UniverSoul Circus: An Atlanta Circus Gem
Hello, everyone! We’ve come to the last week of our Circus in Atlanta series, and I do hope that you and the kiddos have gotten to see some interesting Circus shows these past few weeks! This week is devoted to a gem of American traditional circus, and it’s really special because it’s headquartered right here in Atlanta, Georgia! UniverSoul Circus is a one-ring tent circus that was founded in 1994 by Cedric Walker, an African American man who dreamed of creating a circus that was widely performed by people of color. Today, the show features performers from 24 different countries around the world and appeals to a diverse audience. Cedric Walker today says, “We get to share our culture with everyone and each member of the audience leaves with a message: that everyone belongs. The UniverSoul Circus is for the people…it’s their show.”
I have to admit that I saw UniverSoul last year in Atlanta, and it was, by far, the most lively and energetic circus show I’ve ever seen! I felt like a child again, sitting in the audience, with a giant smile on my face watching the Afro-Caribbean stilt dancing act, biting my nails and dropping my jaw during the trick motorcycle jumping act, I laughed and marveled at the comedy and physical movement of the clown, and I was continually clapping my hands and dancing to the music in between acts. I do have to warn you, though, that they use animals in their show, so if that’s a deal breaker for you, then beware. If you can look beyond their usage of animals, it is a FUN circus show, if ever there was one to see! Also, just so you know, UniverSoul celebrates their 25th anniversary this year – now that’s something to celebrate! You can catch them in Atlanta at the Old Turner Field – Grey Lot until March 3, and then they’re in Gwinnett at the Gwinett Place Mall from March 6-17. If interested, you may purchase tickets here: https://www.universoulcircus.com/tix
Well, folks, that’s a wrap on the Circus in Atlanta series; next week, it’ll be back to our normal blog format with recipes, articles, and exercises! Have an awesome week, everyone! ~Angelica 0=)
