Direct from Branson, Missouri, one of the world’s most-awarded Chinese acrobatic troupes will perform at Whitfield Hall on the Mississippi University for Women campus in Columbus Friday, July 15 at 8 p.m.
The China Circus, considered one of the most accomplished acrobatic troupes, is known for its precision, playfulness and feats of human performance art. This troupe features more than 20 acrobats from Jinan, China, and has been seen around the world.
The Jinan Acrobats are known for leading the way in creating new and stunning acrobatic skills and combining elegant dance with humor. This will be their first appearance in the area.
Many Mississippians are familiar with the “Incredible! Acrobats of China featuring the New Shanghai Circus” based in Branson. The China Circus featuring the Jinan Acrobatic Troupe is recommended as a fun show, entertaining for all ages, unique among visiting Chinese acrobat troupes. Some of the award-winning acts may include group bicycling, chair stack, tight rope, butterfly lovers, aerial fish ballet, hoop diving, spinning plates, Diabolo (Chinese Yo Yo) and more.
Dramatic interpretation of classic Chinese dance highlights the fact that each province of China has its own acrobatic troupe which, while using traditional Chinese acrobatic performances, is distinctly different in presentation, costuming and performance style.
Tickets may be purchased by phone at 877-212-4462. Punch 1 for the box office and specify the Columbus performance. Special group rates are available. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for children. Family passes are $69. MUW faculty, staff and student tickets are $10.
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