Reviewed by: Hi Fi Way
Review by James Landseer | 21 February 2025

Step into the intoxicating world of La Ronde, a show that doesn’t just flirt with danger—it seduces you with it. This world premiere season brings together a collection of the planet’s most exhilarating variety artists, each defying gravity, expectation, and reason in a spectacle that is as elegant as it is electrifying.

From the moment aerial pole sensation Sergiy Mishchurenko takes the stage, it’s clear this is no ordinary night of entertainment. His fluid, seemingly effortless movements captivate, setting the tone for a night of impossible feats. Polina, the hypnotic hair-hanging artist, follows, leaving the audience spellbound as she dangles mid-air, her strength disguised as grace.

The high-flying wonders continue with Diana Bondarenko’s pyramid-trapeze mastery, Felipe Reyes’ jaw-dropping mouth-hanging aerial stunts, and Adam Malone’s trapeze finesse. Each act pushes the boundaries of human capability, but it’s Sam Goodburn who adds an unexpected twist—blending daredevil antics with razor-sharp comedy that has the audience gasping one moment and roaring with laughter the next.

Tying it all together is the vivacious Gigi McFarlane, whose powerhouse vocals transport the crowd to the heart of Europe’s cabaret scene. Her voice serves as the show’s pulsating heartbeat, adding layers of drama and charm that weave through the night’s breathtaking performances.

With each turn, La Ronde surprises, seduces, and shocks in equal measure. It’s a dazzling whirlwind of elegance and exhilaration, where beauty meets the bizarre and the impossible becomes reality. If you crave a night of high-octane artistry and irresistible allure, take your seat—this is a ride you won’t want to miss.