The word ¡Carpa! originates from the Spanish word ‘tent’ and refers to a removable canvas roofed structure used for a travelling theatre, much like a circus.
Established in 2000 by Nell and Toti Gifford, Giffords Circus is a village green circus that tours England throughout the summer.
The company will combine dance, comedy, horses and live music in their white tent surrounded by vintage-style burgundy showman’s wagons.
The circus is said to have a broad and dedicated following of farmers, children, artistes, sports people, models, actors, rock stars, and royalty.
Acclaimed writer and director Cal McCrystal, returns to the helm for the eleventh year following the success of last year’s ‘The Hooley’, along with veteran Giffords musical director James Keay and award winning set and costume designer takis.
The group have come together and aim to faithfully continue circus co-founder and producer Nell Gifford’s extraordinary vision.
Along with Tweedy the Clown, a host of international circus talent includes fellow clown personage Adriana Duch, juggler Gordon Marquez, vaulting and pas de deux act the Donnert Family, trapeze artiste Anna Rastova, aerial duo Isabella and Daniela Munoz Landestoy, The - knife throwing - Jasters and acrobats from the Havana Circus Company.
Audiences will also be able to enjoy live music from the Giffords Circus band.
Details about the performance schedule and tickets can be found online at https://giffordscircus.com/book-tickets/#booking
The Donnerts performing a Pas de Deux act - credit Andrew Rees
Anna Rastova the Trapeze Artist - credit Gem Hall
The Giffords Circus Tent - credit Andrew Rees
Cal McCrystal - credit Gem Hall