Sorcán & Circus is a new community engagement programme developed by WILLZEE and the Irish Aerial Creation Centre, rooted in Fidget Feet’s circus theatre production H.O.M.E.The programme centres Traveller voices, creativity, and cultural expression, working with early-career Traveller creatives through mentorship, performance, and paid artistic opportunities.

Sorcán is a Cant word meaning sound, reflecting the programme’s focus on voice, presence, and being heard.

This workshop will focus on

• Songwriting
• Stage performance
• Collaboration
• Live show performance

The programme will take place in multiple locations along the west of Ireland.

Each location will host a maximum of 4 artists from the Traveller community, allowing for focused, supportive, and high-quality creative work.

Early-career Traveller creatives with an interest in music, performance, spoken word, or live performance practice.

If you, or someone you know, would like to take part, please send one of the following:

A short video explaining why you’d like to participate

or

A 50–150 word email explaining your interest

Please also include:

A video or online links to examples of your work (music, performance, spoken word, etc.)

We welcome applications in whatever format feels most comfortable for you.

Email: tsmwillzee@gmail.com