Monday 31 March 2014

Billy Smart’s Circus is visiting the Midlands


For me Circus is a reflection of your childhood. As long as I remember myself my mum took me almost every year to see different shows. I don't remember what I liked or disliked about circus as a child, but if you ask me now I will say I don't like clowns and certain animals involved in shows.
Couple of days ago I was contacted by a representative of Billy Smart's Circus with an offer to visit their show in exchange for a review, as you can imagine I couldn't say "No" as the show is in Midlands (close to where I live) and I don't recall when was the last time I have been to a circus.

"The BillySmart's Circus UK tour is brimming with a dazzling combination of theatre, music and dance. Our amazing international artistes bring you a sensational mix of acrobatics, comedy, juggling, illusion and aerial feats. There are no animals and quality and innovation are at the top of the agenda for this sensational company of performers".

I quickly picked the day and off we went to see the show. Out of 4 of us (myself, husband and in laws) I was the only one who had an idea of what to expect from the show as I had a sneaky peek of a show on the website.


It took us around 30 minutes to get to Warwick Racecource and you can't get lost as you can see the circus dome lit up from a far. When we arrived a lovely staff member showed us where to park and where we can find a box office. Box office itself was a lit up trailer with a big Smart's sign.



I don't know about others but I was wowed by the entrance into the dome with dressed up staff, sweet carts, pictures from the show..it had a Moulen Rogue feel to it or maybe just something French.. 





As we arrived few minutes before the show started we had some time to look around and to buy raffle tickets- the winner gets one of the cute teddies. Unfortunately I wasn't able to take any pictures during the show, but if you would like to Circus charges £1 for a camera ticket, which allows you to take pictures, no recordings are allowed though.
 



This year's artistes include:

The FLYING ACES from Australia - five exciting youngsters on the flying trapeze (We liked them a lot)

The ASADULLIN TROUPE from Russia bring their spectacular Springboard and Russian Bar acts to the UK for the first time (They were quite good as well, but not as good as X-treme brothers or the Flying aces)

The X-TREME BROTHERS, a trio of handsome and talented acrobats from Romania are sure to be a talking point of the show (Wow, wow, wow)

Italian clown JONNY BOGINO brings his whimsical comedy style to the UK audiences for the first time (I'm not a big fan of clowns but I did giggle I little)

Argentinian bolas drumming from GABRIEL CARMONA and partner liven up the proceedings together with the foot juggling skills of GERMAINE DELBOSQ from France (This is for us was the least interesting part of the show, especially we were very appalled to see Germaine wearing a thong, as the show is not just for adults but for kids as well I don't think this outfit is appropriate, but I'm sure men enjoyed the view though)

Caroline, she is the envy of a generation of school children as she swings, plunges and twists with panache and elegance high above the circus ring 

A LIVE BAND, the only one in a British touring Circus, complements the action

Overall, we enjoyed the show and I would certainly recommend to see it, look out for X-treme brothers, The Flying aces and lovely Caroline!


In the end of the show we were given vouchers, which allow us to see the next show in Wolverhampton or Haydock Park Racecourse for a half price. if any of you are interested I am happy to post these vouchers by 1st class post or alternatively you can purchase tickets here.
 
Disclaimer: I was sent 4 complimentary tickets for the purpose of this review. All thoughts and opinion are my own. Description of the show and few pictures were taken from Billy Smart's Circus website.

34 comments:

  1. Sounds like you had a really fun time :) I've not been to the circus in years! Looks like they've "updated" it a bit!

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  2. I have only been to the circus once when I was about 6 or 7. But I have always wanted to go again, but I won't be looking forward to seeing the clowns, as I am scared of them!

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  3. Such a lovely traditional family activity!

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  4. Sounds like you had a fab time out!

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  5. Sounds like you had a great time - I would love to take my two to the circus.

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  6. I have NEVER been to the circus. Might have to rectify that this year!

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  7. Can't remember the last time I went to the circus! I love the trapeze the most and dislike clowns with a passion!

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  8. oh i loved the circus as a child , soo many great memories i wish they had them mroeoften and near by to us x

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  9. It's great that circuses have moved with the times and they no longer have animals. It sounds like a fun family event.

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  10. This sounds like lots of fun, circus' seem so exciting. x

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  11. We took ours to a circus last year and they loved it!

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  12. I don't think I've ever been to the circus before, will definitely take my children when they're older.

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  13. Wow, how things have changed! Bit annoying you have to pay to take photos but I can see the reason for it. People being what they are, they'd lose a load of customers if they could stay home and stream it on You-Tube!

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  14. Glad there are no animals. Looks like a good evening.

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  15. I think if circus' are done well they can be great fun! This sounds fab

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  16. I don't think I've been to a circus since I was a child (and thankfully that was a no animal one too!) x

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  17. from what i've seen on tv and such, there seems to be some great talent in circuses etc, but it's just really not for me!

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  18. Sounds like you had a really lovely time! This brings back childhood memories as i used to visit the circus every year as a kid, MUST take the boys when they get a bit bigger! xxx

    Vikki @ Love From Mummy - UK Parenting Lifestyle Blog

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  19. Sounds like you had a fantastic time....I do love going to see the circus! x

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  20. I haven't been to the circus since I was little, but this sounds like it was so much fun! xo

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  21. I also haven't been to a circus for years (like almost everyone I think) but this looks great and I love all the lighting.

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  22. I don't know if I have ever been to the circus - looks like you had a great time, and it certainly sounds a lot of fun. Thanks for linking up with #TriedTested

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  23. i have never been to a circus but would love to! i would love to experience that atmosphere

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  24. I've never been to a circus before well not one I remember. I would love to take Amelia sometime! x

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  25. I love smarts and was gutted when I read the dates and realised it wasn't coming near us

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  26. I've not been to the circus since I was about 6! I'd love to take my own children at some point!
    Thanks for linking up with #TriedTested

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  27. I haven't been to a circus in years... I could really do with a nice show

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  28. Sounds like great fun :). I have not been to a circus in years

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  29. I love the circus but my boyfriend is scared of clowns. I'd love to take my two one day (maybe I will leave my boyfriend at home, unless I am feeling mean! lol!) This looks like a great show!

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  30. Off to see this tomorrow in Wolverhampton - am super excited now!!!

    #BrilliantBlogposts

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  31. I'm really surprised there's an additional charge for photos. I don't think it's a good or bad thing, it's just something I've never come across before.

    I think the same circus ends up round our way at some point, but Gwenn is too young to "get" circuses yet!

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  32. I reviewed Billy Smarts for my birthday last year - it was FAB! I had such a great time. Sounds like you did too :) Thank you for linking to PoCoLo x

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  33. Wow this looks FAB! Thanks for linking up to #brillblogposts

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