Advanced Circus Program: The 24th Children’s Circus of Middletown, Part of the Children’s Circus of Middletown

Ages 12–15 

DATES: Monday–Friday, July 2–Aug. 3
TIME: 9am–3pm
PLACE: Macdonough School
PERFORMANCE: Friday, Aug. 3 at 5pm
INSTRUCTOR: Joel Melendez
QUALIFICATIONS: A strong interest in actively developing circus and leadership skills,
a positive attitude and willingness to work hard. 
Interested students/parents should contact
Oddfellows Playhouse to register at 860-347-6143. 

The Advanced Circus Program (ACP) is a five-week, full day program of circus training designed for young people who have mastered the basic skills. Working under the direction of a professional circus performer and instructor, students will develop the physical and mental discipline required to excel creatively at advanced circus practice. Students will develop a core set of performance skills as a group, while also having the opportunity to strengthen individual skills in clowning, stilting, unicycling, acrobatics, mini-tramp, dance and juggling. Students will also develop leadership and mentoring skills while working with the children in our core circus program.