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SUMMARY:Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Workshop!\nThursday\, March 5\, 2026\n6pm-7:30pm\nAges 6+ Families encouraged!\n(Registration Required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Participants with mobility differences are welcome! ) \n\nRun away with the  Bindlestiff Family Cirkus and be home by bedtime! Join the performers of the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus for a workshop for ages 6 and up.\n\nParticipants will experience a hands-on introduction to circus props and skills\, including juggling with balls\, rings\, and scarves; diabolos; rhythmic ribbons;  bucket stilts and hand-held stilts;  lassos and more!\n\nThe  session includes an ice-breaker\, a gentle warm-up\, and guided exploration of the equipment.
URL:https://bindlestiff.org/event/bindlestiff-family-cirkus-workshop/
LOCATION:Perkinson Center\, 11810 Centre Street\, Chester\, VA\, 23831\, United States
CATEGORIES:Circus,Performance
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SUMMARY:Bindlestiff Family Cirkus
DESCRIPTION:Step right up and experience the magic of Bindlestiff Family Cirkus at The Perk this March! \nBursting with jaw-dropping circus feats\, laugh-out-loud comedy\, and old-time vaudeville charm\, this high-energy performance is a joyful celebration of the weird\, the wonderful\, and the wildly entertaining. Perfect for audiences of all ages\, Bindlestiff blends classic American circus traditions with a modern twist\, creating a show that feels both nostalgic and delightfully unexpected. Whether you’re a first-time circusgoer or a longtime fan of variety arts\, this is a can’t-miss night of family-friendly fun\, amazement\, and nonstop smiles.
URL:https://bindlestiff.org/event/bindlestiff-family-cirkus-16/
LOCATION:Perkinson Center\, 11810 Centre Street\, Chester\, VA\, 23831\, United States
CATEGORIES:Circus,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T081001
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SUMMARY:Open Stage Variety Show
DESCRIPTION:A First Look at NYC’s Finest Emerging Variety Talents\nCircus * Sideshow * Vaudeville * Burlesque * Dance * Music \nCome to the Voorhees Theatre for a night of variety that will include much more than a simple song and dance. Bindlestiff’s Open Stage Variety Show is a non stop variety show experience that may include The Heavy Metal Magician\, Kung Fu juggling\, trained rats\, clown bands\, aerial artists\, wire walkers\, sideshow performers\, living cartoons\, physical comedy\, a cougar contortionist\, emerging super stars\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Shows:\nTuesday\, October 21\nTuesday\, November 11\nTuesday\, December 9\nTuesday\, February 10\, 2026\nTuesday\, March 17\, 2026\nTuesday\, April 14\, 2026\nTuesday\, May 12\, 2026 \nVoorhees Theatre\nNew York City College of Technology\n186 Jay St.\nBrooklyn\, NY 11201 \n$15 suggested donation\nShowtime: 7:00 pm \nWe are also streaming the show live – check us out on Facebook and YouTube!
URL:https://bindlestiff.org/event/open-stage-variety-show-12/
LOCATION:Voorhees Theatre\, 186 Jay Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Circus,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T213000
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SUMMARY:Bindlestiff Family Cirkus
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating three decades of keeping American traditional circus alive\, the legendary Bindlestiff Family Cirkus brings its diverse roster of the world’s finest circus\, sideshow\, vaudeville\, and variety talent.  \nBindlestiff Family Cirkus harkens back to the heyday of the traditional American popular entertainment\, offering its own contemporary twist. The show features jugglers\, acrobats\, contortionists\, vaudevillian novelty\, plate spinning\, sword swallowing\, and other risk-taking feats to create an interactive evening of fun for \nthe entire family. It’s earthy\, gritty\, and celebrates the roots of American popular entertainments like vaudeville\, circus\, and sideshow\, with a mix of world-class skill and odd novelty acts in an engaging and participatory way that you don’t find in other types of circuses.​ \nSince 1995\, Bindlestiff has brought the circus arts to every type of stage and audience imaginable. Its shows range from family shows to musical parodies to burlesque Cirkus spectacles. Bindlestiff also has an eye on the future\, keeping the variety arts alive via circus arts educational programs and emerging artist support. Bindlestiff has performed around the world including Lincoln Center’s Avery Fischer Hall\, Glastonbury Festival\, Bonnaroo\, Super Giant Carnival in Thailand\, and Golden Festival in China. Come one\, come all! \nThis engagement of Bindlestiff Family Cirkus is made possible in part through the Mid Atlantic Tours program of Mid Atlantic Arts with support from the National Endowment for the Arts.​​​​​
URL:https://bindlestiff.org/event/bindlestiff-family-cirkus-17/
LOCATION:Wise County Performing Arts Center\, 10824 Orby Cantrell Hwy\, Pound\, VA\, 24279\, United States
CATEGORIES:Circus,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T190000
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SUMMARY:Behind the Curtain - Camphill Hudson Players & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Presented in partnership with Operation Unite\, Bindlestiff Family Cirkus\, Beautiful Racket\, Camphill Triform\, and Camphill Copake \nSaturday\, March 21 at 7pm\nFree; reservations recommended \nHudson’s acclaimed integrated theater company Camphill Hudson Players return to Hudson Hall with a brand-new collaborative production full of humor\, story\, circus arts\, music and magic\, and Camphill’s signature dance-party energy!
