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Behind the Veil (National Institute of Circus Arts), at NICA’s National Circus Centre in Prahran – circus review

They are so damn good. It is not just the broad variety of circus arts on show that had me mesmerised, but the extremely high level of achievement from the second-year student ensemble. The physical feats of the fresh-faced performers, orchestrated by director Kate Fryer, all but defy belief. That, plus the splendid showmanship and…

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KOOZA, by Cirque du Soleil, at Flemington Racecourse and touring to Brisbane and Sydney – circus review

Almost a decade after it first appeared in Australia, Cirque du Soleil’s magnificent show KOOZA, an ode to traditional circus, returns with distinction. Cirque du Soleil has rewritten what is possible in the art form. KOOZA combines extraordinary artistry, phenomenal acrobatic performance, captivating clowning and theatrical excellence. Cirque remains cutting edge circus – the best…

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