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Over 40 Acrobats of China bring the Orient to Branson in a fast-paced, exciting production featuring internationally award-winning acts.  The New Shanghai Circus celebrates the exotic wonders of China while showcasing dramatic interpretation of classic Chinese dance and physical performance art.  Featuring spectacular backdrops, beautiful costuming, and state-of-the-art lighting, this show is a thrill a minute!

The New Shanghai Circus presents a revolving line-up of favorite acts such as Diablo (Chinese Yo-Yo), Bicycle Tricks, Pole Climbing, Russian Bar, Aerial Fish Ballet, Adagio, Plates Spinning, Magic Clock, Roller Skating, Handstand Art, Human Top, Chair Stack and more.  Each year, the troupe adds new performers who have won national and international competitions.  The show combines extraordinary and inventive feats of strength and skill, control and balance.  

Considered to be China's most celebrated acrobatic company, the performers of the New Shanghai Circus have stunned audiences all over the world.  This year's entourage includes a full-time cook, several coaches, teachers, technicians, a propmaster, a carpenter, a costume designer and other staff members.  They've joined their talents to create a fast-paced production that brings the Orient to Branson!  

The New Shanghai Theatre was specially designed to accommodate this unusual and elaborate production, as well as to integrate the ancient history of China with modern Chinese architectural style.  The new theatre features cascading waterfalls, Chinese gardens, rare chiming stones, and a sculpture of Chinese Bronze Ware approximately 3,500 years old.

The New Shanghai Circus was founded in 1991 as a touring company from its parent troupe, the Shanghai Magic Troupe in Shanghai, China.  It's been an upward spiral ever since with more than 80 tours around the world including a 1998 stint on Broadway with 28 sold out performances - and it now finds a permanent second home in Branson, Missouri!

Acrobatics have a 2,500-year history in China.  Developed from everyday life and work the early acrobatic skills presented in village harvest festivals have now evolved into one of China' national treasures.  Building on traditional performances, today's artists have added new techniques and spectacular stunts, thrilling audiences around the globe.  Highly skilled, rigorously trained, and superbly talented, these performers follow an unbroken tradition since 700 B.C.

East meets West at the New Shanghai Theatre in Branson.  From the moment you arrive, you're transported to another world, where anything can happen...and does.  Enjoy the Acrobats of China featuring the New Shanghai Circus in Branson!  

"Qing da jia lai kan wo men!"  Translation:  "Ya'll come see us!"

Reviews

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 based on 53 reviews
  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Great Show!!

    by PlazaFan on 2/1/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    These acrobats put on a great show. I would definately recommend to anyone. My family and I were truly entertained!!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Shanghai Circus

    by Stoasehe on 2/1/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    Amazing feats of balance, coordination, and flexability. There is a lot of movement and always something amazing going on. The pace is fast and the the individual acts are not drawn out, long enought to be very entertaining but not so long that they drag. Very good.

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    performers looked tired

    by 4leggedmonkey on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    Performers facial expressions at times looked like they were bored or worse yet tired. Costumes were colorful and entertaining, however not fitting properly. Leopard trimmed costumes were confusing, keep the traditional looking costumes. Gentlemen who performed the jump through the rings had the right music for their rope performance, but outfits for hoop and music was disappointing. They are so talented and had the most energy, need to tweak 2nd performance with music and maybe some synchronized dance moves. Overall was entertained by performances, however much work is needed with music selections. Music just did not match the performances and left me feeling unfulfilled with what I saw.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Chine

    by RudDag on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    It was a bit slow for our taste, but worth watching

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    A nonstop remarkable performance!!!

    by tazzette on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    First time ever going to a performance like this, It's amazing how some of them can bend their body parts in ways you never imagined. It was so cool to hear the crowd oohhing & aawwing between claps, even the young kids and the young & heart you can see the amazement in everyone's eyes. A must family outing!

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    A little disappointed

    by 1234grandkids on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    I guess we were expecting something a little better. This was an OK show but the acrobats were not as good as some we have seen. Loved the costumes though. Theater aisles are very cramped and people could hardly get in and out even if we stood up to let them by. Kids had a hard time not kicking the seats in front of them and the man in front of one of the kids was a real grouch.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    There were moments that were completely nerve-racking, in a good way. Great show for all ages! These people are extremly talented! I think it was better than some of the Cirque shows I have seen in Vegas!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Shanghia Circus

    by YoungLee on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    This was a great show, something different for the El Paso area.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    New Shanghai Circus

    by chupe on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    I thought the performance was amazing, and a show that the whole family would enjoy - from young children to seniors. The young Chinese girls are exquisitely amazing in their grace and agility, and the young men perform incredibly with unbelievable acrobatics. It was almost reminiscent of the Chinese Olympics with the precision and costuming. I certainly hope it returns to El Paso again, as I would certainly buy tickets again as well as recommending it to those who missed it this time.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    NEW SHANGHAI CIRCUS: an extraordinary event!!!

    by happiness2010 on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    The Shanghai performers are one of a kind! Their skills and true authentic ability to capture the attention of the audience every minute is memorable and fun for the whole family!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    too much hipe!!

    by CHARLIE31 on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    IT WAS OK BUT, TOO EXPENSIVE. CHEAP ROAD SHOW. NO DECOR NO NOTHING.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Cirque de Chine very unique

    by Happytom on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    We had a wonderful time at the Shanghai Circus with our Granddaughter. We loved the unique acts and the vibrant young performers...what a great time.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Shanghai Circus is absolutely great.

    by qti24 on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    No video taping or cameras allowed while the show is going on but after you will be able to walk up to them and take pictures or ask for autographs. Souveniers are expensive so take cash because they don't accept credit. The performers were amazing and did unbelievable stunts. My children and I enjoyed almost all of it. I say almost because in the beginning of the show you have people coming in and the usher showing them where to sit so we missed some of the beginning of the first show and also when we came back from intermission. Can't people remember their show time and have curtesy for people who are there on time. I would say if they are late they should wait for the next show or wait to sit when one of the acts is over. Shanghai Circus nevertheless was unbelievable and though some of the things they did seemed to be the same they were different because they did a different endurance sturnt. You will be amazed at the things these young people can do. It is worth the money and it sparks kids imagination of the amazing things their bodies can do with gymnastics and lots of training. Enjoy and buy your tickets early so you won't sit at the back. It was truly annoying. People please arrive before the show ; ).

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    The elastic girl was incredible

    by lovebird1 on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    The whole presentation was amazing. All the members were very professional. I loved to see the female acrobats dancing. This show made feel like I was in China.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Awesome Acrobatics!

    by HAPPY77 on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    Fascinating! Such young and talented gymnists! Costums a bit funky but overall, refreshing to see such gifted younf people from China.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Cirque du chine was great!

    by chinafan on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    Fascinating show for kids and adults! great family entertainment.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Shanghai Circus FABULOUS!!!

    by PatnGuy on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    It was an exciting and memorable night. El Paso needs more wonderful shows like this one.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    It was incredible!!

    by ivonluna on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    The Show is so beautiful the costumes are nice and the acts are amazing. It does take your breath away its quite an experience.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    by nozpicker on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    Costuming was spectacular. Each act was well organized and well performed even though I don't think this was the "first team" in the show. The show began about 10 minutes later than advertized.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fascinating and Entertaining!

    by Rosales76 on 1/31/10The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El Paso

    I had actually caught this show before when I was living in Virginia last year. I was just as amazed this time around as I was the first time. If this show comes to your town, don't miss it!