Mind bending acrobatics performed by kids...

I don't know about you but growing up I saw the great performances put on by Cirque De Soleil and thought it was amazing, however it never crossed my mind that I could actually learn how to do those stunts; not for these students at Circus Juventas.  Not only are they learning these tricks they are also putting on full length, high quality shows performing them.  According to their website their mission is: 'Circus Juventas, a performing arts circus school for youth, is dedicated to inspiring artistry and self-confidence through a multi-cultural circus arts experience.' If you have never heard of them before you are in for a real treat!


Back in 1994 Circus Juventas was founded by Dan and Betty Butler originally under the name Circus of the Star, it was started as an after school program and could only accommodate 30 students, not only did the classes fill up immediately after opening within a year they had a waiting list of over 300 youths! Through the fund raising efforts of Circus Juventas they were able to reach their funding goals, secure a long term lease and build their infamous 'Big Top' by 2001.  Fast forward to the present and you will find they have performed in front of hundreds of thousands of adoring fans, all over the Twin Cities.  


Their latest addition to these amazing shows is 'Sawdust: Fame, Fortune, Glitz and Grit' a story about two circus performers from the 'golden age' of traveling circus' and the story through their eyes.  This show promises to be full of dare devil stunts as well as some good old fashion circus humor mixed in, and as always will be a performance suited for all ages.  To buy tickets check out their website or call 651.699.8229
Also if you have children between the ages of 2 and 21 and would like to learn to do these amazing stunts check out their Recreational Program.



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