Theatricks is a 501(c)(3), nonprofit circus arts program and school. Our goal is to promote life skills through the practice and performance of circus arts.
Personal Development
Theatricks embraces the philosophy that there is something for everyone, regardless of skill set.
Self-discipline
Students develop self-discipline and perseverance in facing daily challenges presented to them.
Teamwork
We create a culture of teamwork in which all students play an equally valuable role.
Self-expression
Circus training creates an outlet for managed risk taking, creativity and team building.
What is Theatricks?
Established in 1989, Theatricks is a performance and educational company that recognizes the values of art and culture as powerful agents in the education of all young people, producing knowledge, self-awareness and promoting the interchange of ideas and experiences.
How do we do that?
We specialize in the circus arts to teach social and personal skills. The demands inherent to circus training give rise to a personal transformation within the student. The seemingly impossible suddenly becomes possible as individuals develop self-discipline and perseverance, absolute requirements in facing the difficulties and daily challenges presented to them. Through their own efforts they navigate these tasks and in doing so discover they are capable and valuable beings. The results are confidence, self-expression, poise and a stronger body. Circus training also creates an outlet for managed risk taking, creativity and team building. The myriad of activities the circus offers allows accessibility for students to realize their own potential in accordance to their own abilities.
Why is Theatricks?
The recognition of these valuable attributes listed above, has led to an explosion of circus schools worldwide. Circus training facilities for youth and adults are seen in every country and continent and are integrated into every culture in the world.
Who is Theatricks?
Our staff is composed of established circus artists who have performed in shows such as Ringling Bros., Clyde Beatty Cole Bros., Big Apple Circus and Cirque du Soleil. They have appeared in venues such as Lincoln Center, Wolf Trap, The National Theater as well as international circuses & festivals from China to Europe.
The skills we offer include juggling, balancing, acrobatics, globe walking, wire walking, hat tossing, Chinese diabolo & devil sticks, and much more.