Daring Theatrical Exploration

Experience the magic of circus theatre.

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Upcoming Shows

Show is recommended for ages 5+

  • CirqueUS Presents: DREAMCYCLE

    March 30th:
    1:00pm & 4:30pm

    March 31st:
    3:00pm

    The sheep are counted and the acrobats are all tucked in– It’s time for DreamCycle! Join our award-winning troupe of circus artists as they lead you on an adventure through the dreamlike space between shadow and light. Become immersed in a strange, yet familiar place as our drowsy and dreamy cast of characters perform astounding feats that will make you say, “I must be dreaming!” Originally produced in 2017, DreamCycle is boldly reimagined for the 2024 Spring season. As our story unravels like the fabric of a dream, we come face to face with both fantasy and nightmare. We discover that though anything is possible in a dream, the waking world always awaits. Is it better, then, to wake? Or stay dreaming? Featuring aerialists, jugglers, acrobats, contortionists, hand balancers, clowns, and so much more from across the country, let your imagination run free with DreamCycle!

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Everyone should see something at the Actors Gymnasium at least once. If only to remember the fluttery feeling of joy in your heart that only circus can invoke.

— Emma Couling, Newcity Stage

 

Plan Your Visit

  • There is limited metered parking in the Noyes Cultural Center Parking lot. Please leave extra time for locating parking, as other events in the building can make parking more difficult. Parking in the lot (permit & metered spots) is free after 6PM. There is additional free parking on Ridge Street and and in the Civic Center Parking lot (approximately 2 blocks away). There is metered parking on Noyes Street.

    We recommend taking public transit, if possible – we are steps from the Noyes Street Purple Line stop of the CTA.

  • Yes! Click here to learn more if you’re planning to attend with a group of 10 or more.

  • Our space has six rows of seats. Rows A and AA (when available) are on the same level on the ground floor. Rows B-E on risers. Row E is bench style seating. Seats A 1 & 2, A 15 & 16 are our handicap accessible seats. All seats (A 1, 2, 15, 16) are able to be moved if necessary to accommodate wheelchair access.

  • Late seating for all productions will be at the discretion of the House Manager and will only be allowed at a time that is safe and appropriate for all audience members and performers. Please be advised that if you arrive late, you may be unable to sit in your ticketed seats or denied entry.

  • Photography and Video is prohibited unless with written permission. Please turn off phones before entering the venue.

  • All sales are final. In the event of a cancellation for which there is no rescheduled date, a refund for your may be issued at the option of the management.

Still have questions? We're here to help! Please feel free to email us at hello@actorsgymnasium.org.