A trip to the circus you say? Yes please! We were invited by Paulos Circus to review their ‘Creating Memories 2018’ Tour and really enjoyed the show!
Circus Time!
I think, at the grand old age of 28 that this was my very first visit to the circus! I really don’t have any memories of going to one before but in case I did, I apologise to my family if they did take me! Given I hadn’t been to the circus before but had heard many things about them over the years, I wasn’t too sure exactly what to expect. I was hoping for a big circus tent, lots of entertainment and some tense, mouth-dropping moments. Luckily, Paulos Circus provided me with all of these!
We arrived at Darts Farm in Topsham and parked easily – there’s a big field with tons of room. I was very excited to see it was a real big top circus tent and we collected our tickets easily. As it was a Thursday night it wasn’t too busy when we arrived and we were able to choose from plenty of seats. It certainly filled up as we got closer to the show time though, so I would recommend arriving early if you want seats close to the front.
There were popcorn, cider and fizzy drinks on offer and we couldn’t resist a bag of tasty popcorn to munch on whilst we watched the show. There’s no interval or breaks during the show so you have to buy these bits should you want them before the show starts – always good to know I think as when you go and see a show you don’t want to be caught out when you realise there’s no interval so you won’t be having an ice cream. This has definitely happened to me before – devastating!
Let the Show Begin!
The show started with some face paced stunts from Los Sanchez – a trio who take on the wheel of death and tease you, leading you to believe they are going to fall off! It was pretty impressive to watch them run around, jump and leap over the giant wheels; I couldn’t stop thinking “but what if they fell?!”
Next came something just as nerve-racking to watch – knife throwing! This was entertaining to watch but I’m glad I wasn’t the lady having to spin on a wheel whilst having knives thrown at me! James Bond eat your heart out for sure!
Laserman was up next which I think was both mine and Nathan’s favourite part of the show. The lights were super colourful and bright and timed perfectly to some foot tapping music. At one point I did think I might need to put my sunglasses on through as the lights were so bright! So if you have sensitive eyes like me maybe bear this in mind! It was quite hard to take pictures of the lasers and lights as they moved so quickly so do excuse some of the blurry pics!
Next, we met Mr N, a friendly, funny chappy who you meet several times during the show. He enjoyed getting a young lady up from the audience to bring her on stage –so if you’re not up for a bit of audience participation then pick your seat wisely! Mr N was pretty funny, got quite a few laughs, especially from the children who found his dancing very comedic!
As if that wasn’t enough there was juggling and an aerialist who performed a beautiful routine high up on a hoop. I wasn’t able to get any decent pictures of the hoop act but it really was quite a sight to see Ms Aurelie dangling, swishing and swopping through the air on an LED rainbow hoop!
All of the acts are introduced by the fab ring master who gets the audience going and has a funny sketch with Mr N which made us laugh. We enjoyed the Michael Jackson throwback too!
The show ends with a brilliant finale involving the return of Los Sanchez who balance themselves, a chair and a bicycle on a tightrope – no mean feat I don’t think! This was the perfect way to end the show and get the audience feeling nervously excited. It definitely added a real sense of drama and I could hear children gasping in terror/awe all around me.
Final Thoughts!
For £7 per person, I think Paulos Circus is a great show and fun for all the family. There’s entrainment to suit all ages and lots to keep children gripped and amused. The costumes and makeup were brilliant and the loud, pumping music really get the audience going too. The show lasts about an hour and 15 minutes and is fun and entertaining.
Don’t let your children be like me and get to 28 years old having never been to the childhood tradition of the circus! Take them to witness the magical spectacle that is Paulos Circus and I’m sure they won’t forget it!
Paulos Circus will be down in Newquay, Cornwall for the rest of summer until September 8th so be sure to go check it out! Check out their Facebook page for dates and further info!
*** Our tickets to see the show were provided to us by Paulos Circus free to charge in return for this blog review. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own***
Have you ever been to the circus? What’s your favourite circus act to watch? Let me know in the comments below!
Oh what fun! We love the circus although we have never been to a travelling circus like this. My children would definitely love it!
It was lots of fun and children were loving it!
I think I went when I was much younger. It looks like a really good show actually! I always genuinely panic people are going to fall too!!
It was a really good show, really varied and fun! I know right, I kept thinking oh gosh if one of them falls it will scare all these children for life!
Looks like a great day out. I’d like to see the laser show live. Your photos make it enticing.
The laser bit was the best bit I think! Aw thank you, it was hard to take them in the dark!
Wow, it looks like you had an amazing time. We visit every year and I have to say this years show was the best.
We did indeed, glad you enjoyed the show too! I wonder what next year will bring!
The circus is always fun. We had the circus over at our town some weeks ago.
Oh cool, was lots of fun indeed!
What a fun place. It looks like you had a great time. Such awesome photos…I definitely want to visit!
Aw thanks Holly! I didn’t think the pics were that good as it was dark and the lights were moving etc but thank you!
We used to go to the circus quite often as kids – when I was young there were elephants, lions, tigers…… I am glad they don;t seem to do that anymore. We took our kids to one last year and they really enjoyed all the acrobats. This one looks great.
Oh yeah, I have heard about old circus’ that did that, like you I’m glad they don’t use animals anymore. I really recommend this one!
Oh wow this looks like such a fun show to go and watch as a family! Circus’ have something for everyone, which is ideal 🙂
Totally agree – there was something for all I think. Both children and adults seemed to be enjoying it!
Wow, the Circus really has changed! I’ve not been in probably 25+ years, maybe I should check one out next time it comes to Leeds!
