Australian acrobat event comes to Aberdeen as inaugural International Season begins

17/07/2024
Ten Thousand Hours - Darcy Grant

A TROUPE of eight elite Australian acrobats will perform at Aberdeen’s His Majesty’s Theatre
next week as part of Aberdeen Performing Arts’ International Season.


Described as an “ode to the countless hours needed to achieve great things”, Gravity and
Other Myths’ latest production, Ten Thousand Hours, will take place from Thursday, July 25
to Friday July 26.

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The show is part of Aberdeen Performing Arts’ inaugural International Season which kicked
off in June, introducing fresh, engaging, and exciting work to audiences in Aberdeen.
Continuing in July and September, the line-up boasts some of the most innovative and
cutting-edge performers from around the world.


Aberdeen Performing Arts Chief Executive, Sharon Burgess, said: “This show really
pushes the boundaries of what we typically think of when we imagine circus performers, with
awe-inspiring performances that push the boundaries of physical strength and skill. Ten
Thousand Hours, promises to be an exhilarating display of acrobatics and teamwork,
captivating audiences of all ages.”


Gravity and Other Myths (GoM) is a renowned contemporary circus company. They first
gained widespread acclaim with their debut production, “A Simple Space,” which premiered at
the Adelaide Fringe Festival. The show was an immediate hit, touring globally and continuing
to thrill audiences everywhere.


Ten Thousand Hours explores the dedication and hard work required to master the art of
acrobatics. The show embodies the principle that achieving excellence in any field requires
extensive practice and perseverance.


Eight elite acrobats will investigate physical skill; how we obtain it, how we perfect it, and how
it can transform our lives. Through highlighting the nuance of high-level acrobatics, audiences
experience a heightened appreciation of the countless hours required to master the skills they
are witnessing.

Tickets are on sale now. To book or for more information on the International Season, visit
www.aberdeenperformingarts.com, phone (01224) 641122 or visit the box office at His
Majesty’s Theatre or the Music Hall.

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