THE ENTERTAINMENT SIDE OF GYMNASTICS
Cirque Gymnastique is a professional performance company dedicated to showcasing gymnastics as the vibrant foundation of world-class entertainment, creating compelling opportunities for gymnasts to forge professional careers in the arts. From bespoke, high-impact acts for corporate and special events across Queensland and Australia to full-scale "cirque" productions for national and international touring, including cruise ship residencies, Cirque Gymnastique will captivate diverse audiences. Leveraging the artistic potential nurtured within AerialGYM pathways, our beautiful and innovative shows will incorporate dance and storytelling, demonstrating the inherent theatricality of gymnastics.
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This dynamic company will serve as a premier performance display team, promoting the creativity and innovation of Australian gymnastics on national and international stages, notably as electrifying opening displays for major sporting events leading up to and during the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. Imagine Cirque Gymnastique igniting the atmosphere at swimming, beach volleyball, cycling, and artistic swimming events, consistently bringing the focus back to gymnastics as a leading force in sporting entertainment. Furthermore, Cirque Gymnastique will directly benefit gymnastics clubs by inspiring young athletes to pursue longer engagement in the sport, showcasing professional pathways at events like Australia Clubs Nationals, and offering invaluable workshops and mentoring. Our team members will also actively support clubs in developing and implementing engaging AerialGYM programs through workshops and coaching courses, empowering them to create exciting in-club events and performances that enhance gymnast retention and participation.
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This legacy plan proposes a strategic reimagining of Queensland's Sleeman Sports Complex to establish it as a global hub for gymnastics innovation and entertainment, leading up to and beyond the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. The vision involves transforming the existing Arena into a premier venue for competitive progressive gymnastics sports , featuring flexible multi-apparatus zones, enhanced spectator experiences, and integrated technology for judging and broadcast. Concurrently, the Chandler Theatre will be converted into a dedicated stage for spectacular gymnastics entertainment, aiming for high-caliber residencies akin to Cirque du Soleil and serving as a "warm-up" and opening show venue for Brisbane 2032 events, showcasing Queensland talent and leveraging advanced production capabilities.
By focusing on both competitive innovation and captivating entertainment, this multi-faceted approach aims to solidify Queensland's global leadership in sport, increase participation and fan engagement, and generate significant economic and tourism benefits. The plan positions the reimagined Sleeman Sports Complex as crucial for a sustainable gymnastics legacy beyond 2032, presenting a compelling vision that extends beyond traditional gymnastics to attract wider government and public support for future facility development, including the new $200 million stadium.
Reimagining Sleeman Sports Complex: A Legacy Plan for Queensland Gymnastics Towards Brisbane 2032 and Beyond
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