Located in Hoxton, London, five minutes from Old Street tube, Circus Space, housed in the Shoreditch Electric Light Station, provides a unique facility for artistic development, rehearsal and the staging of events.
Retaining the features and character of an imposing industrial space, the building began life as an electricity generating station in 1896. The site was rescued from dereliction in 1994 and, following extensive restoration and reconstruction, the building gained a new lease of life as a centre of excellence for the Circus Arts.

A facility unique to the UK, the Circus Space is regarded as one of the top three circus schools in Europe. The individual studios are available to hire throughout the year, and provide flexible and affordable space for artistic companies and corporate clients alike.

The Creation Studio occupies the core of the Energy Centre, the most recent phase of development on our site. This has been designed specifically with performers in mind. It provides an excellent resource for artists and companies making and rehearsing work. In addition, affordable workspaces are available for lease.

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Accessibility

Circus Space is accessible to wheelchair users and has lift access to most of our upper level training spaces and offices. We have an accessible toilet on the ground floor.