History and Vision

The history of the Circus Meanders Festival began in 2024 as a result of collaboration between the International Festival of Contemporary Circus and Theatre Letní Letná and the Municipal Theatre of Český Krumlov. Letní Letná, which has been developing and showcasing contemporary circus art in the heart of Prague since 2004, inspired the creation of a completely new festival in the South Bohemian region.

Circus Meanders builds on the long-standing experience and international renown of Letní Letná, which over the years has become one of the most significant platforms for contemporary circus in Central Europe. Based on this solid foundation and in close cooperation with other local partners, the first edition of the festival was launched, aiming to bring contemporary circus art to the widest possible audience.

Thanks to the warm reception from the residents of Český Krumlov and the high demand for contemporary circus projects, the organizers decided to establish a new tradition with an international reach. Circus Meanders thus becomes a continuation of the successful model of Letní Letná while also enriching the cultural life of the South Bohemian region with the dynamic genre of contemporary circus.