Ockham’s Razor

Cutting Edge Circus Theatre Company

Ockham’s Razor is a contemporary circus company who combine circus and visual theatre to make work that is arresting and entertaining. We specialise in creating physical theatre on original equipment and create stories from the vulnerability, trust and reliance that exists between physical performers.

The Company was formed in 2004. We met while studying at Circomedia, Academy of Circus Arts and Physical Performance in Bristol. In spring 2006, Turtle Key Arts became our producers.

 “Britain’s most innovative aerial theatre group” – Total Theatre

We were the first British company to be funded by Jeunes Talents Cirque (now circusnext). In 2007 we premiered our first full evening programme at the London International Mime Festival, to sell-out audiences.

Since then we have performed in theatres and festivals throughout the UK and the world and have established a reputation for innovative, emotive, accessible performances.

The name Ockham’s Razor comes from a logical principle attributed to the medieval philosopher William of Ockham. It states that between two plausible theories, the simpler is preferable. It is called a razor because it cuts out unnecessary elements. As a company we work with this simple approach.

Trust is at the heart of what we do – we are committed to an inclusive, equitable, supportive working environment – creating the conditions for everyone to thrive. We are part of the  Turtle Key Arts Freelancers Manifesto.

Ockham’s Razor are a partner organisation with artsdepot and The Lowry, Salford and an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation.