The Vermont Circus Festival presented by the New England Center for Circus Arts brings people together to celebrate the joy of circus through workshops, performances, and community events. By sharing the magic of this art form, we strengthen community connections, inspire creativity, and bring cultural and economic vibrancy to the region. Sponsored in part by Vermont Humanities and the Ben & Jerry’s Foundation.
This festival takes place from November 2-November 9 in Brattleboro, VT.
For more information about this event, please visit: https://necenterforcircusarts.org/about/vermont-circus-festival/
Schedule for November 5:
5:30 PM: Circus Life Drawing with The Drawing Studio
Location: The Drawing Studio — 28 Williams Street, Brattleboro, VT
Experience the magic of circus artists in action by capturing their poses with your favorite drawing medium. Session will take place at The Drawing Studio. Circus models & figure drawers at all levels welcome. Please register for this event at https://www.drawingstudio.org/circus-festival.
6:00 PM: Book Discussion: Circles of Sawdust with Vermont Author and Illustrator
Location: Brooks Memorial Library — 224 Main Street, Brattleboro, VT
Read the autobiographical book by the founder of Vermont’s Circus Smirkus and then join us for a discussion with the author as well as illustrator Karen E. Gersch who also has a long career in the circus ring.
