SPLASH! CIRCUS – The Show Goes On!
The Circus is in town!
After a brief pause while awaiting the arrival of the remaining international acts, Weber Brothers Entertainment and Matthew Cook are delighted to announce that SPLASH! CIRCUS is back on stage at The Globe at Silverstar Casino, with performances continuing from Thursday 7 September – Sunday 17 September.
Originating in Russia, SPLASH CIRCUS is a circus concept that has become popular over the last 19 years. The show combines all the elements of Circus that family audiences have loved for generations, but now with a modern twist.
The Russian Swing - Espana Brothers (Brazil) Photo Credit - Mariola Biela
The first half of the show is presented in a circus ring environment allowing traditional acts needing a larger space to perform and making full use of the circus ring. Added to the traditional setting is the use of video projections and lasers, offering a new twist to the traditional circus.
Local Producer Matthew Cook explains “Act 1 of the show makes use of a full circus ring, this allows us to have acts like the High Bar which includes Olympic Gymnast Luiza Galiulina from Uzbekistan and the Espanas from Brazil with their incredible Russian Swing which launches the brothers high into the air and across the ring, a firm favourite with the audiences”.
Included in the first act of the show is also the fun and entertaining antics of a 6th Generation Clown from Mexico, Mingo. Mingo has a lively and interactive rapport with the family audiences and his acts involve lots of participation and engagement that the children especially, love.
Duo Polonsky, who are identical twins from Ukraine, present their Hand Balance and Strength act which has been seen all over the world and has been presented on the stage of Cirque du Soleil and who never cease to amaze the audiences that watch them.
Hand Balance and Strength Act by Duo Polonsky (Ukraine) Photo Credit - Mariola Biela
The second act of the show unveils a 10-metre pool of water, having transformed from the stage during interval, with fountains where the artists perform around a setting that offers a distinctive twist to the regular circus setting.
The Aerial acts performing above the water and at times surrounded by falling rain, are enhanced by the dazzling lazer display and video projections.
These aerial acts include the Spanish Rope, Aerial Hammock and Lira – all of which are circus favourites and will have onlookers gasp in amazement.
Aerial Lira – Luiza Galiulina (Uzbekistan) Photo Credit - Mariola Biela
From France, Albert Roubard also presents his Statue Act that comprises of elements of Magic and Mime, bringing these forms of performance to SPLASH.
Allan Sulc, a juggler from Czech Republic, mesmerizes audiences with his incredible talent as he juggles up to 8 balls at once.
Juggler Allan Sulc (Czech Republic) Photo Credit - Mariola Biela
The audience is left spellbound at the Finale as the incredible Espanas from Brazil perform the death-defying Wheel of Death where they spin 10m above the audience while running on the outer-side of the wheel and attempt to do this whilst skipping and while blindfolded.
Wheel of Death by Espana Brothers (Brazil) Photo Credit - Mariola Biela
This circus is totally free of animals and showcases the extreme talent and capabilities of the human body in an action-packed show presented around the custom-built pool ensuring a truly memorable audience experience.
To enjoy a taste of what to expect, watch the promotional video of SPLASH!
*Filmed at the Final Dress Rehearsal at Silverstar Casino on 3 September
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SPLASH! Circus continues its run at The Globe at Silverstar Casino from Thursday 7 September – Sunday 17 September. Performances are Thursdays & Fridays at 20h00, Saturdays at 11h00, 15h00 and 19h00, Sundays at 11h00 and 15h00. Ticket prices range from R100 – R375 and bookings are through Computicket at www.computicket.com or by calling 0861 915 8000. No children under 2 will be allowed into the auditorium and most especially no babes in arms. |
SPLASH! Circus can be found at :
Thereafter, the show travels to KwaZulu-Natal for three engagements;
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The Big Top at Suncoast (Durban) from 22 September – 21 October; The Big Top at Golden Horse Casino (Pietermaritzburg) from 27 October – 5 November and The Big Top at Blackrock Casino (Newcastle) from 9 – 12 November |
Following KZN, the tour continues its travels across South Africa to cities including Newcastle, Nelspruit, Witbank, Welkom, Mossel Bay and the West Coast taking us into 2018.
More details on these dates and other cities will be announced later in September 2017.
ABOUT THE PRODUCERS:
International producers - Harry and Marie Weber:
Harry and Marie Weber are the owners of Weber Brothers Entertainment.
Harry was born in Germany and is a sixth generation circus artist and enthusiast. Having grown up in the circus, Harry became one of the most popular hand-balancers in the world becoming famous for his death-defying hand-balancing on the edge of buildings for publicity and photoshoots.
Now retired from performing, Harry has turned to producing International Circus’s across the globe.
His greatest successes have been the Great Euro Circus, Loritz Circus, Aussie Circus and Webers Circus.
Webers Circus is currently on an 18-month tour of New Zealand after completing an 8 month contract in South Korea.
After Harry and his family fell in love with South Africa on their successful tour of Aussie Circus, Harry has been working around the clock to bring an all-new show that would take South Africa by storm. After seeing the spectacular water circus in Russia, SPLASH! Circus was negotiated for a South African tour commencing in August 2017.
Local producer Matthew Cook:
Matthew Cook has been involved in the entertainment industry since the age of 7. As a young magician Matthew nurtured his talents at the College of Magic in Cape Town, where he graduated with his Silver Medallion in 2001. Matthew won the South African Magic Championships in 1999 with a breath-taking stage illusion show which started his full-time career in entertainment.
After dazzling audiences across South Africa as a speciality performer, Matthew broadened his talents and started working in other areas of Theatre and Entertainment.
In 2007 he joined the team at Gold Reef City as a Production Manager for the opening of The Lyric and the South African premiere of the musical Hairspray.
Between 2008 and 2012, Matthew managed an entertainment agency, worked on the management of live events and concerts, directed circus shows and trained entertainers.
Since 2012, Matthew has managed the Entertainment and Event departments of 3 of the biggest casinos in South Africa and has gained extensive experience in large scale concerts, shows and tours.
In early 2017, Matthew decided that it was time to start a new chapter and became more active as a creative director and producer of live entertainment and shows.
After 6 months of planning, Matthew is thrilled to announce the South African tour of SPLASH! Circus.
