you to create specially designed places and make or source…
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