Precision and control are the definining features of this gorgeous array of circus and acrobatics in Gasha. From the creators of Yoah, Cirquework unveils its latest that explroes the possibility of the world becoming one through Japanese culture.

Spectacular audiovisuals seeping from the screen backstage of the Moa tent in Rymill Park create gorgeous shadows in space of Japanese imagery and spirit. The word Gasha draws inspiration from the gashapon capsule-toy machines found across Japan. These offer unknowing surprises and chance, which is imbued into the spirit of Gasha itself.

Featuring an international cast, the imagined world of Gasha dissolves separation of nationality, skin colour and language, instead focusing on a shared art form to transform and give birth to incredible feats of strength, agility and balance.

From live electric shamisen to aerial acrobatics, there’s a beauty in Gasha where some performances will quite literally take your breath away. Other acts, if you’ve seen circus or cabaret before in your Fringe journey, will be more or less familiar, though the feats of physicality remain undeniable.

Going into Gasha, I was hoping for more Japanese culture woven into the performance, rather than relying on aesthetic. Whilst some acts focused on authenticity, others felt more of the same. Gasha wows you undeniably, but doesn’t leave you with much in the way of a cultural imprint when you leave.