Friday morning the gleaming red semi-trucks rolled into the Hazel Park Raceway with the circus performers, animals, and props for this year's Detroit Shrine Circus. The Big Top and other circus tents are expected to go up today, with the fine details of the site finalized over the coming days.
It's been a year in coming, but they're close to show time. The Shrine circus will run from March 30 to April 1, then again April 6-8, with one day at Port Huron's McMorran Place, April 3.
The 2012 Circus features an all-new show, including one of the nation's few tiger acts, Arabian horses, and an irresistible elephant revue, as well as thrilling international acts and the favorite Shrine clowns.
"The Shrine Circus is Detroit's hometown circus -- a wholesome, affordable family experience," explained William Petrocy, Circus Director. "The Shrine Circus offers local involvement and local people... When you come to this Circus you'll see your neighbor there with his Shrine fez on working in the Circus."
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| My son riding an elephant at the Shrine Circus in 2009 |
- Magnificent Big Cats: The Terranova Wild Tiger Act
- Classical Clown Comedy Capers featuring Piolita, from Europe
- Bicycle Comedy Galore with the Antonino Troupe
- Elegant Equestrianism: The Zerbini Liberty Horses, trained and presented by Erika Zerbini
- Neecha: Acclaimed High Wire Artists
- Captivating Canines featuring the softer side of the Amazing Dobermans
- Freestyle Motor Show
The Circus will also feature the acclaimed Detroit Shrine Clown Unit and a children's petting zoo, where kids can get close to horses, camels, elephants and other animals they would otherwise only find in a zoo.
Seats start at $25. Show times are 10:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available by going to www.detroitshrinecircus.com or call 866-992-CIRCUS.
Established in Detroit in 1906, the Shrine Circus is found in many cities throughout North America. Proceeds benefit the operations of the Shriners.
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Enjoy!
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