MOSS RUSSELL
Moss has been creating circus performances for over a decade using storytelling, clown, dance, prop manipulation, fire, voice and songwriting to draw audiences into her inner world. Moss enjoys themes of mythology, music and emotion and recently, has begun combining two of her special interests, Circus and Neurodivergence. Moss seeks to educate audiences in the best way possible, through fun! Brain varieties should be celebrated and Moss is passionate about making work that helps autistic and other neurodivergent people feel seen, while allowing others to see these differences both clearly and kindly. She fully embraces the role of the artist as activist, making work on a wide range of cultural aspects.
Squish Stomp Spin
- The Magic of Stim’
This is the tale of a fairy - the silliest, most creative and colourful fairy in all of Ireland. But it isn’t a fairytale! It’s a story about stimming, a neurosparkly look at being yourself. Una is on a quest to stop King Dirch from ruining everything with his dreary demands for “normal”. Along the way, you can join Una and try out different stims to feel through some big emotions and save fairy freedom! ‘Squish Stomp Spin - The Magic of Stim’ was originally produced for Sensoria 2024. This innovative new show by Moss Russell uses circus and spectacle to destigmatise stimming and promote positive representation for neurodivergent individuals through storytelling.
Practical Information
Outdoor Show with one performer
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Duration: 30 mins
Requirements in performance area:
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Clean flat ground which can be grass of concrete – note the performer does lie down
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Space needed is 8 squares meters / can be performed in a minimum of 4 meters
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Ideally no noise from other shows / performances nearby ( interruptions cause distractions making it difficult for the audience to engage fully)
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No audience separation by a gate or wired fencing etc
Photo Credits: David Hegarty
Sli Danu
Moss is a born storyteller using dance, prop manipulation, voice, songwriting, sexuality, fire and clowning to communicate her experience and immerse audiences in her world. Moss is a founding member of Sli Danu a performance collective specialising in bespoke fire shows telling the untold stories of the women of Eire. Moss is also a burlesque performer available for cabarets and a seasoned MC & Host.
Photo Credits: David Hegarty