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Exploring diabolo stick designs Developing through practice
A couple of years ago, I started experimenting with different materials to create juggling sticks that would better meet the needs of movement and durability. Through this process, I also realized that the handle design was just as important as the materials themselves. From the beginning, I knew I wanted a wider handle for several…
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What is a diabolo Dive into the Specifics
The diabolo, often erroneously spelled as “diablo,” is a circus & juggling prop reminiscent of the Chinese yo-yo. Its structure includes an axle connected to two hourglass-shaped cups, with hubs in the middle, secured by a bolt with washers at each end. Certain models, like Sundia, may incorporate extra components such as rings on the…
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Mànec de masses per a pals de diàbolo 3D Connector for Printing
Estic molt content de compartir aquest projecte DIY que he estat treballant. Hem dissenyat i imprès un adaptador perquè els mànecs de clubs de Play es puguin utilitzar amb pals de diàbolo. Gràcies a en Zé de The Rite Studio, que es va encarregar de dibuixar i imprimir els connectors. Hem creat dues peces molt…
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Compra un diàbolo! Amazon, Dechatlon or specialized shops?
El diábolo adequat ho canvia tot. En aquest post, analitzo models d’Amazon i Decathlon, comparteixo els que faig servir i exploro per què és important invertir en equip de qualitat i donar suport a botigues especialitzades.
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Artistic Fairs and the Spam Epidemic The Deluge of Unwanted Emails
In recent years I have been attending a number of art fairs, these come with a spam problem. You attend one, and suddenly your inbox becomes a dumping ground for unsolicited emails. Let’s dive into this annoying trend where artists and promoters spam you regardless of whether their offers match your interests. Artistic Fairs: A…
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Comparant els diàbolos sundia evo A personal and in-depth opinion
Seleccionar el diàbolo perfecte pot ser complicat, especialment amb tantes opcions disponibles. Avui m’agradaria centrar-me en el Sundia Evo. Fa almenys 10 anys que utilitzo Sundia, i comparar diàbolos m’ha ajudat a entendre què m’agrada quan faig malabars. Sempre hi dedico temps, així que he pensat que podria ser útil per a algú si escric…
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Fira de Circ al Carrer, La Bisbal d’Empordà We get involved
Once again, the circus fills the streets of La Bisbal d’Empordà. This time, we’re part of it too. We’re here eager to share two lines of work: a fragment of Dame du Cirque and a series of improvisations with Polychromatic Void. We prepared for it thoroughly, for days, at La Fàbrica de Somnis in Vic.…
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Are institutions overprogramming? Who bears the cost?
On several occasions, I’ve come across proposals that come with a warning: the budget is insufficient, we can’t cover the full fee, we’ll need to tighten our belts. And every time I wonder: do those hiring me really understand what it means to make a living from art? Do they know the reality of our…
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Workshops at Encontro Português de Malabarismo Sharing Knowledge
We went to Serpins, at the Encontro Português de Malabarismo gathered jugglers from diverse backgrounds, igniting a profound exploration of their craft. We impart some workshops such as like Layer Cards, where gravity-defying sculptures emerged, Grab Tables that showcased limitless possibilities, we immersed ourselves in the art, and Diabolo Siteswap became a shared language, uniting…
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326 MORMURs at Flors i Violes Festival Connection and art through juggling
Last weekend we were performing at the Flors I Violes Festival at Palafrugell with the show 326 MORMURS. It was an incredible experience, full of challenges and emotions. Thanks for coming.
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Juggling in Public Spaces Exploring the Pros and Cons
If you’re a juggler, then you know the thrill of seeking out new and exciting training grounds. And what better place to practice than in the great outdoors? As someone who loves juggling in public spaces, I can attest to the energy and excitement that comes from practicing in the open air. Of course, there…
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5 month with the Sundia EVO G2 Orange Diabolo A Juggler’s Perspective
Discover my experience with the Sundia EVO G2 Orange diabolo, a lighter and less flexible option that improved my precision and control. Ideal for long training sessions, but I’ll stick to my trusty white diabolos in windy conditions. Check out photos of the bright orange diabolo in action at Túnel, Porto.
