
SNAKES & LADDERS
(In Development)
Snakes & Ladders is a high-energy, family-friendly circus show where the stage transforms into a life-sized board game.
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Featuring three skilled CIRCUS performers, the show brings the classic game to life through exciting circus challenges, audience participation, and a vibrant visual style.
KEY FEATURES
Touring & Production
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Small cast and crew that can travel in one vehicle.
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3 to 4-hour bump-in process with show and bump-out on the same day.
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Double show days possible.
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Designed for easy regional touring – no circus aerial rigging required.
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All props and set pieces fit into a van for transport.
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Flexible staging concept that works in a variety of venues.
Interactive Game-Style Stage
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The stage is a rolling board game printed onto a large piece of material with tiles that move as performers progress via a manual control.
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The audience plays an active role, rolling a giant dice to determine the path of the game.
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Each performance is unique based on the dice rolls, ensuring excitement and unpredictability.
Dynamic Circus Elements
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Ladders are central to the show, transforming into balance obstacles, climbing challenges, and even aerial apparatus with a bar stretched between them.
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A puppet snake brings another character of the game to life, adding playful mischief and challenges.
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A variety of circus skills will be showcased, including acrobatics, balancing, object manipulation, and physical comedy.
Theatrical & Visual Design
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Bright, colourful costumes enhance the playful and engaging atmosphere.
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Simple but effective lighting design to enhance the game-board aesthetic.
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A recorded voice narrator guides the story and adds a whimsical storytelling element.
Audience Engagement & Accessibility
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Lots of audience interaction, from rolling the dice to cheering on their chosen team (Explorer, Zoologist, or Engineer).
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A 50 to 60-minute runtime makes it accessible for families and young audiences.
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Designed to be inclusive and engaging for audiences of all abilities.
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Options for relaxed performances, sensory-friendly adjustments, and accessible seating arrangements.
Regional Touring Focus
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Designed for easy transport and setup, making it ideal for regional and community touring.
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Works in theatres, town halls, community spaces, and outdoor settings.
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Engages local communities with participatory elements, fostering connections through shared play.
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Supports local programming initiatives by providing high-quality, accessible circus entertainment.