Mark your calendars to attend this one-of-a-kind circus right here in Richmond, Virginia this week and through the weekend.
UniverSoul Circus has created a big top thrill-ride infused with an unparalleled global mix of circus artistry, music, dance and style – all inspired by reflections of the world around US.
The UniverSoul Circus 2012 production entitled “US” – featuring Shaolin Kung Fu acrobats from China, bone-breaking contortionists with a hop-hop flair from Guinea, hilarious acrobatic comedy from South Africa, pro-style hip hop dancers from the United States, and an all-male Russian Swing act from Belarus will perform in Richmond from March 13-18 at Richmond International Raceway & Fairgrounds.
15-year-old Richmond native Deomonte Crewe joined UniverSoul this year as a featured dancer and as part of the Bone Breakers contortion group. He has a rich history in Richmond with many friends and family looking forward to seeing him and UniverSoul Circus when they arrive in Richmond. (See the Times-Dispatch story here).
Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster, or by calling 1-800-745-3000.
“At UniverSoul Circus, we’re one big happy family – and that includes our fans,” said Founder and President Cedric Walker. “Without you, there is no US. This year’s production titled simply, yet profoundly, “US” – includes 14 outstanding acts from Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas – all coming together to create an unforgettable global experience. ”
US 2012 Tour
The UniverSoul Circus 2012 North American tour of “US” kicked off in January in Tampa and Miami. Following its Richmond premier, “US” will travel to New York City (The Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn) for five weeks. Now in its 19th year, the circus will perform over 500 shows in 27 major markets. The international cast includes 80 world-class acrobats, contortionists, aerialists, martial artists, dancers, comedians, clowns, horses, tigers and elephants.
Creative Team
The show’s creative team includes Cedric Walker, who regularly travels the globe to find amazing talent, and award-winning live entertainment production designer Tom Marzullo. Marzullo has designed and/or stage managed major international tours for some of the biggest names in show business, including T-Pain, KISS, Jay-Z, Ne-Yo and Prince. Most recently, Marzullo designed, produced and production managed Justin Bieber’s international My World Tour, which earned Marzullo the 2010 Tour Link Top Dog Award for Production Manager of the Year.
WHEN: Mar 13-18, 2012
WHERE: Richmond International Raceway & Fairgrounds Lot D @ Gate 4
TICKETS: Tickets prices $15 to $30. Children under 1 are FREE
All tickets available by Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com and
SHOWTIMES:
Tuesday, Mar. 13 @ 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday and Thursday, Mar. 14-15 @ 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Mar. 16 @ 4:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Mar. 17 @ 12 noon, 4:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Mar. 18 @ 12:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
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About UniverSoul Circus
UniverSoul is a highly interactive combination of circus arts, theater, and music that spans genres including Pop, Classic R&B, Latin, Hip Hop, Jazz and Gospel. It embraces and celebrates the unique and familiar aspects of pop culture globally by bringing them center stage with a cast of international performers. UniverSoul Circus is rated as one of the top three circuses in America along with Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey and Cirque du Soleil. UniverSoul’s fresh approach to family friendly live entertainment has earned it a coveted spot as one of Ticketmaster’s top ten most requested family events, along with other shows including Sesame Street Live, Disney on Ice, and Radio City Christmas Spectacular. The circus was founded in Atlanta by concert and theatre promoter, Cedric Walker. As it approaches its historic 20th anniversary in 2013, the circus will perform over 500 shows in 27 major markets this year and travel nearly 10,000 miles.
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