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How many diabolo battles could have been avoided? Do not fight
The world of art often flirts with competition—whether it’s dance-offs, painting contests, or talent shows. Recently, even the diabolo community has seen a rise in battles where jugglers face off to outdo each other. But is this the right approach for an art form rooted in individual expression and creativity? In this article, we’ll explore…
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Talking about Diabolo Siteswap Writing on DiaboloFocus
Discover the benefits of diabolo siteswap notation in Didac Gilabert’s latest article on Diabolo Focus. You can also visit my website diabolositeswap.com, to go deep with this research and discover how to apply it to more diabolo tricks.
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Contemporary Circus Just call it circus
Over the years, circus has been evolving, and with it the way we refer to it. Today it’s common to use the term contemporary circus to talk about proposals that move away from the traditional format, opening up new spaces for practice, language, and presentation. This label, however, dates back to the 1970s, when a…
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The diabolo, a space for exploration Advanced patterns that open new paths
Discover new horizons in diabolo juggling with advanced tricks using geek-specific siteswap patterns in this guide. Use juggling GIF animations as a canvas to experiment with different movements curating your own personal style. Get inspired, challenged, and creative with these exciting new tricks.
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5 music albums that I like to juggle with
Music possesses the ability to elevate and motivate people, and with the advancement of digital platforms like Bandcamp, discovering new artists and albums has become easy. This article presents 5 Bandcamp albums that not only provide a pleasant listening experience but also make for perfect juggling music, given that music and juggling are closely linked.…
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Why we stop using passing as a juggling term Share your props
Some years ago we did Dame du Cirque, a diabolo sharing show. In the begging we call use as tagline a diabolo passing show, but while we where researching all the material for the show we realize that most of the work that we did was about sharing diabolos instead of passing. Maybe you don’t…
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Diabolo tricks based on Idriss Roca style
I like to be inspired for other jugglers/artists, I’m starting a series showing how i take some concepts that i love, and research with them. This is the first fo them i hope you like it! White glove based on Idris Roca Follow Idriss Idriss instagram Idriss Youtube
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Flippers, a dynamic diabolo trick
A flipper, aleta in Catalan, is a short and precise hit on the axle of the diabolo. Usually it’s done with the stick, but the key is the clean contact on the axle and the immediate release. The stick strikes with a quick gesture, the diabolo reacts, and changes direction clearly. The name comes from…
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Post-Circo Textura, Movimento e Atmosfera
Reflecting on the post-circus genre, this essay explores an experimental circus form that pushes the boundaries of traditional performances. With a focus on texture, movement, and atmosphere, post-circus removes the superhero mood inherent in traditional circus and places the artist’s actions as the motor of the performance. Join the conversation and learn more about this…
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Bicycles, a fundamental diabolo trick
The bicycles also called wrap around, are a family of diabolo trick that consist in make an entire turn around the diabolo with the string. I always like to research with this juggling concept, i find it endless with a lot of possibilities, so it is always on my juggling practices. This diabolo fundamental trick…
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Lupa Installation
Magnifying diabolo is a photographic project born from the collaboration with YANA Magazine, an independent art magazine that collects curated works of art and essays created by jugglers, this project was carried out with the collaboration of La Central del Circ and educational project I carried out within the framework of ’EN RESiDÈNCiA with DIAMALÀBORS,…
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Dame du Cirque al Mercat de les Flors Dame du Cirque
Aquest juny vam participar al Circ d’Ara Mateix, dins la programació del Mercat de les Flors. Hi vam presentar Dame du Cirque, una peça que hem anat cuinant a foc lent, amb un equip petit i rodat. Les funcions van ser el 4 i 5 de juny, però vam estar treballant-hi dies abans. Muntar, provar,…
