Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Big Apple Circus, we are excited to announce the 2017/2018 Holiday Season at Lincoln Center, promising a night of thrills and laughs—and a lifetime of memories!
For this year’s celebration, Big Apple Circus is proud to present 10-time World Record Holder, Nik Wallenda. Hailed as “The King of The High Wire” and the “Greatest Daredevil of Our Generation,” Nik and the Fabulous Wallendas promise to amaze audiences with feats of daring never before seen under the Big Apple Circus Big top.
So, step right up! The Big Apple Circus is ready to astonish generations of guests with the world’s most celebrated acts in the most intimate setting—no seat is more than fifty feet from the ring!

The Big Apple Circus has been thrilling audiences for four decades and this, their 40th anniversary season, is no exception. Under the grand but intimate big top at Lincoln Center, magic unfolds in the form of world-class performers, laughs are had by kids and adults alike, and the art of the circus proves its staying power. Directed by Mark Lonergan, The Big Apple Circus is a circus for the new generation, one with a social conscience, a strict no-wild-animals policy, and endlessly enthralling acts. Ringmaster Tyron McFarlan joyfully heralds in each performer as clowns Joel Jeske and Grandma (Barry Lubin) continuously entertain and keep the audience in stitches. First up is Jan Damm with his unique Rola Bola balancing act with boards and pails. Just when you think he can’t possibly balance on anything else, his assistant adds another. Next is the amazing contortionist Elayne Kramer, who finishes her act by popping a balloon with a bow and arrow she operates with her feet, all while holding herself up by her arms as her body curves over itself. Animal trainer Jenny Vidbel performs a fun horse and pony show with sixteen gorgeous beasts, as well as some really cute dogs who liven up …Read more