Circus Day / Big Top Show
Big Top Show
Groups rehearse and perform a short circus act, from juggling and balancing to clowning, for the whole room.
How to run it
- Introduce circus acts such as balancing, clowning and juggling.
- Form small groups and choose an act.
- Rehearse with props and music.
- Perform the show with a ringmaster introducing each act.
You will need
- circus props
- music
- ringmaster hat
Make it easier or harderYounger children perform simple tricks; older children script and run the whole show.
SafetyKeep acts at ground level and leave space between performers.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 1, Outcome 5Performing for others builds confidence and expression.
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