When I was younger, I longed to run away and join the circus. Not only did I have a noticeably different life philosophy than my family (I thought I was the daughter of the milkman I was so different – but genetics kept me thinking otherwise), but my soul was made for the trapeze. My father lovingly called me “Changa”, or “Monkey”. I was climbing on everything. Little did I know that living in Austin would bring the circus right to my doorstep – in the form of Sky Candy Austin.
We were curious when we saw that they were running a production called “The Circus”. Little did I know I was about to head into their fifth theatrical production; This one written by Austin poet Danny Stack and directed by Sky Candy co-founder Winnie Hsia. The result? A highly polished acrobatic play following the “ups”, downs, and troublesome circus life circa the late 1800s. Accompanied by a live period piece band, an intermission of hooping, accordion playing, and sword swallowing and you have a new age, old-style circus ready to dazzle and delight.
My shutter wouldn’t stop. Great lighting, detailed costuming, and fab tricks lead to a wonderful set that I am incredibly honored to bring you.
Thank you Winne and Joanna for letting Shaun and I tag along to see your gorgeous production, “The Circus”.
Thanks for sharing! I’m taking a class there soon, so this was cool to see. I look forward to seeing a future production.
Wow! So many amazing photos and you’re right the colors, rich costumes, lighting… YUM!
These pics are beyond amazing! What a fun experience!!!!
That looks like an absolutely beautifully detailed show! The costumes are incredible! So evocative of that by-gone era of circus performers. You managed to get some really incredible shots too!
Great photos! Looks like a fantastic show
Very cool photos. I love the colors!
How fun!
We’re really excited about taking a class with them too! 😀
Gorgeous shots! Makes me want to see the show, too.
I think these photos are some of your best. You captured great moments with incredible clarity, and it looks like a really fun evening!
Looks like fun! I’ve never been a fan of the animal stuff in circuses, but trapeze and the acrobatic stuff is awesome. A play about it sounds really interesting too. I’m sure there’s some trick to the sword swallowing thing but it still freaks me out!
i’m slightly terrified but mostly intrigued…
Ooh this looks fabulous! I love the period costumes!!
Terrified? Why? I don’t think I would try it too high but worst case scenario is you fall like 2 feet to the floor.
I know, aren’t they beautiful!?
Great shots! It looks like it was a lot of fun to see some old-style circus performances! Thanks for sharing!