A week in Santiago de Compostela 326 MORMURs visits Galicia

Last week, Santiago de Compostela became our home. We were there for  326 MORMURs,, a performance that’s less about flashy spectacle and more about the essence of life told through the movements of diabolos and the stark imagery of cactus. Inviting the audience to see beyond juggling reflect existence of our selves.

Juggling training with CIRCO NOVE Community

Our days started early, meeting at CIRCO NOVE, a local training ground for jugglers and circus artists. It’s a place where the smell of sweat and the echo of laughter blend into a background of constant motion. The other local artists welcomed us with open arms and a fair bit of curiosity. There’s something undeniably geeky about jugglers – we’re all nerds at heart, obsessed with patterns and precision. And at CIRCO NOVE, we found kindred spirits.

Training sessions were intense. We spent hours sharing tricks and learning from each others, CIRCO NOVE became the place to be when ww where not performing.

Afternoons were for wandering. Santiago de Compostela’s streets are a labyrinth of history and culture. We shared these spaces with other street performers, creating an impromptu festival atmosphere. Plaza Quintana was our main stage, an open space framed by the majestic cathedral. The local artists, with their own acts and stories, mingled with us, creating a community of shared creativity.

Performing at Plaza Quintana: Diabolo in Galicia

Our performances in Plaza Quintana were the highlights of the week. The first day, the crowd was modest, mostly curious passersby. By the end of the week, word had spread, and more people gathered. There’s a special kind of silence that falls over a crowd when they’re truly engaged, and we felt it every time the diabolos spun through the air. The cactus stood as stark reminders of resilience, a silent partner in our storytelling.

Evenings were for reflection. We’d gather at a local café, discussing the day’s work, sharing insights and laughter. It’s in these quiet moments that the true essence of our week came together. The performance wasn’t just about the show; it was about the connections we made, the shared moments of understanding and creativity.

Santiago de Compostela gave us more than just a stage. It offered us a chance to connect deeply with our craft and with each other. 326 MORMURs became a living, breathing piece of art that spoke not just through diabolos and cactus but through the shared experiences of a week well spent.

So, as we packed up and prepared to leave, there was a sense of fulfillment. We came to tell a story, but we left with so much more – friendships, memories, and a deeper appreciation for the simple, profound act of juggling. Santiago de Compostela, with its rich history and welcoming community, had given us the perfect backdrop for our introspective, geeky adventure. Until next time, we’ll carry these memories with us, woven into the fabric of 326 MORMURs.