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This show belongs to the Adelaide Fringe 2026 season. This season is now over.

CIRCUS The Show Logo with Ringmaster character behind text throwing a silver cane towards the camera.
Performance image with the Ringmaster arms spread apart with top hat in one hand.
performance image featuring an aerialist performing the splits on aerial tissue apparatus.
Adelaide Fringe 2026

CIRCUS The Show

★★★★★ "A MUST-SEE Spectacle!" GLAM Adelaide
★★★★★ "A 5-star experience we would absolutely watch again and again!" Edinburgh Reviews
 
Roll up! Roll up! Prepare to enter a world of whimsy, wonder, and amazement where your imagination will soar like never before, in this completely re-imagined family circus spectacular that families across the globe are raving about! With countless five star reviews, international awards, and sell-out seasons worldwide; this isn’t just another kids show – it is a high-energy, imagination-fuelled spectacular that will leave jaws on the floor and smiles stretching ear to ear!

WINNER • Best Children's Event • Adelaide Fringe Weeklies '21, '23, '24

★★★★ The Advertiser
★★★★★ Kids in Adelaide
★★★★★ Gig Gossip
★★★★★ EdFest for Kids
★★★★★ The West Australian

DON'T MISS OUT!

Presented by: Showmen Productions

Showmen Productions is an independent production company founded in Melbourne, Australia. Since its creation in 2018, the two driving minds behind the company, Sam and Justin, have created and toured internationally a lineup of MEGA shows, including the family-friendly spectaculars: ‘The Greatest Magic Show’, ‘CIRCUS’, and ‘KABOOM’, as well as their hilariously raucous, 18+ only evening show ‘Adults Only Magic Show’, and crowd-favourite variety compilation ‘Best of the Best’. Showmen Productions has also partnered with major corporations and councils, performing at large scale community and regional events - bringing magic, laughter, and joy to audiences of all ages across Australia.
Kids and Family • Circus
Victoria
Reviews
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    ‘A family spectacle full of fun and wonder! A five-star experience we would absolutely watch again!’ - Edinburgh Reviews

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    A MUST-SEE at this year's fringe! - Entertainment Now

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    If you have children go and see this show, even if you are an adult I am sure you will enjoy the talented acts. - The Phoenix Remix

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    Had the entire audience howling! - One4Review UK

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    Classic clowning, amazing acrobatics, magnificent magic and astonishing aerials; all combine to delight and enthral the entire crowd! - Glam Adelaide

Suitability & warnings

Content rating: G
Family friendly: Yes
Target audience: Kindergarten (4) | Junior Primary (5-7) | Primary (8-11) | Middle School (12-14)
Smoke Effects
Loud Noises

Please note

Show contains open flame, haze, smoke effects and latex balloons.

Accessibility

 
Audience members have the opportunity to interact or join artist on stage
 
Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language

Presenter

Presented by: Showmen Productions

Showmen Productions is an independent production company founded in Melbourne, Australia. Since its creation in 2018, the two driving minds behind the company, Sam and Justin, have created and toured internationally a lineup of MEGA shows, including the family-friendly spectaculars: ‘The Greatest Magic Show’, ‘CIRCUS’, and ‘KABOOM’, as well as their hilariously raucous, 18+ only evening show ‘Adults Only Magic Show’, and crowd-favourite variety compilation ‘Best of the Best’. Showmen Productions has also partnered with major corporations and councils, performing at large scale community and regional events - bringing magic, laughter, and joy to audiences of all ages across Australia.