Asking for Trouble makes theatre that challenges audiences to be brave, playful and generous.
Founded by Christy Flaws and Luke O’Connor, Asking for Trouble inspires people to laugh, ask questions and put themselves at the centre of their creation. A multi-award winning theatre company using circus, physical theatre and clown to make ambitious, high quality, touring work for young people and their families. Based in Clunes, Asking for Trouble have strong relationships in regional Victoria and have performed seasons in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Perth, regional Australia, The Netherlands, New Zealand and the UK. Over the last 12 years Christy and Luke have facilitated workshops and directed community shows using Circus and Physical theatre independently and for a variety of organisations including Circus Oz, Westside Circus, The Womens Circus and Footscray Community Arts Centre and the Fairfax festival.
Collaborating Artists
Asking for Trouble collaborates with an awesome group of artists.
Ailsa Wild- Author & Circus Performer
Anni Davey- Circus Performer & Director
Biddy Connor- Musician, Composer, Arranger
John Hall- Metal artist & Designer
Tim Elliot- Designer & Engineer
Rebecca Russell & Ken Evans (RUSSELL : EVANS)
Sarah Seahorse - Costume, Millinery & Wearable Art