Wise Fool

Ten Person in a Trenchcoat

A production by Nü Walkers Global with support from Nü Walkers Local

Go on a journey with us to meet Ten Person, a normal human sized person just trying to make it in this human sized world. Please expect a fun, silly variety show that includes random acts that make sense!

When: Saturday, December 2nd - 2pm & 7pm

Where: Wise Fool 1131 Siler Rd B, Santa Fe, NM 87507

Tickets: Sold on a sliding scale so everyone can access silly art!

  • $9.99  -  Acquaintance
  • $19.99  -  Friend
  • $29.99  -  BFF
  • $69.99  -  Lover
  • $99.99  -  Daddy
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See ReUnite: Welcome to the Mycroverse at Popejoy Hall

UPDATE: ReUnite is moving to September 29th, 7:30pm

Please be aware our show was postponed until Friday, September 29th. There will only be one show time at 7:30 pm.

ReUnite: Welcome to the Mycroverse

Since Fall of 2022, Wise Fool has been working on the production of a new Circus Show! Directed by Dr. Christina M. Castro (Taos and Jemez Pueblo) and first debuted at Wise Fool New Mexico.

 

We are excited to present the return of Reunite: Welcome to the Myrcoverse at the Popejoy Hall in Albuquerque on September 29th at 7:30 pm. Save the date, you won't want to miss this!

 

Get your tickets today!

 

Show Date

Friday, September 29th at 7:30 pm

Popejoy Hall
203 Cornell Dr, Albuquerque, NM 87131

 

 

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Tickets are sold on a sliding scale between $35 - $60 to ensure accessibility by our community to the circus arts.

Use code ReUnite10 for $10 off your ticket

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About The Show

We invite you into an alternate reality where mycelium flourish in symbiotic relationality with the natural world and elements. This utopian existence is soon threatened with the arrival of the alluring, yet destructive atomic mushroom race and its penchant for greed, violence and extraction to fuel its insatiable appetite. This performance provides a stirring metaphor for Western colonialism and its ongoing detrimental impact the world over, particularly on Indigenous peoples and communities, with special emphasis on nuclear colonialism in New Mexico.

 

Director’s Note

I’m honored to be in community with an organization I greatly admire in O’ga Pogeh for its commitment to social justice through the arts. Both my daughter and I have been involved in Wise Fool NM programming over the years. It has been a blessing to channel the grassroots work I do on behalf of Indigenous people into this performance; to find a creative way to represent the ongoing impacts of colonialism on Indigenous people regionally and globally, with particular attention to nuclear colonialism in New Mexico. I truly believe the future of the human race depends on Indigenous peoples’ traditional knowledges and that unless we have an honest reckoning of what has happened and is still happening to Indigenous people in America, we will never be able to move forward as a nation. Until then, I will continue to devote my life to Indigenous liberation along with my beloved comrades who share this vision for our people. Join us, work with us, our future depends on it!

- Dr. Christina M. Castro, PhD, Taos Pueblo, Jemez Pueblo, Xicana
https://www.christinamcastro.com/

 

Acknowledgements

Tah ah, Thank you to all the incredible folks credited below who are making this vision a reality, as well as Wise Fool NM for making space to center Indigenous Excellence! You are loved and appreciated! It is imperative we all do our part to honor Indigenous people and the lands we occupy, specifically O’ga Pogeh, White Shell Water Place and the Indigenous and Hispano communities of this region.

Wise Fool Needs Your Help!

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Wise Fool has been able to navigate through the pandemic well; these were rough times. But today, we are facing challenges we have not anticipated. We need your help!
This year we have been increasing our programs for youth and adults; our camps and afterschool programs have been full; and we created an amazing production, ReUnite! All these efforts have been a fantastic team effort, but unfortunately, we are not reaping the financial benefits from all we have done. One reason is that we want to offer affordable programs. Overall our youth programs aim to reach 76% economically disadvantaged, 80% BIPOC (Hispanic & Native American), and 13% disabled youth. For example, in 2022, we offered $27,287 worth of free programming and provided $9,806 in scholarships that enabled access to 34 youth to our programs.
Another reason is that we have unprecedented staffing shortages. We have lost 50% of our core coaching staff since the pandemic began.
Now more than ever, we need your help!
To help us reach our $50,000 goal, you can:
  • Donate even $5 to this campaign.
  • Become a sustaining donor and donate just $5 every month, which is only $60 per year. Sign up here.
  • Buy tickets for our upcoming ReUnite performance at Popejoy Hall on September 2 at 2pm and 6pm– Consider buying Gold Level tickets to support our organization. Use Earlybird10 for $10 off through August 15.
  • Buy tickets for our upcoming Fall Cabaret, and consider making an additional donation with your purchase.
  • Buy tickets to attend a fundraiser show we are hosting this weekend - Wise Fool and The Caravan Present: A Night of UNITY and HOPE
  • Hire Wise Fool to perform at your private events and recommend us to perform at your business function. We can make your event unforgettable!
How did this happen? We've increased coach’s pay to match the cost of living in Santa Fe, offered paid time off as well as shifted our sick leave policies. We want our coaches to have full time work at Wise Fool with benefits, trainings and a meaningful work space. This was necessary for the success of the organization, as well as staff retention. However, this has had an impact on our finances. These funds will help Wise Fool to stay afloat in a time where we are navigating staffing shortages, increased scholarship needs, increased wages in order to act in alignment with our values, and overall what a future of financial sustainability looks like post pandemic. We need the support of our community in order to make it through this time.
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Wise Fool is a non-profit organization, all donations are tax deductible.
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Welcome to the Mycroverse! A NEW Circus Production.

