You may have been lucky enough to spot one of several brightly coloured clowns announcing the arrival of the Great Moscow Circus before Noosa Council pulled the pin on the inflatable advertising they say breached signage by-laws.
Nevertheless, the word has spread that the world-famous circus has returned to Noosa, featuring Australia’s top trial riders, ‘The Flair Riders’, exciting juggling, the world’s best daredevil motorcycle Cage Riders, and breathtaking aerial performances.
The Circus will be in Noosa from 23 February to 6 March, and local charity Events4GreaterGood is hosting the Opening Night, with all proceeds going to vulnerable women and families in Noosa.
The Great Moscow Circus first visited Australia in 1965, and have continued to bring it back to Australia every three to five years since.
“We are pleased to say that all locations that we have visited to date have been highly successful,” Circus spokesman Mark Edgley said.
“Each time the circus returns to Australia it is with a completely new show, all new artists, and a completely different production.
“On this occasion the programme includes artists from Russia, the Ukraine, Belarus, Colombia, Brazil, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Australia and New Zealand.”
Since its first visit in 1965, over 7 million Australians have attended the show.
“It is truly an event that appeals to people of all ages,” Mr Edgley said.
“So far, audiences that have attended this current tour rate it as one of the most spectacular Great Moscow Circus productions ever.”
Events4GreaterGood founder Oz Bayldon said, “We’re pumped to team up with the Great Moscow Circus to offer a very special night out to help those in our community who are most in need.”
“We’ve created a special VIP event with local legend Larry from Rosie’s cooking gourmet canapés, with seafood generously supplied by Soulfish Seafood.
“VIP tickets, which are only $75, include live music, bubbles or beer on entry and ringside tickets which are the best in the house. All proceeds will go to help local families doing it tough in Noosa.
“If VIP is not for you, general admission tickets are only $25 (usually $55).
“The Circus will feature an all new, extreme show, featuring Australia’s top extreme motorsport bikers – ‘The Flair Riders’.
Mr Bayldon continued, “This circus does not feature animals at all – there’s exciting juggling and musical acts, the world’s best daredevil motorcycle Cage Riders and breathtaking aerial performances.
“After a tough couple of years, it’s great to be able to go out as a family and enjoy some old-fashioned entertainment, right here in Noosa. It’s a night not to be missed.”
The Great Moscow Circus will take place at the Noosa Pirates league ground at Noosa District Sports Complex, 31 Butler St, Tewantin from 23 February to 6 March.
The charity night is Tuesday 22 February. Buy your tickets at: events.humanitix.com/charity-night-with-the-world-famous-moscow-circus.
To check out a promotional video, go to: fb.watch/b0gIzdJqQY/
