Circo Imperial da China

This week the Imperial Circus of China came to town.

No clowns, elephants, or bearded ladies here.
This circus consisted of acrobats, dancers and contortionists from China.

After getting our popcorn and finding our seats, we were ready for the show to begin!

The Imperial Circus of China is considered one of the best circuses in the world and is currently touring all the major cities in Brazil.

Don't try this at home!

The Chinese have been doing this for over 2,000 years. Maybe that's why they are so good at it. 

  

The artists in this show are true pop stars in Asia!

Intense training can begin as early as age 6 and classes can last up to ten years in the Ministry of Culture.

Members of the Imperial Circus of China dedicate their lives to performance.

The company is made up of 50 artists, including skilled acrobats, dancers and contortionists.

This tour celebrates the 25th anniversary of the circus company.

Generally, retirement comes at the age of 40.

I, for one, can certainly see why!!

I must say that a good time was had by all - and we didn't even miss the clowns, elephants, or bearded ladies!