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A review from 5D Music & Theatre writer Maria Robertson.
Photos by Dod Morrison Photography: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100031192597676
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The Circus currently in Aberdeen bills itself as “Vegas on wheels” and claims to merge “Las Vegas traditions and contemporary styles with extreme stunts and classic clown escapades”. There were a few times I squealed in fear, much to the amusement of my teenage company. I also ended up with popcorn in my hair, thanks to the cheeky clown, although he did end up leaving the box with the family to my right and the young lad who was given it was delighted. At the end I heard him telling his Mum the clown was his favourite, and indeed I think my teenager enjoyed his skit putting together a band from audience members the most.
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My favourite was probably the beautiful ballerina – hardly an extreme stunt I hear you say…well she was On Pointe on a tightrope! Now that was breath taking! Although I also loved the finale, which involved motorbikes, but that’s the closest to a spoiler I will give!
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I really am not convinced I should go to the circus, I suffer vertigo so watching all the high up stuff churns my stomach. I am in awe of their daring feats though, spinning high, with fire or by their hair, or riding a bike on a tightrope. All crazy and enthralling. I must admit one performer did slip in this performance and there was a huge gasp throughout the big top, but they did not fall too far and they carried on regardless. I’ve always wondered how none of them ever put a foot wrong and wondered if there was some kind of magical background workings tricking us all, but somehow seeing the realness of it made everything else seem more spectacular and amazing.
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As would be expected in a circus there was juggling and balancing and dancing. There were diabolos, hula hoops, bicycles, roller skates, balls and skipping ropes. All things that kids used to play with before we all became addicted to screens. Hopefully inspired a few to go see what they can do with theirs. There were bright lights, sparkly outfits and loud music. The ushers who saw you to your seat and sold popcorn, candy floss and flashy toys were also the performers in the show. There was plenty to look at and barely a moment to let your mind wander.
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A truly captivating performance for the whole family.
Further information: https://circusvegasuk.com/locations/aberdeen/
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Maria Robertson is the Chief Music & Theatre Writer for the 5D Pop Culture Website and provides reviews & coverage of local Aberdeen music & theatre gigs. She’s an experienced writer for numerous sources and is a self-confessed live gig addict ever since seeing The Counting Crows at the Barrowlands in 1994.
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