Lissy Lovett

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Mimbre Youth Programme runs weekly acrobatics and dance classes, building confidence, creating friendships and improving well-being among young people in Hackney. We teach nearly 50 young people every week and centre inclusion, diversity and representation to make sure that every child who wants to take part has a chance to join in. After 15 years…
Mimbre Youth Programme Report

We’re thrilled to share some of the feedback from both parents and students we had during the last academic year of Mimbre Youth. As our students grow, so does their confidence and social skills, all the time enjoying the inclusive space for all, regardless of means or abilities. You can find our full report here: We’re very grateful to…
Seeking Teaching Assistant 2023

Mimbre are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant for Mimbre Youth Programme, to support the main teachers in the delivery of our Tuesday youth classes, where we’re teaching acrobatics and dance to young people aged 5-16. We are looking for people with enough experience in dance or acrobatics to be able to support the young people in…
Photos from the Look Mum, No Hands! Tour

Our Daryl & Co co-production has been busy this and has even made its international premiere at Spoffin in Amersfoort, Netherlands. Have a look at some of the photos so far from this summer:
Remembering Michael Boyd

A few words from our Artistic Director Lina Johansson in memory of Michael Boyd who sadly passed away last week. Lina worked with Michael on a variety of productions at the RSC, Roundhouse and Garsington Opera. We’re all sending love and condolences to his family and friends. I was really sad to hear about Michael…
Join Mimbre’s Board 2023

Mimbre are a female-led producing company, creating delicate, breathtaking and highly-skilled acrobatic theatre for audiences in outdoor and unusual settings, touring nationally and internationally, with a strong digital presence. We collaborate across the Creative Industries, as consultants and creators. We run a vibrant local youth programme and an Artist Development Programme for physical performers. We…
Administration and Communications Officer 2023

Mimbre is seeking an Administration and Communications Officer. This position is a full-time and permanent contract. This role will support the company in its communication and marketing aims, help run the Mimbre office and carry out administration duties. Listen to Executive Director Lissy introduce the role below (the link will take you to Youtube). Application…
Guestblog: working and training in a youth circus in Sweden

In March, we had the brilliant Alma visit us from the Swedish Norrköpings Ungdomscirkus to undertake two weeks of work experience at Mimbre, as part of her studies. We asked her to tell us a little about herself and what it’s like to train in a Swedish Youth Circus. Read on to find out and…
Protected: Big Acro (working title) Creative Team and Cast

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New term of Mimbre Youth!

The summer term sign-up is now open, grab your spot and join us! We are excited to be restarting our Summer term classes for young people in Milton Gardens Community Hall on Tuesdays. The term runs on from 25th April – 4th July 2023 (there is no class on 30th May for half term week) at Milton…