A Circus of Selves event co-created by Enable Ireland and Circus Factory Cork!

Enable Ireland and Circus Factory Cork co-created A Circus of Selves, to support adults with disabilities to explore identity, expression, and wellbeing through physical theatre. Workshops are taking place now to empower participants to tell their own stories through creative engagement.

Circus of Selves is supported through Cork City Council by the Creative Ireland Programme.

This event will include a walk-through experience to showcase the project in its entirety. Explore the creative process of the participants. Learn about creating a narrative of self, using costume and props to explore identity within disability. Identity Corners, Story Stations and Playful Interaction Areas.

Participants will showcase their work through a documentary and a display of costumes they created. Photos and written information will communicate the vision behind the project which aims to foster greater visibility of adults with disabilities as creatives.

We hope the exhibition deepens understanding of participants’ experiences, and strengthens partnerships between Enable Ireland, local creative organisations and the wider community. The event culminates in a sharing circle – a relaxed, optional moment where participants can share what they enjoyed from the workshops.

There will be a joyful catwalk around the room with music, finishing with a closing reflection circle with participants, staff, and visitors. The night aims to be a celebration of identity, creativity, and community.

When: Culture Night, September 18th, 2026
Time: 4PM – 6PM
Where: Circus Factory
Ages: No minimum age, no upper age limit – Guardian must be present with under 18s at all times
No booking required

Price: Free