Mimbre create nuanced, breathtaking and highly-skilled acrobatic theatre. We use movement, high physicality and circus innovatively as a physical language to illuminate human connections and promote a positive image of women.
With an artistic voice that is physical and accessible, Mimbre builds relationships with broad, non-traditional audiences and participants, creating unexpected moments in unusual spaces and reclaiming some beauty within the urban environment.
Formed in 1999 and female-led, the creative and performance pedigree of Mimbre’s Artistic Directors Lina Johansson and Silvia Fratelli have earned the company a notable reputation for innovation and creativity. The company has received NPO/Core funding from Arts Council England since 2006 in recognition of the company’s innovative approach and contribution to excellence within the performing arts. Mimbre’s previous performances Sprung, Trip-tic, The Bridge, Until Now, Bench and If I could I would have toured widely and been performed across four continents.
In 2015 Mimbre was commissioned by the Royal Shakespeare Company to create Wondrous Strange for the 400th Anniversary of Shakespeare Celebrations and Mimbre’s Artistic Directors have worked with organisations such as the Roundhouse, National Centre for Circus Arts, National Theatre Wales, the Royal Opera House and English National Opera on exciting external artistic collaborations.
Every year Mimbre reaches 20,000 – 30,000 people through shows, youth programmes and professional development training.