Circus in Saratov has existed since the 19th century. At its source stood the brothers Nikitin. Today in the circus you can see interesting shows, often celebrities come to the city on tour with their programs.
Circus history
The circus in Saratov appeared in 1873. Then the owner of the wandering troupe Emanuel Beranek, having become elderly, invited famous artists in Russia - the Nikitin brothers to become his companions. They gave their consent and created their own unique program, which was carried throughout the province. Soon E. Baranek sold his circus to the brothers in full. Nikitins became the first Russian entrepreneurs. Soon, a wandering circus in Saratov turned into a stationary one. After the establishment of Soviet power, he became state.
In 1931, a new building was built for the circus, a hostel for artists and rooms for animals.
Here the clown “Pencil” Oleg Popov, trainers Mstislav and Walter Zapashny and many other artists began their creative activities.
In 1970, the Saratov circus was declared one of the best in the country.
The director of the troupe since 1999 is I. G. Kuzmin.
Representation
“Spanish Bullfight”, “Tropic Show”, “White Lions of Africa”, “Polar Bear Show” - such interesting programs were presented to the audience this season by the circus (Saratov). His poster from June 4 and throughout the summer season offers representations of a unique troupe that has arrived in the city. This is the "Royal Circus of Gia Eradze." This show has no analogues in the whole world. The program lasts almost three hours. During this time, more than a hundred artists and a large number of trained animals will enter the arena.
The show uses grandiose scenery - a gorgeous castle of huge sizes and a piano strewn with Swarovski crystals, which suddenly turns into a fountain. Two thousand luxurious costumes were sewn for the performance. Artists perform complex, simply unimaginable, tricks.
Gia Eradze's program in 2015 was officially declared the best and received the Show of the Year Award.
In Saratov, performances will be held all summer - every weekend.
The price of tickets is from 600 to 2000 rubles. Children under three years old are admitted free if a birth certificate is presented.
"Princess of the circus"
The circus in Saratov is the organizer of its own competition. It has been held annually since 1998. Circus artists from different cities take part in it.
This year, the competition entered the international level. Artists of various genres from Ethiopia, the USA, Australia, China, Colombia, Italy and other countries came to take part in it. The name of the contest is "Princess of the Circus".
In 2016, it was held from April 21 to April 24. It is attended by both experienced arena masters and debutants. The evaluation criteria for the artists are: the quality of the stunt, the complexity of the performance, the artist’s artistry and the originality of the performance. In 2016, the jury members were: Gia Eradze (deputy general director of the Russian State Circus), Nikolai Kobzov, Fabio Montico (president of the Chita di Latina festival) and Philip Agoge (casting director of the legendary du Soleil circus).
Buying tickets
Tickets for the circus (Saratov) can be purchased both at the box office and on the official website online. The layout of the hall, which is presented in this article, will help you choose the most convenient places.
The price of tickets varies from 600 to 2000 rubles, depending on the number and sector.
For children under three years of age - admission to performances is free. A separate seat in the auditorium is not provided to a small child. When entering the room, you must have a copy or original of the birth certificate with you, as proof that the age of the child falls into the free category.
Tickets can be purchased at the box office daily. Opening hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. On the site you can buy tickets at any time convenient for you.