CIRQUE-TACULAR: THE ART OF CIRCUS Set for The Theater at The 14th Street Y

Cirque-tacular: The Art of Circus will be presented as part of the Theater/Dance Series curated at The Theater at The 14th Street Y, 344 E. 14th Street, NYC from September 6-11, 2016.

Tickets are $39.50-$75 and are available at www.14streety.org/tickets. Performances: Tuesday and Wednesday at 7pm, Thursday at 2pm and 7pm, Friday at 8pm, Saturday at 3pm and 8pm, and Sunday at 11am (special children's performance) and 7pm. Regular shows recommended for 10 and older.

The Art of Circus, Cirque-tacular's newest full length production, derives inspiration from visual art masterpieces that feature dance and circus, as well as world renowned painters, and the time periods and stories that birthed the world's most iconic images. Featuring thrilling acrobatics, world record holders, elite gymnasts, international recognized circus performers, an original score by 4 time ASCAP award winner, Jesse Elder (Postmodern Jukebox), live musicians, and contemporary musical arrangements corresponding to the major movements in art over the last 500 years, audiences will discover an acrobatic fantasy world that is at once familiar, unexpected, and timeless.

On September 11, 2016 at 11am, a Special Children's Performance runs 70 minutes with no intermission; perfect for younger art lovers!

Cirque-tacular Entertainment is a premiere New York City based acrobatic and specialty entertainment company. Through thousands of performances in the last ten years, their work has been enjoyed in over 70 countries, by millions live, in conjunction with the most recognized brands, venues, and arts organizations of our age.

The 14th Street Y is a thriving and dynamic community center located in the heart of the East Village. Our members have access to over 50 fitness classes per week, lap and family swim times, childcare, pick-up games in our basketball gymnasium and a fitness center filled with a full range of cardio and weight equipment. Membership at the Y also gives you access to arts and culture programming, https://14streety.secure.force.com/ticketas well as early registration and discounts on all Y classes and programs like camps, preschool, and Two by Two.