‘Zircus’ is a new interpretation of circus starring a powerful and charismatic cast of internationally-renowned circus performers from the beautiful to the bizarre.
In ancient Roman times, the Circus Maximum was a rounded or oval arena lined with tiers of seats, used for sports and games, while the modern definition of circus is usually a travelling company of acrobats, clowns, and other entertainers but 'Zircus' promises to challenge your idea of what circus really is. Producer Sue Porrett tells us what to expect.
Describe the show in 5 words?
Beautiful, Bizarre/ Zany/ Quirky, Exhilarating, Exciting, Spectacular.
Describe a typical day in the life of a 'Zircus' performer?
On a show day, lots of rehearsals/ training, arriving at the theatre for costumes and makeup and warm up/ prep followed by the show.
Highlight of the show?
So much variety it’s hard to pick just one thing but if I had to, my favourites would be Zany Ringmaster Z (amazing local talent) and our special international guests from Las Vegas, Florida, LA and Romania. The fantastic costumes will also be a highlight.
What part of the show do you think will receive the loudest/ biggest response?
Probably the speciality acts including, hula hoops, contortion, hand balancing, foot juggling, aerial trapeze and daredevil stunt riders in the Globe of Death.
What makes this show different to other circus productions?
It's modern and has a cabaret flare with dancers and vocalist.
Anything else readers should know?
'Zircus' is adrenaline-pumping entertainment bursting with energy for the entire 90 minutes. With highly-skilled circus performers, comedic flare and incredible dancers and vocalists, it is pure entertainment with never a dull moment.
'Zircus' is staged at Jupiters Theatre, Gold Coast from December 27.