We invite you to enter into an alternate reality where mycelium flourish in symbiotic relationality with the natural world and elements. This utopian existence is soon threatened with the arrival of the alluring, yet destructive atomic mushroom race and its penchant for greed, violence and extraction to fuel its insatiable appetite. This performance provides a stirring metaphor for Western colonialism and its ongoing destructive impact the world over, particularly on Indigenous peoples and communities, with special emphasis on nuclear colonialism in New Mexico.
 
Since Fall of 2022, Wise Fool has been working on the production of a new Circus Show! This will be our first show since the Pandemic and we are delighted to return to sharing the circus arts with our community! Our cast of professional artists has been working collaboratively to generate this show this spring. The show will feature stilt walking, acrobatics, juggling, slackline and aerial acrobat feats.

Show Dates

All shows are held at Wise Fool New Mexico's Performing Arts Space
Friday, May 12th Opening night at 7pm
Saturday, May 13th show at 2pm and 6pm
Sunday, May 14th show at 4pm

Ticket Pricing

Tickets are sold on a scale to ensure accessibility by our community to the circus arts.

Ring Master - $50.00 (This ticket is for those who would like to further support the cast, production and for others who would like to financially support others to see the show at a lower cost! We'll even reserve a seat for you front and center!) ONLY 20 Tickets Available.

Aerialist - $35.00 (This ticket price is at the true value of the cost of the show, it supports the cast and the productions crew

Acrobat - $25.00 (The value of the ticket goes to supporting the cast at a reduced rate)

Juggler - $15.00 (Reduced Ticket Price for Adults)

Puppeteers- Youth Ticket - $10.00 (Mats will be laid out. We encourage all youth to sit on the mats)

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Flow: Participatory Procession for the Rio Chiquito

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JOIN a Vibrant Participatory Procession to return water to the Rio Chiquito (now Water Street), help generate a current of celebration, memory and the possibility of water. Featuring local artists, giant puppets, music, dance, mural art, street theatre, poetry, and YOU!

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When: Saturday, June 10th from 9:30am – 11:30am
Where: Gather @ Alameda & Paseo de Peralta - flowing down Water St to SF River at Guadalupe and closing in De Vargas Park
FREE: all are welcome - join anywhere along the route!

What to Bring/Wear:
Please wear blue, green and/or white. Bring water to drink and to return to the Santa Fe River.
Sign Up if you’d like to wear a giant puppet or assist with safety.

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FREE Community Art Workshops:
Drop in for all or part at Wise Fool NM - 1131B Siler Rd, Santa Fe.
May 27 - 11am to 3pm
June 3 - 11am to 3pm

Together we’ll seed our collective imaginations with art, magic, and awe, as we grow awareness and action towards positive change.

Register for the Workshops!

What is FLOW and Why are we doing it??
FLOW is an awakening to what was, what is, and what could be, marking the Rio Chiquito’s path (now Water Street), and unfolding the history of what was once a major water source for the city’s flora, fauna, and agriculture.

FLOW is a procession of giant puppets, street theatre, music, poetry, dance and ceremony running from the source Spring at the northwest corner of Paseo de Peralta and Alameda, following the Rio Chiquito (now Water Street) to its confluence with the Santa Fe River near the Guadalupe Church.

FLOW offers free public arts workshops May 27 and June 3 at Wise Fool NM, (1131 B Siler Road) to engage, educate and inspire all community members about Santa Fe’s water and water history. At these workshops, we’ll share histories of the Rio Chiquito and the Santa Fe River as inspiration for puppets, banners, movement and poetry about water and the Rio Chiquito. Resulting artworks will inhabit the procession, coming to life as we community members wear, dance, speak and sing our relationship to the waters.

