Fireflies | Light Up Rochdale This Autumn
This autumn, Skylight Circus Arts and Culture Co-op are bringing something truly special to Rochdale. Fireflies is your chance to learn the incredible art of fire spinning and then step into the spotlight at the town’s spectacular Ignite Fire Festival this November.
Guided by the mesmerising Travelling Light Circus, participants will take part in a series of exciting workshops. You’ll build skills step by step in a safe and supportive space, before coming together to create a dazzling group performance for Rochdale’s most fiery event, Ignite Fire Festival!
Fireflies is more than just a fire spinning and performance. It’s about trying something new, being creative and finding connection in the community, all while working with incredible professional fire performers!
Whether you’re looking for a new adventure or a way to be part of Rochdale’s thriving cultural scene, this project offers something unforgettable.
Get in touch with Skylight Circus Arts for more information & how to book your place today!
Key Details
- FREE
- Open to over 18 years only
- Booking essential with limited places available
- No experience needed, just enthusiasm and energy!
Dates, Times & T&C's
Fireflies Project 2025 Details
We’re so excited that you want to join us for this year’s Fireflies project.
Over 7 weeks you’ll take part in 8 sessions and 2 fire performances. You’ll be taught by the amazing Travelling Light Circus who will guide you through everything you need to know about the art of fire torch spinning and then together you’ll take those skills to the Ignite Fire Festival to perform as a group.
Important Information
You need to commit to all of the sessions and be available to perform on both performance days. If you have to miss one session, please let us know in advance as it may affect the performances. It’s best for everyone if the whole group attends every session as we work towards a brilliant fiery performance!
Dates & Times
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Session 1 |
Monday 6th October |
Session Times
7:15pm – 8:45pm |
All workshops are held at:
Skylight Circus Arts St Chads Fold Sparrow Hill Rochdale OL16 1QT |
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Session 2 |
Monday 13th October |
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Session 3 |
Monday 20th October |
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Session 4 |
Monday 27th October |
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Session 5 |
Monday 3rd November |
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Session 6 |
Monday 10th November |
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Session 7 |
Monday 17th November |
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Final Rehearsal |
Thursday 20th November |
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Performance 1 |
Saturday 22nd November |
tbc – after 5pm |
Rochdale Town Centre Square |
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Performance 2 |
Sunday 23rd November |
To join Fireflies, contact Skylight circus arts by completing this form and we’ll get in touch. Alternativly, pop us an email info@skylightcircusarts.com
