Cirkus Antero by Frida Odden Brinkmann at Mattatoio, from November 6 to 8, 2026

On Friday 6, Saturday 7 and Sunday November 8, 2026, «Cirkus Antero» by Frida Odden Brinkmann is on stage at Mattatoio, at Piazza Orazio Giustiniani 4 in Rome, a circus and visual theater show for girls and boys aged 6 and up, in the Kids section of the Romaeuropa Festival. Tickets cost 10 euros for children and 15 euros for adults.

Language: a performance based on dance, music or visual acts; no English version is announced, any spoken parts are in Italian.

Updated October 26, 2026.

The official description

A show created by Frida Odden Brinkmann for girls and boys aged 6 and up. A show about Frida and her inner demon. […] Program: November 6 at 18:00, November 7 and 8 at 11:30 and 16:30.

Text from the official page of Cultura Roma Capitale, source

At the center is the conflict with one's own inner voice. On stage Frida, a former circus artist, faces Antero, a caustic and intrusive puppet who embodies her «inner demon»: the fear of failure, judgment, self-sabotage. The setting is a basement full of memories, props and fragments of life under the big top, from which Frida tries to return to her circus dream while Antero drags her toward doubt and giving up.

The official description speaks of juggling, visual theater, irony and tenderness, in a parable about the courage to believe in yourself and the strength needed to start again. Although the age guidance is from 6, the text calls it accessible to all ages.

Frida Odden Brinkmann is a Norwegian performer, juggler and author active in contemporary circus and visual theater. She trained at the Académie Fratellini in Paris, at Cirkuspiloterna in Stockholm and at AFUK in Copenhagen, and since 2008 she has worked professionally in Europe. Since 2012 she has developed her own creations in Norway. «Cirkus Antero» lasts 40 minutes, directed by David Skauen, with music by Steinar Raknes and sets and costumes by Leiko Fuseya.

Where it takes place: Mattatoio

Piazza Orazio Giustiniani 4 is the address of the former Mattatoio in Testaccio, the large complex built at the foot of Monte dei Cocci for meat processing and now converted into a cultural space. Here the Romaeuropa Festival brings shows, installations and workshops, with a section devoted to children and families.

The festival calendar at Mattatoio also includes Pianeta Mare Film Lab and Batu, artefactos bascos.

Practical information

• Dates: Friday, November 6, Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8, 2026
• Place: Mattatoio, Piazza Orazio Giustiniani 4, Rome (Testaccio)
• Age: 6 and up
• Running time: 40 minutes
• Tickets: 10 euros Kids, 15 euros adults
• No entry once the show has started
• Festival box office: phone 06 4555 3050
• Getting there: use the ATAC route planner

FAQ about Cirkus Antero

From what age can you see Cirkus Antero?

From 6 and up, although the official description calls it accessible to all ages.

What is «Cirkus Antero» about?

About the conflict of Frida, a former circus artist, with her own «inner demon», a puppet named Antero who embodies the fear of failure and judgment.

How long is «Cirkus Antero»?

40 minutes, according to the festival page.

How much are tickets for «Cirkus Antero»?

10 euros for children and 15 euros for adults.

What are the dates?

Friday 6, Saturday 7 and Sunday November 8, 2026, with more performances on Saturday and Sunday.

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