Sailor Circus, known worldwide as “The Greatest ‘Little’ Show on Earth,” is celebrating its 70th anniversary and this year’s annual spring performances will showcase the history of the program and demonstrate how far it’s come.
The show, titled Sailor Circus presents Celebrate 70! will feature traditional circus acts in keeping with its historic theme. This year, the Sailor Circus Arena becomes part of show as patrons will be among the first to experience the new seats, sound system, lighting, restrooms and concession stand while enjoying the newly installed air-conditioning.
Thank you for your consideration.
WHAT: Sailor Circus presents CELEBRATE 70!
WHEN: Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, April 18 – 27. Shows at 7:00 PM with 2:00 PM matinees on Saturdays
WHERE: Circus Arts Conservatory Sailor Circus Arena (2075 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota)
WHO: This family-friendly show is appealing to all age groups from children to grandparents
WHY: Sailor Circus is the longest-running youth circus in the country. Students train in over 30 disciplines of circus arts including high wire, flying trapeze, aerial skills, trampoline, roller-skating, acrobatics and more. Schools in Sarasota and Manatee counties are represented by the best youth circus artists, some students training for almost a decade in their craft. This year six high school seniors will graduate from the program.