Zirkusquartier Zurich
Space for contemporary circus
The Zirkusquartier is Zurich’s production, performance, training and learning center for contemporary circus and home to the Zirkus Chnopf.
The varied program of shows, workshops and courses invites you to experience and learn about circus in all its facets.
Zirkusquartier also offers numerous opportunities for professional circus artists.
Zirkusquartier is a meeting place for children, teenagers and adults, for professionals and amateurs, for visitors and artists – and not least for the local population. The Zirkusquartier offers space to learn, train, watch and meet.
The Zirkusquartier was founded in 2016 by the Zirkus Chnopfwhich rehearses its new creations here.
Shows
Circus moments: from large circus festivals to small tryouts, you can experience a variety of shows in the Zirkusquartier.
Workshops
Our regular workshops with renowned Artists offer the perfect opportunity to get to know different circus disciplines.
Courses
Learn a wide variety of acrobatic disciplines in our weekly courses or come along to our open training sessions!
We are looking to strengthen our team!
Head of Production, Mediation & Workshops (50 – 60 %)
From August 01, 2026 or by arrangement
You have training or solid experience in the fields of production and/or mediation/education and are eager to contribute your skills. You work independently and in a structured manner, are interested in helping shape a cultural venue in transition, and would like to play a long-term role in developing the areas of production and mediation/education — then we look forward to receiving your application!
Application deadline: June 15, 2026
