Circus Circus’ hallmark is the wonderful array of circus acts that perform center stage at the Carnival Midway. Performers from around the globe grace the Midway stage under Circus Circus’ big top, comprising the world’s largest permanent circus. From the dazzling aerialists to the fearless trapeze artists to the amusing clowns, the performances on the Midway stage take place daily, twice every hour from 11 a.m. to midnight with complimentary admission. Several amazing new acts will entertain audiences at Circus Circus this year.
“The circus performers built Circus Circus into one of most beloved hotels in the world,” said Mike Hartzell, director of Entertainment for Circus Circus Las Vegas. “The circus acts are as good today as they have ever been and our customers have never paid a penny to see them perform.”
The circus acts making their debut at Circus Circus’ Carnival Midway are:
African Acrobats International
The African Acrobats International, originally from Kenya, perform juggling, contortion and a human pyramid building. They are described as a cross between the Harlem Globetrotters and Cirque du Soleil. The African Acrobats will make their debut at Circus Circus March 1.
Natalia Kochetkova
With charming grace and superior balancing skills, this Russia holds a master’s degree in Sport-Gymnastics. Her balancing act has appeared all over Europe. Kochetkova will make her debut at Circus Circus March 1.
Vladamir Saveljev
Born in Latvia, Saveljev was inspired to join the circus at a very young age. Since that time, he has defined an unusual and distinctive take on the art of juggling. Saveljev will make his debut at Circus Circus March 1.
Vladamir Malachinkin
It has always been apparent that Malachinkin has star quality. A native of Russia, Malachinkin is one of the most accomplished hand-balancing artists of his generation. Malachinkin will make his debut at Circus Circus March 1.
Malte Knapp
Knapp is a wild man on a variety of unicycles. Born in Sweden, his astonishing rock ‘n’ roll energy is a crowd pleaser. Knapp will make his debut at Circus Circus July 1.
Artem Khomanko
This gifted Russian juggler adds the unique element of speed juggling to stilt walking. He comes from multiple generations of circus performers and joins the acts at the Midway stage by way of Circus Circus Reno. Khomanko will make his debut at Circus Circus July 1.
Duo Joys
Duo Joys features a pair from Bulgaria who combine dance with strength lifts into a breathtaking adagio. Their return to Circus Circus after a 5-year absence from the circus business will add a spectacular element to their performance. Duo Joys returns to Circus Cirus July 1.
The circus acts reappearing at Circus Circus’ Carnival Midway this year are:
Ringmasters – performing throughout 2008
The Circus Circus Clowns – performing throughout 2008
The Flying Poemas – performing throughout 2008
The Flying Tunizianis – performing throughout 2008
Gamal –David – performing throughout 2008
Olga Shmelova – performing through February 29
The Duo Design – performing through February 29
Serhiy Hulchenko – performing through February 28
Konstantin Aerial – performing through June 30
Los Anton – performing through September 1