URL:https://bindlestiff.org/event/behind-the-curtain-camphill-hudson-players-friends/
LOCATION:Hudson Halll\, 327 Warren Street\, Hudson\, NY\, 12534\, United States
CATEGORIES:Circus,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T150000
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SUMMARY:Bindlestiff Family Cirkus
DESCRIPTION:A Contemporary Twist to the Traditions of American Circus! \nBindlestiff Family Cirkus harkens back to the heyday of the traditional American popular entertainment\, offering its own contemporary twist. The show features jugglers\, acrobats\, contortionists\, vaudevillian novelty\, plate spinning\, sword swallowing\, and other risk-taking feats combines to create an interactive evening of fun for the entire family. \nThe Bindlestiff show will feature a variety of superstars and dazzling feats\, including a breath-taking chair-stacking and acrobatic act by Ryan Shinji Murray; dizzying hooping and awe-inspiring aerial artistry by Ellie Steingraeber\, vaudeville classics like mouthstick-balance and plate spinning by Keth Nelson\, and lots of ensemble fun including juggling and other prop manipulation. Surprises abound – unexpected\nfolks get drawn into the action onstage too! All ages will find something to marvel at. \n3:00 pm: Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Performance\n4:30 pm: Intro to Juggling Workshop – 60 minutes \nThis project was supported\, in part\, by the Virginia Commission for the Arts\, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly.
URL:https://bindlestiff.org/event/bindlestiff-family-cirkus-18/
LOCATION:The American Theatre\, 125 East Mellen Street\, Hampton\, VA\, 23663\, United States
CATEGORIES:Circus,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000
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SUMMARY:Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Trio
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of wonder as Bindlestiff Family Cirkus brings its bold\, imaginative\, and wildly entertaining blend of vaudeville\, circus\, wild west shows\, burlesque\, and sideshow to the Wayne Theatre. Since 1995\, this acclaimed troupe has traveled the globe\, presenting a fresh and contemporary twist on the grand traditions of American Circus. \nCo-founded by Stephanie Monseu and Keith Nelson\, Bindlestiff has produced more than a dozen off Broadway productions\, along with custom shows for special events\, family friendly performances\, and sophisticated evening productions for adult audiences. Their remarkable dedication to the variety arts has earned them both widespread applause and deep respect within the circus and variety arts community. \nWith daring talent\, comedic flair\, and a spirit that celebrates creativity in all its forms\, Bindlestiff Family Cirkus delivers an unforgettable experience that delights audiences of every age.
URL:https://bindlestiff.org/event/bindlestiff-family-cirkus-trio-2/
LOCATION:Wayne Theatre\, 521 W Main St\, Waynesboro\, VA\, 22980\, United States
CATEGORIES:Circus,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T213000
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SUMMARY:Bindlestiff Family Cirkus
DESCRIPTION:A Thrilling Journey into America’s Sideshow Legacy\nOver the past two decades\, Bindlestiff Family Cirkus has toured off-Broadway\, nationally\, and internationally. This captivating performance explores the roots of classic American entertainment through jaw-dropping spectacles and sideshow acts performed live on stage. Audiences will witness daring feats from a cast of acrobats\, aerialists\, jugglers\, sideshow marvels\, and vaudevillians–all while learning the cultural history behind these once-popular fairground attractions. \nPrepare to be amazed as the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus blend daring spectacle with captivating storytelling. Their high-energy performance not only showcases incredible physical feats but also invites audiences to connect with the rich history of American vaudeville and carnival culture. Every act is a mix of skill\, suspense\, and humor\, making this a must-see event that honors the past while thrilling modern audiences. \nThis show is part of the Weinberg Center’s LIVE! Series\, celebrating iconic music and exceptional musicianship. The Weinberg Center\, located in the heart of Downtown Frederick\, MD\, offers a historic backdrop and excellent acoustics for an unforgettable concert experience.
URL:https://bindlestiff.org/event/bindlestiff-family-cirkus-19/
LOCATION:The Weinberg Center for the Arts\, 20 West Patrick Street\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Circus,Performance
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