Playbill

Grand Shanghai Circus featuring Changchun Acrobatic Troupe, have been entertaining audiences of all ages for over thirty years in the United States including two six-week Broadway engagements. Recognized as being among the best acrobatic shows that introduces young people to the magic of theatre, these acrobats were awarded Best Variety Show in Branson, MO, due to their continual demonstration of the highest caliber of professional, trained athletes, jugglers and contortionists. Their acts often trace their origins to traditional harvest festivals down through the centuries. It is no wonder The New York Times reported, “Shanghai Circus featuring Changchun Acrobatic Troupe is providing entertainment in abundance!” Each entertainer presents a range of demanding performances, most of them typifying the Chinese Circus and consisting of a refreshing alternative to the usual Western traditions. From the dangerous climbing chair stack high above the audience, about which the New York Times said, “these acrobats provide feats of circus art that reach breathtaking heights of skill.” And just when you think you have seen it all, the highly skilled hoop-diving acrobats take the stage with gravity defying feats of strength and balance. All these and more surprises complete a marvelous and totally exciting entertainment event for theatre going “youngsters” from nine to ninety-two…As CBS News once reported, “FANTASTIC!”

Company Producer: Mr. Ziqian Tan/Xiowen Tan Company

Director: Ms. Ying Xu

Tour Promoter: James Murtha

Technical Consultant: Mr. Brandon (Tex) Callahan

Tour Managing Consultant: Cindy Thomas

Technical Director: Will Weimar

CORPORATE SPONSOR:
Ridgewood Savings Bank

Staggg Wabnick Law Group LLP

Steinway & Sons

LEGISLATIVE SPONSOR:
Senator Toby Stavisky

COMMUNITY SPONSOR:
Genesis Printing

QPAC STAFF 

Mark Russell Amsterdam - Interim Executive Director

Vincent Ticali - Production Manager

Lisa Schiffman - Office Manager

John Funke - Technical Director

Ronaldo Carter - Audio Engineer

Bret Kerven - Stage Technician

Michael Lee - Stage Technician

Steinway Piano