The circus will tour the Cotswolds and south England with Laguna Bay from April 17 to September 28. It will perform at Blenheim Palace near Woodstock from May 22 to June 2, and Stonor Park and Gardens near Henley from July 10 to 14. Since its inception, Giffords Circus has entertained more than one million people with its shows under its 600-seat big top tent.
The circus is known for challenging the traditional circus format while maintaining the charm and nostalgia of a vintage village green circus. Giffords Circus' performances feature a cast of acrobats, magicians, musicians, clowns, and entertainers. The circus has been featured in publications such as Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, and its tent and performers have been used in high-end fashion campaigns.
In 2022, Giffords Circus was invited to perform at the Royal Albert Hall for the Royal Variety Performance. The circus was also featured in the BBC’s adaptation of Enid Blyton’s Famous Five in 2024. Since 2012, Giffords Circus has been guided by award-winning director, writer, and performer, Cal McCrystal.
Mr McCrystal has an established career spanning theatre, opera, film, TV, and radio. He said: "For our 25th anniversary, we have invited a dazzling mix of new faces and old favourites that will surprise and delight our beloved audiences. "Set in the buoyant and sunny era of 1950s America, Laguna Bay is a spectacular blend of fun, excitement, and charm.
"To come to Giffords Circus is to immerse yourself in another world.
