Cirque Us
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Cirque Us performers.
Cirque Us performers.
The touring circus arts collective Cirque Us is back for one night only with their show “Cirque Us Stories.” It’s a program pulling together kid-friendly elements from the company's other circus creations into a “thrilling narrative about community and identity,” as described by the ensemble.
media release: Award-Winning Circus Troupe "Cirque Us" Brings High-Flying Literacy and Acrobatic Magic to Madison
Get ready for a storybook adventure where the pages don't just turn—they flip, twist, and fly. The critically acclaimed contemporary circus company Cirque Us is thrilled to bring its latest award-winning production, "Cirque Us Stories," to the Madison Circus Space on September 30, 2026.
Recipients of “Best Circus” at the International Philadelphia Fringe Festival and “Best Kids’ Show” by the What the Fringe Podcast, "Cirque Us Stories" bridges the gap between thrilling athleticism and heartfelt theater. The show flips, retells, and rewrites a touching, high-energy narrative about community, identity, and the power of a shared story.
Audiences can expect a nonstop, gravity-defying spectacle featuring world-class aerialists, jugglers, acrobats, contortionists, and clowns. It is a show literally ready to leap off the shelf and straight into the hearts of audiences of all ages.
"The perfect blend of sophistication and fun... non-stop action that keeps you guessing as to what is to come next." > — DailyUV.com
The star-studded 2026 ensemble features an elite roster of international talent. This year's performers bring world-class expertise to the stage, with resumes boasting celebrated global entertainment companies including Cirque du Soleil, Spiegelworld, Krystallpalast, AirOtic, SeaWorld, AIDA Cruises, Cirque Dreams, and more!
Founded in New England in 2016, Cirque Us has built a passionate following by creating sophisticated, family-friendly theatrical experiences that combine technical circus mastery with intimate storytelling.
Tickets, showtimes, and more information at www.TheCirqueUs.com
About Madison Circus Space
Madison Circus Space is a home for circus arts in Madison with a mission to engage people interested in circus and movement arts to learn, share, and grow as a community. Our vision is to be a center of circus activity in the Madison area, a home in which people realize their circus dreams, and a respected space with an inclusive approach and amazing resources. Since 2013, Madison Circus Space has cultivated a broad array of circus artists, producing homegrown performances and hosting guest artists from around the world for shows, classes, and workshops. MCS is a predominantly volunteer-driven community, where passionate individuals work tirelessly behind the scenes to produce shows, engage in outreach, and offer free clubs to the public. Madison Circus Space is the largest community of circus artists in Wisconsin, with 100+ members, 60+ hours of weekly programming, and 12 hours of free weekly clubs.
