Prepare for a Dazzling Experience: ‘Circus Sarasota EPIC’ Set to Push Boundaries

SARASOTA, FL [January 20th, 2026] — Circus magic reaches new heights as the Circus Arts Conservatory announces “Circus Sarasota® EPIC,” a jaw-dropping assembly of some of the planet’s most extraordinary performers, including record-shattering daredevils and beloved “America’s Got Talent”  (AGT) stars, coming together for just 23 days. This annual one-of-a-kind production of circus artistry arrives Saturday, February 14, and runs through Sunday, March 8, 2026, under the iconic Big Top at Nathan Benderson Park.

“Circus Sarasota offers the authentic charm and artistic excellence of European circus traditions in an intimate setting where every seat provides an up-close view of EPIC talent that can be experienced in Sarasota and will not be seen anywhere else in the United States”, said Jennifer Mitchell, CEO & President of The Circus Arts Conservatory.

Ringmaster Joseph Dominic Bauer Jr. will lead audiences through performances that honor Sarasota’s rich circus heritage while introducing exciting new acts. Impressively, Circus Sarasota EPIC will feature performers collectively holding more than 18 world records, including:

• Guinness World Record holder and juggling sensation, Danyl Lysenko, will make his North American debut
• Aerialists Duo Disar whose breathtaking hair-hanging and mouth-hanging aerial spectacle has earned the highest accolades in the circus world
• Duo Sirca Marea – Le Cadre, finalists on this past season of AGT
• Circus comic Chris Allison, previously seen on the Disney Boardwalk and AGT
• The Olate Family Dogs, featuring rescue pups, are winners of AGT Season 7
• Florian Blümmel with his world-famous artistic bike act
• The Wheel of Steel featuring The Ponce Brothers
• Hand-balancing virtuoso and Guinness World Record holder Quincy Azzario
• Master of balance and Guinness World Record holder, Rubel Medini

Providing an EPIC experience suitable for all ages that combines breathtaking artistry with moments of laughter and wonder, this limited three-week engagement supports the not-for-profit Circus Arts Conservatory’s year-round community programs in Sarasota.

This family-friendly show is 50% off for the opening weekend, courtesy of ABC7. Tickets are available at CircusArts.org or by calling 941-355-9805.