Roll up, roll up – the circus is coming to Wick

Acrobats will be among the performers demonstrating their skills when Circus Montini visits Wick later this month.

Circus Montini is a new concept in modern circus but owes much to the early days of this unique form of family entertainment which was the toast of the town wherever it went and everyone wanted to see it.

The props, the costumes, the amazing lighting and the incredible sound are totally 2020 but the quality of performance and the general atmosphere in the state-of-the-art big top brings back those bygone days.

Most of today's circuses – large and small – restrict their tours to cities and major towns, a far cry from those first touring shows which were also taken to village greens and the recreation grounds of the small towns off the beaten track.

Circus Montini is following in the wheel tracks of those great circuses of the past and is returning to the ethos of taking a family show to the people, creating a memorable experience on their doorstep.

You can expect to see a blend of the traditional gymnastics which wowed audiences all those years ago, the comedy that made them laugh and the thrills that made them blink in utter disbelief.

You will also see the incredible athleticism of acrobats and aerialists who not only amaze with their skills but risk their lives daily, as well as choreography that would grace any major theatre stage in London's West End.

Shows will be performed at the riverside, Wick, from Thursday, June 16, to Sunday 12. On Thursday the performance will take place at 7pm, Friday at 4.45pm and 7pm, Saturday at 3pm and 6pm and Sunday shows will be staged at 12.30pm and 3pm.

Seating is limited so booking in advance is advised. Tickets can be purchased on the Circus Montini website.

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