I have fond memories of watching the circus with my parents, and now it's time to enjoy "The Greatest Show on Earth" with my own kids! Watching their expressions of awe and amazement were priceless, and I hope that they will also remember this time with a smile. For our family, the circus has become a tradition that we look forward to attending every year.
No matter how old I am, there's nothing like the circus to make you feel like a kid again. At Circus Xtreme this year, I still find myself still holding my breath while watching the high wire stunts, and half covering my eyes at the Pendulum of Steel. Once again, I tried to snap that one picture of the human cannonball in midair, and the kids had so much fun watching the elephants and tigers perform as a synchronized team. It was a treat to see camels this time too!
Out of all the circus venues out there, there's no comparison to a show from Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey. It is a grand and spectacular performance from beginning to end, with superb showsmanship, great costumes, dances, and high quality stunts. We love the addition of the Mongolian Marvels and the mermaid dance too!
Prepare to be astonished and amazed by some of the coolest acts ever as Ringling Bros. goes to new extremes with the all-new energetic circus production, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents Circus XTREME. Children Of All Ages can let their imagination go wild in an exhilarating adventure with extraordinary circus artists and exotic animals. From the highest mountains to the deepest seas, join us as we explore a world of extreme beauty, flexibility, strength and dexterity in ways you’ve never seen before at The Greatest Show On Earth®. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Circus XTREME blends extreme circus displays for the ultimate family fun entertainment experience, playing at STAPLES Center Los Angeles (July 9- 14); Citizens Business Bank Arena, Ontario (July 17-21); and Honda Center, Anaheim (July 24-Aug 2).
Guided by Ringmaster David Shipman, Circus XTREME pushes the limits of excitement to features artists who redefine the word extreme in everything they do, magnifying beloved traditional elements of the circus and combining them with never-before-seen contemporary spectacles, original fast-paced performances and incredibly hilarious moments. Featuring an international assembly of over 100 performers spanning 13 countries around the world, the Ringling Bros. 145th Edition is highlighted by several unique acts including:
- Xtreme Sports display featuring BMX freestyle riders, energetic parkour
- performers, trampoline acrobats and slack line gymnastics tricks
- Caravan of Camels – the only act of it’s kind in the world featuring 6
- twin-humped Bactrian camels
- Bungee Skydivers aerial acro-ballet
- World’s youngest human cannonball Gemma “The Jet” Kirby has been shot
- from the cannon over 500 times
Mongolian Marvels strongmen create a human pyramid with a
combined weight of over 880 pound
Additional circus elements highlighted in the show including Bengal tiger presenter Taba; daredevil whirling Pendulum of Steel performance; edge-of-your-seat high wire stunts, hilarious poodle tricks; of course no show would be complete without the Ringling Bros. Clown Alley and treasured performing pachyderms!
Be sure to arrive early to experience several fun-filled interactive elements before the show starts included with the ticket price – visit the Animal Open House to get up-close with our amazing animal stars and the All Access Pre-Show where families can step onto the arena floor to meet our performers, learn circus skills, try on costumes and much more!
O NT A R I O
WHEN: Friday, July 17 – Tuesday, July 21
Friday, July 17 7:30 PM
Saturday, July 18 11:30 AM, 3:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Sunday, July 19 11:30 AM & 3:30 PM
Monday, July 20 7:30 PM
Tuesday, July 21 12:00 PM & 7:30 PM
**All Ontario shows include both the Animal Open House and All Access Pre-Show
WHERE: Citizens Business Bank Arena – 4000 Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario, CA 91764
TICKETS: Prices range from $22, $27, $38–$42 (VIP)*, $70 (Front Row)
Opening Night tickets are only $15 each (not valid for VIP/Front Row seating)
*Prices vary between weekday & weekend performances
Tickets available for purchase online at AXS.com or CBBankArena.com, charge by phone at 888-9AXS- TIX or in-person at the venue Box Office. *tickets may be subject to service charges, facility and handling fees
A N AH E I M
WHEN: Friday, July 24 – Sunday, August 2
Friday, July 24 7:30 PM
Saturday, July 25 11:30 AM, 3:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Sunday, July 26 1:30 PM & 5:30 PM
Wednesday, July 29 1:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Thursday, July 30 10:30 AM & 7:30 PM
Friday, July 31 1:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Saturday, Aug. 1 11:30 AM, 3:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Sunday, Aug. 2 11:30 AM, 3:30 PM & 7:30 PM
**All Anaheim shows include both the Animal Open House and All Access Pre-Show
WHERE: Honda Center – 2695 E. Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92806
TICKETS: Prices range from $20, $25, $30, $42 (VIP), $70–$80 (Front Row)* Opening Night tickets are only $15 each (not valid for VIP/Front Row seating)
*Prices vary between weekday & weekend performances
Use code MOM 15 to receive a discount on a family 4-pack of tickets for only $80! (Tickets available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or in- person at the venue Box Office. *tickets may be subject to service charges, facility and handling fees
