The Chinese take their circus very seriously -- it’s not just for the children.
One of the oldest performing arts, Chinese acrobatics dates back to the time before Christ. This profession is actually respected in society and pays well.
Children who aspire to join the circus, start practising at the age of three. They are allowed to go on stage only after a decade or so of honing the skill. The competition is very tough and only the best are allowed to master the arena.
Prepare for a two-hour long show in Kyiv. An upside-down pyramid built by 18 people on one bike will be perhaps the most outstanding trick in this bright feast of gymnastic feats and a show of wild animals.
Sept. 24 at 7p.m. and Sept. 25 at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., Concert Hall Kobzov, 7A Dehtyarivska, tel. 455-8585. http://www.circus-kobzov.com.ua (in Russian).Tickets: Hr 39-119.
