The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts

National Circus of the People's Republic of China

Yum! Family Series Program

Direct from Beijing, The People’s Republic of China, The National Circus of China brings an evening of thrilling family entertainment to Louisville. This award-winning ensemble, a favorite at international festivals, delivers a colorful pageant honoring Chinese culture, including spellbinding acrobatics, theatrics, music and dance. Their new production, CIRQUE CHINOIS, includes unique circus acts, including awesome feats of juggling, trapeze work, and contortion. 

Participate in the excitement before the show even starts! Join us in the lobby at 5:30 p.m. to learn more about – and even participate in – the ancient art of the Chinese Fan Dance.  The hour before the show will feature colorful lobby performances of Chinese movement sponsored by The Crane House, including a demonstration by the Louisville Lion Dance Team! 

Kentucky Center Members, call the Membership Hotline at (502) 562-0144 for waived handling fees and priority seating. And don’t forget to ask about possible discounts on select shows.

Group pricing is available in select areas. Call (502) 562-0152 for details.  

Purchase your parking pass in advance by visiting PARC's website! 

Sponsored by Yum! Brands, Inc. The Kentucky Center proudly supports Yum! Brands Foundation and Dare to Care Food Bank in their ongoing efforts to end hunger in our hometown and around the world. Media support provided by WFPL. Additional support provided by Jefferson Community & Technical College and Crane House, The Asia Institute, Inc.