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Acrobats Juggle New Trophies!

2004/04/01

The prestigious China Acrobatic Circus has secured another impressive feather in its cap by scooping the Golden Clown award at the 28th International Monte Carlo Circus Festival.

A series of eye-popping feats of acrobatic brilliance won over judges impressed by the 13-strong Chinese troupe's bowl-balancing, magic and dance skills.

The use of traditional red Chinese fans on stage added to the visual appeal of a stunning sequence of performances. The Golden Clown is the third top prize brought home by the China Acrobatic Circus from international contests in the past three years. In 2003, a rope walk performed by Zhang Fan won the French Republic President Award.

China Acrobatic Circus also won the Crystal Award at the French Macy International Circus Festival. Delighted circus director Sun Lili said: "More and more Chinese are now proud of our breathtaking acrobatics." Such spectacular performances can be enjoyed every evening at Universal Theatre.



 
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