Hey circus lover,
What a fall we’ve had! From Gnomecoming to the our 7th annual Halloween show, Bellingham has been showing us that you can’t get enough of the circus! This year isn’t over yet and we’ve got one more new show coming atcha – read on to find out more!
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The Aerial Showcase returns!
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We’re thrilled to announce the long awaited return of our fan-favorite aerial extravaganza! Prepare to be dazzled by aerial silks, trapeze, corde lisse, hoop… and some unique surprises! BCG’s Aerial Showcase promises a spellbinding showcase of human potential.
SHOWTIMES:
Thursday, Dec 5th, 7pm (21+)
Includes opening night happy hour @ 6pm!
Friday, Dec 6th, 7pm (21+)
Includes performer meet & greet after the show!
Saturday, Dec 7th, 6pm (All Ages)
Saturday, Dec 7th, 9pm (21+)
Sunday, Dec 8th, 3pm (All Ages)
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The Aerial Showcase is the final major BCG show to resurface post-pandemic, and the skills of our PNW aerial community have been steadily growing while it’s been gone. A fully airbound display featuring a range of talents and experience levels, this show comes directly from the heart. Join us to marvel as these dedicated performers use strength, skill, and creativity to turn the air into their canvas!
Aerial Showcase Highlights
Opening Night Happy Hour 🍹 Come early on Thursday Dec 5th to pre-funk with us! Our pre-show happy hour (6-7pm) will feature signature cocktails and drink specials.
Friday Artist Meet & Greet 👋 Stay after the show on Friday Dec 6th to meet our incredible cast of aerialists and chat about their gravity-defying feats.
Low Income Tickets 🧡 New this year! Each show will include a limited number of discounted adult general admission tickets, with the goal of increasing accessibility to our community.
VIP Tables ⭐ As always, if you want the best seats in the house, you want a VIP table! Each VIP package includes seating for 4 at a front row cocktail table and dedicated table service from our bar.
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Vaudevillingham is this Friday!
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November blesses us with a FRIDAY NIGHT VAUDEVILLINGHAM! Our monthly tradition is a circus-focused, open-stage variety show that’s uncurated, unexpected, and unbelievable! You never know what you’ll see at a Vaudevillingham, so you’ll have to show up to find out!
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Your host:
THE BUNION SISTERS
Why have only one single human host when you can have a DYNAMIC DUO?! We can’t wait to see what Heidi and Sadye, AKA The Bunion Sisters, have in store for us. Longtime BCG friends and high-flying collaborators, this comedy duo is known for rocking a trapeze and bringing out the weird in us all. In answer to the question that everyone is dying to know: yes, their bunions are real.
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Featured Performer:
MARGARET MYHRE
BCG’s resident contortionist, Margaret is an up and coming circus performer with a passion for exploring movement and challenging the boundaries of what she is capable of. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and a Bachelor of science in Kinesiology from Western Washington University. Beyond contortion and hand-balance, she is also dedicated to training aerial straps and rope and may on occasion be seen performing in the air.
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Join us for Bellingham’s favorite variety show!
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⏰ Friday, November 15th
7pm (kid-friendly)
9pm (anything goes)
📍 The Cirque Lab
1401 6th St #102, Bellingham, WA
🎟️ Suggested $10-20 donation
Online or at the door
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LIGHTS UP! Stage Makeup Class
Join professional circus artist Nikki Laumb for a two-part Stage Makeup workshop at the Bellingham Circus Guild! You’ll get the inside scoop on how different makeup products work, why some foundations are built to last, how to choose the right tools, makeup history, and so much more!
Part 1 (Nov 30, 6-7:30pm):
Learn about ingredients, brands, and building your kit
Part 2 (Dec 14, 6-7:30pm):
Hands-on application techniques and design
Classes are $30 each or both for $50.
To register, contact Nikki at nlaumb@gmail.com
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Dorky Dance Fitness – Saturday mornings!
Dorky Dance Fitness is BACK! Taught by professional circus artist & silly extraordinaire, you’ll laugh, dance and sweat til you’re ripped through simple moves and hilarious exercises. Sure to get your blood pumping and your muscles grooving, this class is adaptable for all ages, sizes, shapes and abilities!
If you missed the first two sessions of Dorky Dance Fitness – never fear! You can still join for the remaining weekends of November. PLUS! Keep an eye out for another session coming soon.
Sliding scale pricing!
To register, visit dorkydancefitness.com.
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Save the date:
Cascade Juggling Fest returns May 9-11!
Our community juggling festival is coming back in 2025! Mark your calendar and get ready for another weekend of free workshops, an epic gala show featuring the best of the best in juggling talent, and a gathering of likeminded jugglers, hula hoopers, poi spinners, and more.
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Juggle Club every Monday
All handheld circus props welcome! Mondays from 7-10pm at the Cirque Lab (1401 6th St in Fairhaven). Donations to support keeping our lights on encouraged! Check out this instagram post for all of the details.
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Sign up to volunteer
We can always use more hands for events at the Cirque Lab, and 2025 is about to be a packed year of events! Helping with the door, setup for shows, hospitality, collecting media, organizing, building, and more… If you want to get involved, the first step is to fill out our Volunteer Form!
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We couldn’t do any of this without the support of our amazing community! We want to extend a big-top sized THANK YOU to the local businesses who sponsor us. Let’s show these businesses some love!
Aslan Brewing
Crave Catering
Dandelion Organics
Kelly’s Catering
OVN Pizza
Sleeping Giant Fish Co
Kombucha Town
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Thanks for supporting the arts! We love you!
– The Bellingham Circus Guild
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PS: Follow us for show announcements, circus inspiration, and more…
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