The Culpepper & Merriweather Circus will give two performances on Tuesday, June 20 at the corner of Park Street and Middle Burnt Fork Road in Stevensville. Show times are 5 and 7:30 p.m.
Now in its 32nd year, C&M Circus has become internationally known for quality family entertainment. This authentic One-Ring, Big Top Circus has been featured on National Geographic’s Explorer TV series and Entertainment Tonight. It has also been featured on the A&E special “Under the Big Top” and most recently, “On the Road with Circus Kids,” a Nickelodeon special featured on the Nick News Program.
Bring your friends and family out circus morning to watch as an empty lot is transformed into a bustling Circus City. Activity swirls around the grounds as animals are unloaded, the Big Top is erected, and rigging is prepared for performances later in the day. Enjoy the magic and tradition of the American Circus with your family and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Between 9:30 and 10 a.m. come watch the raising of the Big Top, then stay for a free tour. This presentation offers a unique face-to-face opportunity for families, schools, and interested community members to meet and learn all about the Culpepper & Merriweather Circus family and includes a walking tour of the circus grounds. Learn interesting facts about the performers, the history of the show and the different species of animals in the Circus Family.
You’ll also learn about topics such as hygiene, grooming and the veterinary care that all C&M Circus animals receive.
In recent years the Tent Raising and Morning Tour has become a popular program for families and interested community members. It is presented in a way that everyone, young and old, can learn many interesting facts about the Culpepper & Merriweather Circus Family.
On circus day, performers bring the magic of the circus to life in each 90-minute performance. This year’s lineup includes an all-star group of performers and entertainers that include: Miss Simone and her breathtaking single trapeze, Miss Paulina’s proud “Big & Little” prancing ponies, The Arlise Troupe on their wild and crazy unicycles, Natalie’s American Eskimo Escapades, Miss Georgia displaying flexability to the extreme and for the first time, the Wheel of Destiny & Tight Rope by The Perez Family. Enjoy the performing Jungle Cats, Soloman, Delilah & Francis, presented by Mr. Trey Key, that will certainly have you on the edge of your seats! All accompanied by original music composed by the talented Matt Margucci.
For more information visit go to www.cmcircus.com and click on the Facebook link.
The circus performances are sponsored by the Stevensville Main Street Association. Save money by purchasing your tickets in advance at the Main Street Office at 102B Main or at the following locations: Rocky Mountain Bank, Super One Foods, Burnt Fork Market, Valley Drug & Variety, and Farmers State Bank located in Stevensville, Florence, Hamilton and Victor. Prices for advance tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for seniors (65 and over) and children ages 2 to 12. Children under 2 are admitted at no charge. On show day tickets will be $13 for adults and $8 for seniors and children.