75th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee Circus Show

The Circus Arts Conservatory's Sailor Circus Academy is poised to mark a notable milestone as the nation’s longest-running youth circus training program celebrates its 75th year. Later this month, the Sailor Circus Academy will share its joy and prodigious talents during the 75th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee shows, which take place at the Sailor Circus Arena (2075 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota) with eight performances December 26-29, 2024. During the Diamond Jubilee shows, 60 Red Troupe members – the most advanced Sailor Circus students – will flip, fly and soar to new heights in a performance that will pay tribute to the rich history of the Sailor Circus Academy and feature program alumni – including Circus Arts Conservatory co-founder Dolly Jacobs – as well as historical photos and videos showcasing program highlights through the years. There are 12 seniors, some of whom have participated for as many as eight or nine years, graduating from the program this year. The show is broken into sections featuring various jewels and jewel tones, culminating in diamonds to represent the current year and future of the storied program. Acts audiences will enjoy include one new act, the chandelier, as well as the trampoline wall, high wire, cloudswing, slack rope, hammock, juggling, bike for five, web, lyra, hand balancing, acro dance, skating, unicycle and the traditional closing act, the flying trapeze. The Sailor Circus Academy, for children ages 8-18, teaches students more than 30 disciplines of circus arts as well as helps them to learn life management and collaborative skills, gain self-discipline, bolster confidence, and make a commitment to achievement. Showtimes are Thursday-Saturday, December 26-28, at 2 and 7 p.m., and Sunday, December 29, at 1 and 5 p.m. Tickets are $20-$40. Call the Box Office at 941-355-9805 or visit circusarts.org.

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