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Circus Star Bello Nock Opens CIRCUS EXTREME VARIETY SHOW In Wisconsin Dells


As seen on 'America's Got Talent,' as the star of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus for many years, and holder of 16 Guinness World Records, Bello Nock is a beloved comic daredevil known not only for his distinctive hairdo, but for his outrageous death-defying stunts that have won over audiences around the world.

Circus Sarasota 2022 To Showcase Amazing Talent, February 11-March 6


Sarasota's hometown circus, Circus Sarasota, is ready to bring chills, thrills and laughs aplenty to audiences of all ages from February 11 through March 6. Featuring new and innovative acts, Circus Sarasota 2022 will offer high-flying action, heart-stopping thrills, laugh-out-loud comedic antics, and acts that defy both expectations and the boundaries of physical limitations.

A&E Network Orders Live Daredevil Series, THE IMPOSSIBLE LIVE


A&E Network has partnered with Essential Media Group, part of the KEW Media Group, to produce the most ambitious live stunt series ever attempted, 'The Impossible Live' (working title). In addition to this ten-hour series order, A&E and Essential have also been partnering with world-renowned daredevil Bello Nock and his company Opportunity Nocks, Inc. to create 'Volcano Walk Live' (working title), a live special showcasing the longest, most complicated and dangerous stunt ever attempted - a world record high-wire walk over an active volcano. The announcement was made today by Elaine Frontain Bryant, Executive Vice President and Head of Programming for A&E.

Buyer Could Save Bankrupt Big Apple Circus; Show to Return for the Holidays?


The Big Apple Circus could be back for the holidays in New York City, following a successful auction.

BELLO MANIA to Return to New Vic, 4/15-5/1


?The world-renowned gravity-defying comic daredevil with the foot-high hair returns to The New Victory Theater in Bello Mania, now with even more derring-do! Bello Nock, named "America's Best Clown" by TIME magazine, will loom over the audience on a 44-foot sway pole in one of his many eye-popping stunts. This revamped incarnation of Bello's Drama Desk-nominated spectacular comes to the New Vic April 15 - May 1.

Howie Mandel to Host 100th of truTV's IMPRACTICAL JOKERS, 9/3


truTV's Impractical Jokers foursome - Joe, Sal, Q and Murr - today announced via social media that in celebration of their groundbreaking 100th episode, they will take on their most challenging dare yet: an epic high-wire walk five stories in the air above New York City during the show's first ever live punishment extravaganza.

New Victory Sets 20th Anniversary Season


Devoted to kids and families since 1995, The New Victory Theater embarks on its 20th Anniversary season as New York's premier destination for inventive, inspiring and international performing arts at affordable prices. Among its roster of 16 shows in the 2015-16 season, which begins October 2, 2015 and runs through May 22, 2016, The New Victory is thrilled to bring five American works of theater to New York's family audiences.

BELLO MANIA Returns to New Vic, 4/4-20


Bello Nock, the gravity-defying dude with the foot-high hair, returns to 42nd Street! 'America's Best Clown' (TIME Magazine) will tower above the audience on a 44-foot sway pole in just one of his many daredevil stunts during the new incarnation of his 2013 Drama Desk-nominated Bello Mania at The New Victory Theater in Times Square from April 4 - 20, 2014.

New Victory to Present U.S. Premieres of SALTBUSH & THE BALLAD OF PONDLIFE MCGURK in 2013-14 Season


The New Victory Theater, New York City's premier performing arts venue for kids and families, adds two shows to their 2013-14 season. Making U.S. premieres at The New Victory Theater, Saltbush, from Compagnia T.P.O. and Insite Arts, will run from May 30-June 8, 2014, and The Ballad of Pondlife McGurk, from Catherine Wheels Theater Company, will run from June 13-22, 2014. For both shows, audiences are seated on stage with the performers for a truly interactive theater experience.

