Circus

The Dumtectives in Cirque Noir

From the internationally acclaimed Dummies Corp comes a killer circus comedy unlike you’ve ever seen.

Dates 18 - 21 Oct
Time 8:30pm (70 minutes)
Venue National Institute of Circus Arts - National Circus Centre

$32.00

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Three detectives stand in a row, one male with glasses askew, cigarette in his mouth and a hat on top of dark hair has a handmade grenade in his hand, the next a woman with blonde pin up style wig on, has a handgun/pistol pointing directly at the camera, the next a male with makeup on and long false eyelashes, bites his lip and holds a magnifying glass up to a rose bud near his shirt and in the other hand a whiskey flask. They all have beige trench coats on and detective style hats on.

Past Event

Circus

Presented by: Dummies Corp
Directed by: Jamie Bretman and Clare Bartholomew
Music by: Mal Webb

Set in a bygone era of cheap dames and dirty dicks, this noir mystery is one you chumps won’t want to miss! Featuring a smooth blend of “awe inspiring acrobatics” (The Age), shaken with “Charlie Chaplin-esque slapstick gold” (Timeout), a dash of burlesque and some high-flying aerial, this farcical cocktail makes for a delicious night out.

“10/10...for originality, execution and pure entertainment...it's just so darned clever” - Weekend Notes

“The Dumtectives in Cirque Noir is a...hilarious, always-spectacular romp featuring three of Australia’s greatest clowns in a show that makes a mockery of Chandler and a hero of Buster Keaton." - Theatre Travels

Jump in for the ride and head downtown, this is a slap in the face you won’t forget for a long time.

Featuring truly world class artists, Dummies Corp have honed their unique brand of circus comedy staging productions in thirteen countries and counting. From remote Australian towns to Arts Centre Melbourne and Sydney Festival, they have delighted audiences, won coveted awards and received rave reviews across the board.

★★★★★ - The AU Review
★★★★★ - Theatre People
★★★★ - Time Out

About Dummies Corp.

The wildly funny, uproarious spectacle is co-directed by multi-awarded Dummies Corp founder Jamie Bretman and seven-time Green Room nominee Clare Bartholomew. Dummies Corp have enjoyed worldwide success with sell out seasons at Edinburgh Fringe Festival’s Underbelly, as well as touring USA, Hong Kong, South Korea, China, Ireland and the UK with Trash Test Dummies, Splash Test Dummies and the all-female troupe Don’t Mess with the Dummies. The company has been awarded Best Children’s Presentation at Adelaide Fringe Festival 2015, 2016, 2019 and 2021, Best Circus Award for Perth Fringe World 2015, Best Kids Show Melbourne Fringe 2017 and Children’s Choice Award at Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2016.

dummiescorp.com

Duration: 70 minutes
Event Accessibility: Deaf or Hard of Hearing Rating: Partially Accessible, English no barrier
Age suitability: M
Event warnings: Contains Sustained Bright Lights, Haze Effects, Some Nudity, Mild Coarse Language, Sudden Loud Noises, Some Infrequent/Low Pressure Audience Interaction.
Content warnings: Staged Violence, Drug References, Alcohol Use, Simulated Blood, Smoking On Stage, Use Of Replica Weapons.

National Institute of Circus Arts - National Circus Centre
39-59 Green St, Prahran, VIC, 3181

Wheelchair Access

National Institute of Circus Arts - National Circus Centre is wheelchair accessible.

There are two parking spots along Green St that are designated to permit holders

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Full: $32.00
Hump Day Discount: $24.00
Extra Applause: $40.00
Blak Tix: $20.00
Concession: $28.00
Group 6+: $30.00

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"A creative triumph, blending slapstick comedy with daring acrobatics and a dash of raunchy adult humour." -The Au Review ★★★★★

"Charlie Chaplin-esque slapstick gold" -Time Out ★★★★

"an exceptional performance." or “A joy to experience” -Theatre People ★★★★★

Sessions: In Person Events

A single $5.50 transaction fee applies to your booking.

Date	Time	Venue
Wednesday, 18 October 2023 Hump Day	8:30pm	National Institute of Circus Arts - National Circus Centre Hump Day	Past Event
Thursday, 19 October 2023	8:30pm	National Institute of Circus Arts - National Circus Centre	Past Event
Friday, 20 October 2023	8:30pm	National Institute of Circus Arts - National Circus Centre	Past Event
Saturday, 21 October 2023	8:30pm	National Institute of Circus Arts - National Circus Centre	Past Event