Performance explores time through running
The Prague-based company Cirk La Putyka has created a performance titled Runners, exploring the complex relationship with time through the motif of running. Stage design features a moving walkway
The performance takes place on a giant moving walkway that is constantly in operation, serving as both a surface and an obstacle for the performers. Combines circus and dance elements
The piece combines circus and dance elements, featuring acrobatics, Cyr wheel acts, and an enchanting soundtrack performed and sung on stage. Six performers tell micro-stories
Six performers explore the theme through various gestures, looks, and sounds, telling micro-stories in the time of a single action. Creative team includes multiple roles
The performance is directed and conceived by Rostislav Novák jr. and Vít Neznal, with choreography by Dora Sulženko Hoštová. Cast features alternating performers
The cast includes alternating performers such as Sabina Bočková / Aneta Bočková, Ethan Law / Martin Kadrnožka, Šárka Říhová, Viktor Černický / Jakub Slovák, Jakub Ruschka / Jan Čtvrtník, and Veronika Linhartová / Julie Goetzová. Dramaturgy and design contributions
The dramaturgy is by Petr Erbes and Viktor Černický, with set design by Pavla Kamanová and costumes by NoN Grata and Mikuláš Brukner. Music and technical support
The music is composed by Jan Čtvrtník, Veronika Linhartová, and Sabina Bočková, with lighting design by Jiří Zewll Maleňák and sound design by Jan Středa. Production and performance details
Technical assistance is provided by Daniel Hajtl and Petr Síla, with running coaching by Ian Adensam and physiotherapy support by Kateřina Mikynová. Photography and graphic design
Photography is by Jiří Šeda and Lukáš Bíba, with video by Jakub Jelen and graphic design by Adam Willant. Performance dates and venue
The production is by Cirk La Putyka, performed by Aurora Nova. The performance runs from 16 to 19 December 2026 at the Theatre du Maillon in Strasbourg.
