ACT OUT CLOSING: CircEAU Spring Circus Shows Today at 1pm & 4pm #circesteem #circus arts

 
CircEAU Atlantis 11am Sat 4-20-13 (Full set) by Bonnie Kenaz-Mara for ChiILMama.com

   
Final 2 shows are TODAY, Sunday 4/28 at 1pm & 4pm.   Don't miss this rockin' all ages, water themed circus arts show.   Last weekend's 3 Atlantis shows SOLD OUT.   This weekend the show is Bermuda Triangle and it showcases more of the advanced classes and the talented circus team.
 

"Wacky" water adventures infuse both CircEAU shows, Atlantis and Bermuda Triangle!

All ages will enjoy the flippin' fantastic acts!

Ever seen unicycle jump rope?! 
  

 
We've been part of the CircEsteem family for close to 3 years now and highly recommend their shows and their classes.  These guys are the real deal... a genuinely great non profit, talented teachers, and creative, motivated kids. 

   


Click here for more info about their fabulous circus arts SUMMER CAMP, BIRTHDAY PARTIES and the next session of classes starting up.  

 Giant fun with CircEAU Atlantis on 4-20!
 Highly recommended.
 

CircEsteem used to take 7 year olds through high schoolers, with some adult classes as well.   They have recently added circus tots classes for younger kids and they're a HUGE hit.  The first show last Saturday at 11am showcased the littles as penguins and seals and they were TOO cute.
 

CircEsteem is a welcoming, nurturing program for beginning through advanced circus arts.   Aerial arts are the next best thing to flying!

My kids have both taken classes in trapeze and silks and LOVE it. 

Mermaid Sage, Atlantis CircEAU

Sage has also taken Chinese Pole, Lyra (*see her in the middle above as an ariel mermaid!), and Spanish Web.

Here are all the team kids and those they're grooming as future team performers "pre-team prep" including my two.
 

  
Ahoy Maties... Adventures abound whether you're walking the tight rope or walking the plank!!
 

CircEsteems' great for building pyramids and friendships.

These kids can juggle too!

Don't miss The Trash Monster!   If you haven't caught CircEsteem's spring shows yet, GO ALREADY!   If you're overbooked or outta town, check back with ChiIL Mama like we vote in Chi, IL... early and often.   We'll have loads of video recaps from both weekends of the Circ Shows, and more fun stills comin' your way.   But nothing compares to being there.

Win 4 Tickets to CircEAU Spring Circus Extravaganza #giveaway #circusarts #sponsored

ChiIL out with ChiIL Mama and the talented kids at CircEsteem.   The spring show is their annual BIG circus extravaganza.   This one's great for all ages.   ChiIL Mama's own Du-Jay and Sagezilla are performing along with loads of talented tots through teens.   Highly recommended!

Click the Rafflecopter link below for your shot at winning 4 free tickets for your choice of shows ($64 value).   Enter through midnight 4/18.  (Disclaimer:   Thanks to CircEsteem for giving us tickets for the giveaway)

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Ahoy, Hearties! CircEAU will take you on an undersea adventure including shimmering mermaids on the flying trapeze and salty pirate clowns juggling. Performers for the show are ages 3-18 years old from beginner students through our advanced performing troupe.

Purchase two adult general admission tickets and receive 1 child’s ticket FREE!

General Admission (bleacher seating) is $16 for adults and $5 for children.
Reserved/VIP Seating (with back support and cushion) is $35.
Priority Entrance for those who purchase tickets in advance

Join us at our Benefit Reception. Enjoy pre-show cocktails and hor d’oeuvres, then VIP seating at CircEAU on Friday, April 26 for only $85.

Who Benefits from the Benefit…
As CircEsteem celebrates its 12^th year as Chicago’s largest youth circus, we’ve had the honor of working with thousands of kids from all around Chicago, in addition to many refugee youth who are new to the United States. CircEsteem’s mission of uniting youth from diverse racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds and helping them build self-esteem and mutual respect through the practice of circus arts is the guiding force behind this show.

CircEsteem’s CircEAU is directed by Orlene and Carlo Gentile, CircEsteem’s Artistic Directors. Together, Orlene & Carlo have been teaching and directing circus programs for the past fifteen years.

CircEsteem’s CircEAU promises to excite and delight audiences of all ages and is the perfect affordable outing for those seeking a fun springtime activity for families, schools, groups and friends. Proceeds benefit CircEsteem’s free afterschool tutoring program HomeWork & CircusWork.

WHEN:
Saturday April 20^th          11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Sunday April 21^th              2:00 p.m.
Friday April 26^th                7:30 p.m.
Sunday April 28^th              1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

HELP LOCALLY: Get Trashy TODAY & Wednesday

ChiIL Mama will be there...will YOU?!    We've been promoting the Trash Mash-Up for weeks on our FB and Twitter feeds  We are so pleased to welcome San Francisco based Trash Mash-Up to CircEsteem! Trash Mash-Up will host FREE workshops with CircEsteem in Chicago, IL on March 25 and 27, 2013.   Open to the public. These workshops are in preparation for CircEsteem's 12th Annual Spring Circus. Program Director, Suzanne Santos is a member of Trash Mash-Up Advisory Board. Trash Mash-Up is a collaborative community art project. Using disposable materials, collected before they enter the waste stream, participants will help construct original performing objects and costume elements inspired by traditions from around the world.  The founding members of Trash Mash-Up are Bridget and Jessica McCracken, a sister team who graduated from the Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre and San Francisco State University and will be onsite to lead the workshop. Please save the date: Monday, March 25th   1:00 - 4:00 PM and  6:00 - 7:30 PM Wednesday, March 27th   6:00 - 7:30 PM  Everyone is welcome! All workshops will be held at Alternatives at  4730 N. Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60640 Learn More about Trash Mash-Up!

Your Trash Needed! BRING IN YOUR RECYCLING and CREATE something NEW and FUN for our upcoming Spring Circus, CircEAU - High Seas Circus Adventure!!!! CircEsteem is collecting plastic bags and containers to create a gaggle of jellyfish for the Spring Circus! Please drop off any (clean) plastic containers on Saturday mornings between 8am and 1pm or contact us to arrange a drop off at a time convenient to you! Thank You!

About CircEsteem 

Since 2001, CircEsteem's mission has been to unite youth from diverse racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds and help them build self-esteem and mutual respect through the practice of circus arts.

To learn more about the programs of CircEsteem please visit our website!