We have a little family tradition of going to the circus every Christmas. It looks like there is lots to do at this one. My Mums taking my eldest down to Cornwall during the holidays so I will definitely be suggesting this to them. x
I have been to a circus in years! This looks like a great show.
Defo check Paulos Circus out then! Well worth the £7 ticket!
Wow, these seem like some high quality acts for a traveling circus! I’ve only been once, for a field trip in 3rd grade.
Yeah I thought they were really good and well worth the ticket price!
This definitely looks like it would be a lot of fun. My kids would be talking about this for a very long time after seeing it.
There seemed to be a lot of children having a great time so I am sure lots of childhood memories were made! Hope your children and you get to visit one day!
I haven’t been to see one of these in years! It looks like such a fun time!!!
It sure was! A fun night out!
Oh how I love a good circus! My boys have never been, unfortunately, and it’s so hard to find a circus now! I do appreciate all the acts and how talented each performer is!
Awesome! Oh no, I hope you get to find one near you soon as sounds like your boys would enjoy it!
Wow this looks like so much fun! I wish we had something like this in Korea – thanks for sharing with us!
Do they not have circus shows in Korea? I don’t know if it’s just an English thing – I have no idea! I’ll have to look it up! Thanks for commenting!
I’ve been OBSESSED with the Greatest Showman and now I’m OBSESSED with this! Thank you for sharing!
Can you believe I haven’t seen the Greatest Showman yet!? I must be like the only person who hasn’t seen it! It is on my list to watch though!
This circus looks like a lot of fun for the whole family! The photos you captured are great and it sounds like a great place.
Thank you for your compliments on the pictures – they weren’t my best due to the nature of lights and acts so I appreciate you saying that! Fun for the whole family for sure, I think it suits all ages!
Amazing photos! I think even as a group of adults it would be fun!
Thank you, yes I totally agree, fun for all ages I reckon, and if you’re an adult you can drink the cider!
I’ve only watched circus once when I was still a kid and don’t remember it all anymore. I am sure my daughter would love to watch this circus show.
Aww that’s dad you have forgotten, our memories do that to us though don’t they! I hope you and your daughter get to catch a show!
I haven’t been to a circus in a while. Now I want to go! They are always so fun and colorful – if they treat the animals well, that is. So fun!
Aw I hope you get to visit! There were no animals in this show, which I am glad about, not sure I would have gone if there was as I’m not sure I agree with it!
Paulo’s Circus looks like a ton of fun. I’ve never been to a circus, but I think I would give this one a try.
Defo give it a go! Really recommend Paulos!
Watching a circus looks like a lot of fun and I am sure kids will also love to watch this and it will also a nice experience for them.
Yeah a fun family even which I think children will get a lot of entertainment from!
Wow!! I haven’t been to the circus in FOREVER, this looks like such fun! I want to go now 🙂
Go visit them in Newquay! You won’t be disappointed!
It’s been years since we last went to a circus! My son will definitely enjoy this show. 🙂
Hope you get to take your son to the circus soon!
Oh wow, how fun is that! It reminds me of one of my favorite movies, Big Fish!
Oh yeah! Awesome film 🙂
It looks super fun, I never had a chance to go to a circus show, Paolos Circus is a family entertainer indeed. I would love to go here with my whole family they will love it.
It’s such a good show and a really good price too, even with going with all the family. Enjoy if you get to visit!
I haven’t been to a circus in the longest time. I don’t know why there hasn’t been any near our place. It is always a fun time watching all those circus performers. The tight rope walkers always make me gasp!
Yes the tightrope walkers were so good! My heart was in my mouth wondering what would happen if they lost their balance! At one point he did it blindfolded too!!
I think it’s really important to create memories that the children will remember for the rest of their lives. Going to the circus is a brilliant idea! It’s entertaining, fun, and memorable!
Totally, I can’t believe I got to 28 and hadn’t been to a circus show before! Good memories now 🙂
Going to a circus is something that I really missed. It makes me feels about going back to my childhood.
I hope this made you think back to some childhood circus memories!
Wow that looks so magical! I have actually never been to the circus with my little one but it sounds like a good day out! I so want to go now!
Make sure you go, it’s a fun experience!
We’re heading to Cornwall in a couple of weeks so will add this to our list! We love the circus but I agree, when they do the death defying stunts, my heart is always in my mouth!
Ooooh yes make sure you do Emily! Enjoy!!
We love going to the circus! We were sad to hear that Barnum and Bailey are no longer having a circus, but we like going to some of the smaller ones that come to town.
Sounds like you are a fan of the circus! Hope you get to visit a local one soon!
Although I’m seventeen, i never gone to circus before. Maybe I live in countryside and in my village hasn’t many conditions. I wish that i can see a circus soon.
I hope you get to visit the cirrus and experience all its fun soon!
I love taking the kids to the circus, it is so much fun. Will see if they are coming anywhere near us
Check out their facebook page which is in the post – think that’s the best way to find out 🙂
I have never tried to watch a circus in my whole life. It looks like a lot of excitement and a lot of fun and I am sure my kids will love to watch it also.
I think it’s such fun! Enjoy!
I absolutely love circus as long as it does not involve animals being exploited there!
Totally agree with you! Not into animals being used. LUickly this one doesn’t use them, just lots of talented adults!
I’m pretty certain we’ve been to a circus before Rxahel. I can’t remember a specific occasion but sure we have to have been.
This sounds like a good one, we saw some circus acts perform in a park recently and all ages enjoyed it. I often get put off by the price but this one seems affordable.
I really can’t recall going to one but guess you’re more likely to remember it being older!! I think one is really affordable and a lot of good entertainment! If you lived closer, you could have come too!
Sounds like you enjoyed the show as much as we did 🙂
We sure did! Glad to hear you had a good time!