Barwon Heads will be playing host to Wonderland Spiegeltent’s “Summer by the Sea” over these upcoming holidays where you can enjoy the sun, music and edge-of-the-seat circus acts, cabaret, music and acrobatics.
Experience the beautiful 1930s nostalgic and antique travelling European circus tent, creating an exciting pop up entertainment and attraction.
With a savvy bar, special guest food trucks, sparkling lights full of glittering shows for all ages, it truly is a fantastic night out for family and friends over the festive season.
The program will host headliner musician Ross Wilson From Daddy Cool to Mondo Rock. As a solo artist, with no less than 26 ARIA Top 40 hits to his credit as a singer, songwriter and producer, Ross Wilson is one of Australia’s most awarded, respected and well-known artists!
The music doesn’t stop there though. Attendees can relax and chill out with BLUES MUSIC BY THE SEA on January 7 featuring DREAM BOOGIE and a line-up of blues artists to keep your toes tappin’ and have some belly laughs with stand-up comedian AKMAL SALEH on 21 January.
And for opera without the boring bits, Barwon Head Arts Council will be presenting Emotionworks Cut Opera DON GIOVANNI – LET’S ROCK & ROLL and CARMEN (January 20 and 27).
On Australia Day weekend, award-winning circus troupe SPLASH TEST DUMMIES dive into a brand new hour of acquatic hilarity as they Splish & Splash their way through breathtaking stunts, jaw-dropping juggling and side-slitting slapstick comedy for kids of all ages. Rub a Dub Dub!
Circus Cabaret Burlesque shows will have a line up of evening cabaret shows including Rouge is a decadent blend of sensational acrobatics, operatic cabaret and tongue in cheek burlesque.
There will also be a thrilling physical circus and sideshow extravaganza with Papillion. With high-flying arcobats, death-defying balancing acts, saucy humour and cheeky performers, this is a show for the grown-ups guaranteed to keep audiences wanting more!
But wait, there’s more! For the whole family, the spectacle and sparkle of CIRCUS WONDERLAND set against a vintage circus backdrop will keep everyone on the edge of their seats. Be astounded and amazed as the Strongman, the Contortionist, the Gypsy, the Magician and a mesmerizing cast of acrobats deliver a thrilling and highlarious circus spectacular.
Take it down a notch and chill out every Monday and Tuesday evening from 7pm with a series of family friendly flicks presented by the Barwon Film Society. Drinks, popcorn and snacks are available for purchase.
Plus no summer is complete without a turn on the FERRIS WHEEL on location 3-12 January.
When and Where: 26 Dec-28 Jan at Ewing Blyth Drive @ Lahey Square Park, Barwon Heads
To book, head to [email protected] or phone 9602 1311
More info can be found at wonderlandspiegeltent.com.au