A Night at the Circus

Join the circus for an evening! CCO Principal Clarinet John Kurokawa has curated a dazzling program inspired by the big-top fun of the circus! Enjoy works by Prokofiev, Haydn, and more and watch talented circus performers all while enjoying the unmatched atmosphere of the Newport Syndicate. VIP packages include premium drink tickets and a tour of the storied venue before the show!

John Kurokawa, clarinet and curator

Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes without intermission.

This concert is available in the Festival Subscription, Chamber Crawl Subscription, and Flex Pass options.
Single Tickets:
$45 for Adults
$30 for Young Professionals under 40
$12 for Students/Children
*$3 ticketing fee on single tickets

General Admission Seating; Subscribers and Flex Pass holders receive preferred seating.

One drink included in the price of admission!
Additional beverages available for purchase.

Join us for the VIP Experience at 5:45pm!

Includes a tour of the historic building, a meet-and greet with the musicians, hors d’oeuvres, and an extra drink ticket as well as general admission to the concert.
$100 or $55 to add-on to a subscription package

JULIUS FUČIK
“Entry of the Gladiators”

DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH
Jazz Waltz No. 2

FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN
Trio, Hob. IV: Es1

LOUIS CAHUZAC
Arlequin for solo clarinet

ERIK SATIE
Gymnopédie No. 1

ERIK SATIE
Gnossienne No. 1

ASTOR PIAZZOLA
Oblivion

ASTOR PIAZZOLA
Libertango

SERGEI PROKOFIEV
Quintet in G minor, Op. 39
Queen City Circus performers