An original Australian circus, voted one of the best 10 circuses in the world, Silvers excites people of all ages.
While one expects they just play to children, not always so, as their acts today are a combination of skill, precision and split-second timing with a flair for tempting danger.
Silvers have a well-deserved reputation for selecting only the best acts, while the world’s best performers are lining up to be able to perform with Silvers.
Their current season (beside the Burvale Hotel) at Nunawading and soon to be at Wallan, is one of performers hailing from all over the globe.
With comfortable seating and a cosy atmosphere, the two-hour plus performance has everything. Must have the popcorn or was it fairy floss? I did miss the traditional Ringmaster as we had a comedic host, Walison Muh of Australia’s Got Talent fame who kept us with fill-ins between the acts.
Opening with juggler Daniel from Brazil, who with unequalled dexterity kept numerous skittles and flame throwers in the air without fault. Just superb. Roller Skater acrobatics on a small platform, then high rope acrobatics showing their precision and timing to the audience’s delight.
While generally around the world animal participation is rare, but not so here with man’s best friend, who we try either successfully or not so, train at home to obey various commands.
The Wonder Dogs, some 10 were exceptional as they performed under the command of Mohammed. An absolutely knockout performance. Let me say there was total enthusiasm with all 10 performers.
There was much more, an invasion of large dinosaurs, a whirlwind of hoops, the wheel of Steel, and a climax with the Phoenix Riders on motor bikes in the metallic ball called the Globe of Destiny.
Silvers Circus is pure entertainment, a true survivor of the Circus in this age. So don’t miss when they are next in your area.
silverscircus.com.au

• Review by Graeme McCoubrie