A New York variety arts troupe that performs old-school circus and vaudeville acts like juggling, clowning and sideshow stunts, including all-ages family matinees around the city. Its Bindlestiff Kids program trains and showcases young variety performers.
Touring shows around the boroughs; see calendar
Ticketed shows; youth program fees vary
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Ages 4–17.
Ticketed shows; youth program fees vary
Touring shows around the boroughs; see calendar
, 10009, in the East Village, Manhattan.
Tickets are handled by Bindlestiff Family Cirkus: bindlestiff.org.
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