Circle Of Live: Barbican, London

In February 2024, Starling Works and Circle Of Live presented a co-production of immersive artistic improvisation at the Barbican, main hall. This multidimensional experience united music, technology, visual arts, scenography, and contemporary dance.

Music was crafted on the night from a dynamic ensemble of artists: JakoJako, an innovative Berlin-based sound artist mastering modular synths; Joep Beving, a celebrated Dutch pianist renowned for emotionally stirring compositions; Laura Misch, a multifaceted London-based saxophonist, vocalist, and genre-fusing producer; and Sebastian Mullaert, revered for his innovative contributions to electronic music and fostering collaborative, improvisational experiences.

All these elements converged simultaneously, complemented by a unique kinetic art installation and light show by Heleen Blanken and Daniel De Bruin, and a captivating contemporary dance performance by Nikita Goile.

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Performing Artists: JakoJako, Joep Beving, Laura Misch, Sebastian Mullaert

Dance choreography & performance: Nikita Goile 

Stage design: Heleen Blanken 

Kinetic Art Light Installation: Heleen Blanken, Daniel De Bruins 

Lights Direction and Design: Heleen Blanken, Roeland Schuijren

Creative Direction: Niko Seizov

Music Curation: Niko Seizov, Sebastian Mullaert

Executive Producer: Valentina Palange

Stage Manager: Robert Rea

Stage Assistants: Levana Tse, Bailey Harcourt, Paul M Harcourt & Leo Bonetto

Technical Supervisors: Martin Shaw, David Strange

Front of House Sound: Jonathan Teanby

Sound Technicians: Joleigh Saunders, Kieran Clarke

Lighting Technician: Tom Dryer

Production Manager: Mette Skriver

Music Programmer: Chris Sharp

Touring Management by Little Big Bookings: Alma Ernst, Ali Dependehner

Film Directed by Alex Leggatt 

DOP: Nick Bourdeaux 

Editors: Alex Leggatt and William March 

Camera Operator: Alex Leggatt

Camera Operator: Fyodor Houtheusen