The New Victory Theater Presents Bello Mania, 3/15-21


Bello Nock, the circus superstar Time Magazine calls "America's Best Clown," will amuse and amaze children of all ages as he performs his unique blend of comic daredevilry in a theatrical setting for his brand new show, Bello Mania. Adding a unique and personal touch to the big thrills and laughter audiences have come to expect from their favorite entertainer, Bello will be joined on stage by his daughter Annaleise and supported back stage by his wife, Jennifer, and daughter Amariah. The U.S. premiere of Bello Mania is a true family affair that will perform at The New Victory Theater, 209 West 42nd Street, from March 15-31, 2013.

9 US Premieres Plus URBAN Set for New Victory Theatre 2012-13 Season


The New Victory Theater will launch its 2012-13 season with the U.S. premiere of URBAN by Circolombia, an edgy, thrilling and inspiring circus featuring young Colombian performers who share their real-life stories through acrobatics, aerial work and tremendous feats of strength. URBAN, which was originally commissioned by Roundhouse London as part of CircusFest 2010, will run from October 12 through October 21.

Photo Coverage: Only Make Believe 2011


Hosts Brooke Shields and Brad Oscar welcomed celebrities, Broadway greats, philanthropy influencers and the New York elite to celebrate the 12th Annual Make Believe on Broadway, on November 14 at the Shubert Theatre. The evening showcased Broadway and Hollywood's brightest stars as they united in a benefit performance on behalf of Only Make Believe, a non-profit that brings the magic of theater to children in hospitals and care facilities.

Save on Tickets to 2011 MAKE BELIEVE ON BROADWAY, with Brook Shields & Brad Oscar, 11/14


Hosts Brooke Shields and Brad Oscar will welcome celebrities, Broadway greats, philanthropy influencers and the New York elite to celebrate the 12th Annual Make Believe on Broadway, on November 14 at the Shubert Theatre. The evening will showcase Broadway and Hollywood's brightest stars as they unite in a benefit performance on behalf of Only Make Believe, a non-profit that brings the magic of theater to children in hospitals and care facilities.

Save on Tickets to 2011 MAKE BELIEVE ON BROADWAY, with Brooke Shields & Brad Oscar, 11/14


Hosts Brooke Shields and Brad Oscar will welcome celebrities, Broadway greats, philanthropy influencers and the New York elite to celebrate the 12th Annual Make Believe on Broadway, on November 14 at the Shubert Theatre. The evening will showcase Broadway and Hollywood's brightest stars as they unite in a benefit performance on behalf of Only Make Believe, a non-profit that brings the magic of theater to children in hospitals and care facilities.

The Bello Nock Circus: The Defying Gravity Tour Comes To Lowell 10/29


Mill City Management and Mills Entertainment are pleased to present the World Premiere of The Bello Nock Circus: The Defying Gravity Tour at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium on October 29 at 2:00pm and 7:00pm, and October 30 at 1:00pm.

The Bello Nock Circus: The Defying Gravity Tour Comes To Lowell 10/29


Mill City Management and Mills Entertainment are pleased to present the World Premiere of The Bello Nock Circus: The Defying Gravity Tour at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium on October 29 at 2:00pm and 7:00pm, and October 30 at 1:00pm.

Big Apple Circus' BELLO IS BACK! Plays Boston City Hall Plaza, 4/3-5/16


Bello is Back! The Big Apple Circus is back in town with Bello Nock, named 'America's Best Clown' by Time magazine, and the world's most exciting circus artists under the Big Top!

Big Apple Circus Presents BELLO IS BACK! At City Hall Plaza 4/3-5/16


Bello is Back! The Big Apple Circus is back in town with Bello Nock, named 'America's Best Clown' by Time magazine, and the world's most exciting circus artists under the Big Top! In Bello is Back! the playfully elegant Bello, with his gravity-defying hair, trademark tuxedo, white gloves and spats, returns to the one-ring intimacy of the Big Apple Circus after an absence of nine seasons.

Big Apple Circus' BELLO IS BACK! Closes 3/27


Bello Is Back! The Big Apple Circus' production will play its final show on March 27.

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