Circus of the Orient
FOR the first time, a spectacular, fun-packed world-class circus – the likes of which is usually only seen by audiences in major cities – is coming to Consett.
The big top of the Circus of the Orient will be at Woody Close Farm on August 19 and 21.
Featuring a galaxy of international circus stars from China, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Bulgaria, Romania and France, Circus Of The Orient has been designed to visit towns and locations normally considered beyond the reach of circuses of international standard.
But its creators, Carol and Phillip Gandey, say there will be no compromise in the size or quality of its world-class performance.
Audiences can witness the world-famous Shaolin Wu Shu Warriors appearing by kind permission of the Abbott of the Shaolin Temple and the Chinese Ministry Of Culture.
Blink and you could miss it, such are the lightning reactions of the greatest exponents of martial arts, they stretch the limits of the human body in this dazzling new production where East meets West.
Phillip Gandey, artistic director, said: “This production is a brilliant mix of oriental and western elements to create a thrilling, entertaining and laughter-packed show which will appeal to all the family.
“The deliberate mixture of cultures is due to oriental humour not being easily appreciated by western audiences, so our clowning duo from Romania and France bring a modern twist to guarantee laughter.”
Other world-class artists include the springboard acrobatics from the Julio Troupe, combined with aerialists Trio Serik, who will be on hanging straps high in the roof of the big top.
Monalisa will provide an element of grace with her aerial showcase.
Encounter the unbelievable somersaults performed on Chinese poles and watch artists dice with death on the cloud swing trapeze, all while the spectacular big top is echoing with laughter from the antics of the crazy clowns Duo Delbosq.
The breakthrough of such a tour is due to the special new design of its big top.
Although seating an audience of 500 people in 360-degree comfort, it can be erected then dismantled in a fraction of the normal time.
Executive producer Carol Gandey explained: “This means we can visit smaller towns and remoter communities that, in the past, have been totally ignored by international touring companies because it would not have been economically viable.”
Carol and Phillip Gandey, the creators and producers of the internationally-acclaimed Chinese State Circus, were acutely aware that many smaller towns were denied the thrill and excitement of a world-class show.
Having created Circus Of The Orient specifically to fill that gap and bring the show to the audiences’ doorstep, Carol and Phillip are taking a huge financial gamble by going even further – they’ve set the admission prices starting at only £6.
But, because the size of audience is strictly limited to 500, people are advised to book early to avoid disappointment.
“We know that people in the smaller towns and communities frequently feel they are left out of things,” said Phillip.
“So here’s their chance to experience what real entertainment is. We have invested a great deal in this show and now we will be depending on local people for their support.”
East meets West in a fusion of fun-packed family entertainment.
The big top of the Circus of the Orient will be at Woody Close Farm on August 19 and 21.
Featuring a galaxy of international circus stars from China, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Bulgaria, Romania and France, Circus Of The Orient has been designed to visit towns and locations normally considered beyond the reach of circuses of international standard.
But its creators, Carol and Phillip Gandey, say there will be no compromise in the size or quality of its world-class performance.
Audiences can witness the world-famous Shaolin Wu Shu Warriors appearing by kind permission of the Abbott of the Shaolin Temple and the Chinese Ministry Of Culture.
Blink and you could miss it, such are the lightning reactions of the greatest exponents of martial arts, they stretch the limits of the human body in this dazzling new production where East meets West.
Phillip Gandey, artistic director, said: “This production is a brilliant mix of oriental and western elements to create a thrilling, entertaining and laughter-packed show which will appeal to all the family.
“The deliberate mixture of cultures is due to oriental humour not being easily appreciated by western audiences, so our clowning duo from Romania and France bring a modern twist to guarantee laughter.”
Other world-class artists include the springboard acrobatics from the Julio Troupe, combined with aerialists Trio Serik, who will be on hanging straps high in the roof of the big top.
Monalisa will provide an element of grace with her aerial showcase.
Encounter the unbelievable somersaults performed on Chinese poles and watch artists dice with death on the cloud swing trapeze, all while the spectacular big top is echoing with laughter from the antics of the crazy clowns Duo Delbosq.
The breakthrough of such a tour is due to the special new design of its big top.
Although seating an audience of 500 people in 360-degree comfort, it can be erected then dismantled in a fraction of the normal time.
Executive producer Carol Gandey explained: “This means we can visit smaller towns and remoter communities that, in the past, have been totally ignored by international touring companies because it would not have been economically viable.”
Carol and Phillip Gandey, the creators and producers of the internationally-acclaimed Chinese State Circus, were acutely aware that many smaller towns were denied the thrill and excitement of a world-class show.
Having created Circus Of The Orient specifically to fill that gap and bring the show to the audiences’ doorstep, Carol and Phillip are taking a huge financial gamble by going even further – they’ve set the admission prices starting at only £6.
But, because the size of audience is strictly limited to 500, people are advised to book early to avoid disappointment.
“We know that people in the smaller towns and communities frequently feel they are left out of things,” said Phillip.
“So here’s their chance to experience what real entertainment is. We have invested a great deal in this show and now we will be depending on local people for their support.”
East meets West in a fusion of fun-packed family entertainment.
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