FLOW Sponsors: Santa Fe Watershed Association, Wise Fool NM, The City of Santa Fe, McCune Foundation, In The Family Way, ArtSmart, and individual donors

“For many of us, water simply flows from a faucet... We have lost a sense of respect for the wild river, for the complex workings of a wetland, for the intricate web of life that water supports.”
Sandra Postel, Last Oasis: Facing Water Scarcity

FLOW features :
The Partzani Band!
Street Mural by Autumn Gomez
Hyda Maria Dougherty offering a water blessing
Historical placemaking Cantastoria performed by Sarah Jane Moody with Juliana Ciano on accordion!
Poets Bianca Barela and Chasity Salvador
Dierdre Morris and dancers!
YUCCA Youth Climate Activists
The All Species Day "We Are All In The Same Boat"!
Madi Sato water songs
The Aztec Dancers
Wise Fool Stilters, Giant Puppets and Unicyclers!
Interactive Clown Brigade!
Axle Art truck wheat pasted with river art and poetry by 3rd and 4th graders!
PLUS art made by participants in FLOW’s FREE public artmaking workshops

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Purchase Tickets for our Spring Cabaret!


This April Fools, join Wise Fool performers, coaches and students for a playful, family friendly evening of circus arts, trickery, foolery, and all around fun during our annual Spring Cabaret. This captivating evening, showcasing a variety of artists and different disciplines is one that you won’t want to miss!
When: April 1st 5pm
Where: Wise Fool 1131 Siler Rd B, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Tickets: $15-$10 (Pre-sale for Adults), $5 for youth; $20 at the door on day of show. (No one turned away for lack of funds)

All ticket sales support Wise Fool's programming for youth and adults in our studio, in the public schools, and beyond!

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Youth Auditions for ReUnite 2023: A Wise Fool Production

YOUTH AUDITION NOTICE: ReUnite 2023 

Registration deadline: February 24, 2023

Auditions: February 26, 2023 (11:30am-1pm ensemble audition and 1-4:30pm individual auditions)

Rehearsal & Performance Dates: To be announced soon for 3-4 performances in Early May

Direction Team: Christina M. Castro, PhD (Taos & Jemez Pueblo) and Wise Fool Directors

Call: We are looking for circus performers, acrobats, dancers, and performers with experience in physical theater. Experienced performers of all races, genders, body types, and abilities are encouraged to audition. Indigenous performers are encouraged to audition. Please come prepared to show us a 5-7 minute act. See FAQs.

Sign Up: Reserve a spot at https://forms.gle/my2criPu7GxT1WbJ8

PLEASE NOTE - YOUTH AUDITIONS FOR 7-18 YEARS OLD

Concept: This will be an emotional and activating performance exploring the ongoing story of colonialism and dehumanization of Indigenous peoples and rematriation, the process of reconnecting with our original mother and indigenous lead movements.

Contact: Alishiya@wisefoolnm.org with any questions

FAQs

Q: Do you want to see a full act or a quick demonstration of what I can do?

A: You have 5-7 minutes to give us an idea of the kind of artist you are in relation to your chosen apparatus / skill. We will be looking for artistry, technical ability, presence, quality of movement, and your ability to connect with the audience (in this case, us!). Please use your time slot in whatever way you think will best help us understand what you do.

Q: I am unable to be at the audition in Santa Fe, but I’d still like to audition! Can I send in an audition tape?

A: Yes. Please email 2-3 videos of your performances to alishiya@wisefoolnm.org by Friday, February 24, and we will consider you. (Sooner is better!) Please also include a video of a brief physical improvisation on the themes laid out in the concept section above. We are happy to consider you, but please keep in mind that your presence at the audition is strongly encouraged.

Q: I would like to show you multiple skills at my audition. Will I have enough time?

A: Please let us know what you would like to show us and whether you are able to audition with multiple skills in a row, and we will allow extra time for you. Ex: I have prepared a juggling act and a trapeze act and can audition with them both in the same time slot.

Q: I am auditioning as part of a duo/trio/group. Is that ok?

A: Yes, please just let us know. You will not be allowed extra time for group acts unless you will be showing us multiple skills. (see previous Q&A above)

Q: I am a local artist but I’m unable to be at the audition. Could I come in another time?

A: We may be able to work with you. Please contact us!

Q: It is difficult to set up the equipment I need to show you my act. How can I audition?

A: Please send us a video of an act using your apparatus. You will still be given an audition slot so you can come in and we can meet you.

Wise Fool Seeking Administrative Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Administrative Assistant’s main responsibility is to maintain the day to day operations of the Wise Fool office and front desk. The Administrative Assistant will be working closely with all three Directors while also supporting the administrative team by performing tasks related to the organization.

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Purchase Tickets for our Winter Cabaret!

Join Wise Fool Performers, Coaches and students for our most dazzling cabaret of the year! Our Winter Cabaret is the most attended by families and friends looking to be inspired by the magic of circus. Join us for this end of the year celebration in a culimation of the skills that our community dedicated themselves to. This time will surely be an event to bring warmth and cheer as we enjoy winter!

When: Saturday, December 17 at 5PM
Where: Wise Fool Studio (1131 Siler Rd. B)
Tickets: $15-$10 (Pre-sale for Adults), $5 for youth; $20 at the door on day of show. (No one turned away for lack of funds)
All ticket sales support Wise Fool's programming for youth and adults in our studio, in the public schools, and beyond!

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