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CIRCUS 1903 - The Golden Age of Circus (Chicago)

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CIRCUS 1903 - The Golden Age of Circus (Chicago) Tickets

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Rating: 4.5 out of 5 based on 64 reviews

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Step right up! Step right up!

The producers of the world’s biggest magic show, The Illusionists, have teamed up with the award winning puppeteers from War Horse to present a thrilling turn of the century circus spectacular.

Sensational puppetry puts Elephants back in the ring as never seen before along with a huge cast of the most unique, amazing and dangerous circus acts from all four corners of the world, from strong men to contortionists, acrobats to musicians, knife throwers, high wire and much more!

Discover the golden age of circus this summer as CIRCUS 1903 – The Golden Age of Circus gets set to captivate audiences of all ages.

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Rating: 4.5 out of 5 based on 64 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 3/27/17Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    I loved it! I took my son and he enjoyed it as well. He was called on stage at the begging of the show and that now all he talks about.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 3/26/17Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    Great talent! Funny ringmaster! We will definitely see this company again next time they come to town!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Circus 1903 was great fun

    by Bbllw on 3/26/17Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    The show was engaging! The ringmaster's interaction with children was excellent. Performers had excellent interaction with audience. Elephants were well done

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Circus 1903-Wonderful Show

    by BHA5 on 3/26/17Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    A very entertaining show for all ages. I would see it again.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    The Circus 1903 was great family fun!!

    by PenrodFam on 3/26/17Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    We bought tickets for Circus 1903, which was playing at the Oriental Theater during the week we were in Chicago. The performances were masterful! It was at times beautiful, inspirational, and hilarious!! Our family particularly enjoyed the juggler, the Flying Finns, and the Italian brothers. The Ring Master made the show for us! It's a must-see!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Circus 1903

    by NayNay1919 on 3/26/17Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    You cannot believe the talent in this show. Awesome display of daredevil talent. Fun for the whole family. The elephant puppets were adorable.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Family fun

    by Misty60 on 3/26/17Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    Magical show with such talented acts. Ringmaster was hilarious. Go and take the kids or grandkids!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Circus 1903

    by jjpchgo on 3/25/17Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    Nice take on old fashioned circus values. Great ringmaster and nice use of children from the audience.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Circus 1903 is highly entertaining

    by WJRobinson on 3/25/17Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    They are able to recreate the thrill of a circus within the confines of a traditional theater. It is a wonderful show for the whole family.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Better than expected!

    by Dakota74 on 3/25/17Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    I was admittedly skeptical that this show would hold my interest. But it was actually VERY entertaining. The "glue" of the narrative was the Ring Master, and he was outstanding. Even including some very charming audience participation activities with children from the crowd. The performers were eager, enthusiastic, high energy, and quite professionally accomplished. I did not expect to love it - but I did. Well done to cast and crew!

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Circus lovers unite!

    by Vermonter52 on 3/24/17Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    The theatre was filled with energy as we waited for the circus to begin and we were not disappointed. The ringmaster was delightful, his interaction with the children in the audience was spot on. The acts were given the respect they deserved, very talented performers. The elephants were dynamic making it easy to forget they are puppets. Peanut was so playful and a bit naughty just the right mix. My biggest complaint was that the experience ended too soon, there was no big finale and I left wanting more. This show is still in a test/trial phase and I look forward to attending another show after it opens on Broadway. If you love a circus, don't miss this, thecircus in its prime

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Great for all ages

    by miroda on 3/24/17Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    Beautiful theater experience. Love the show and was easy to get to using L

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fun for the entire family

    by amt318 on 3/24/17Oriental Theater - Chicago

    This is a show for the entire family no matter what their age. It's like going to an actual circus with amazing circus acts. Everyone was fabulous. The contortionist was great and made me cringe with the way she twisted her body. The ringmaster was fantastic. He pulled 4 kids up on stage and one kid stole the show. It was absolutely hysterical. There were a ton of kids there but because it's packed with entertainment the kids were quiet and mesmerized. This a great show to take young kids to, to introduce them to theater.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    So much fun!

    by danimmmmm on 3/24/17Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago

    We loved this show! Different from regular theatre - very entertaining. I highly recommend -you will sit with a smile on your face for the entire show!!