Circus Abyssinia: Sensory-Friendly

Bibi and Bichu
from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

: December 16, 2022 at 11am
Recommended Grades: Grades 2 – 12
Price: Students: $2
Chaperones: $5
What Kind of Show?: Circus; celebratory and awe-inspiring
Running Time: 1 hour and 20 minutes with no intermission
Venue: The New Victory Theater 209 W 42nd Street
New York, NY 10036

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About the Show

Circus Abyssinia (Ethiopian Dreams, 2018) returns for the holidays, running circles around the competition in a high-spirited spectacle of speed, sport and skill! One for the history books, Tulu honors Ethiopian runner Derartu Tulu’s trailblazing 1992 gold medal win with a nonstop marathon of aerial acts and all the excitement of the Olympic Games. Juggling flags and flames to the sounds of ’70s funk and modern-day Ethio-pop, this tribute to teamwork showcases the incredible athleticism and artistry of Ethiopian circus and the pride that Tulu’s triumph inspired.

★ ★ ★ ★ Sensational entertainment

The Times, London

What to Expect

Modified lighting and sound
Judgment-free, inclusive environment
Calming corner and activity area
Specialists and support resources

This performance will also be interpreted in American Sign Language.

Prepare for Your Visit

Character and Story Guide

Prepare for your visit with our TULU Character and Story Guide.

Social Story

Prepare for your visit with our TULU Social Story.

The show on stage is just one act of your family’s visit! Come early and stay after for free pre- & post-show activities and kid-friendly amenities—part of the New Victory Experience.

About the Company

As teens, brothers Bibi Tesfamariam and Bichu Shimellis spotted a teacher juggling oranges on the school playground. The pair joined in the action and haven’t stopped since! Inspired by their own childhood dreams of joining a circus, the duo has sponsored Circus Wingate, a circus school in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, since 2010. There, they discovered the talented Konjowoch Troupe and formed Circus Abyssinia, the first Ethiopian circus made by and for Ethiopian artists.