ABCirque Brings the Circus to Brooklyn Children’s Museum

The circus is once again coming to town: The Muse Brooklyn’s ABCirque returns to the Brooklyn Children’s Museum this Saturday, October 14 for a day of interactive circus performances and hands-on workshops.

ABCirque is a contemporary circus company that specializes in immersing the audience into the narrative of each performance. These non-traditional circus shows keep the audience on their toes while breaking the fourth wall with a diverse, dynamic cast that provides top-notch entertainment for both independently produced shows and external booking.

Throughout the day, ABCirque will present main performances on the Museum’s rooftop. Attendees can swing on silks, try their hand at juggling, test their balance, take a spin on a gigantic wheel, and more on this expanded day of programs.

“The goal was to build a performance that was not simply about watching the magic unfold but to be part of the awe and wonder under the big top,” says ABCirque Director Angela Buccinni Butch. “We have very kinetic experiences watching the circus and it only seemed right that the kids get to experience it for themselves after witnessing the magic of it all ! We find the experience much longer lasting when they get to keep a piece of it all not only in their heart but physical memory as well.”

The Museum is open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on October 14, and main performances take place from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm. Tickets – which can be purchased at www.brooklynkids.org/programs/brooklyn-circus - are $15 for children and adults (children under 1 year old are free), and $14 for grandparents.

About The Muse Brooklyn

The Muse is, above all else, a creative and inclusive community. We are a home for professional artists from all over the world and local youth of every background celebrating circus in all its forms: circus as therapy, as fitness, as play and exploration, as building self confidence and trust, and especially as high-quality art and spectacular entertainment. Mutual respect, acceptance, and encouragement for all our performers, students, guests and staff are of paramount importance in all we do. We strive for a world where creativity can flourish in the community and circus industry with programming that is affordable, welcoming, and fun for all.

About Brooklyn Children’s Museum

Inspired by the energy and diversity of our borough, Brooklyn Children’s Museum creates experiences that ignite curiosity, celebrate identity and cultivate joyful learning. Founded in 1899 as the world’s first children’s museum, Brooklyn Children’s Museum (BCM) is New York City’s largest cultural institution designed especially for families. Proudly based in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, BCM serves 300,000 children and caregivers annually with exhibits and programs grounded in visual arts, music and performance, natural science, and world cultures. For more information, visit: www.brooklynkids.org.

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