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Up Up Up Circus entertained islanders of all ages

Published 1:30 am Monday, July 17, 2023

Staff photo \ Kelley Balcomb-Bartok
How this performer was able to dangle from their hair left the audience aghast.
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Staff photo \ Kelley Balcomb-Bartok

How this performer was able to dangle from their hair left the audience aghast.

Staff photo \ Kelley Balcomb-Bartok
How this performer was able to dangle from their hair left the audience aghast.
Staff photo \ Kelley Balcomb-Bartok
One of the many musical acts.
Staff photo \ Kelley Balcomb-Bartok
“Manny” showed off dance moves, gymnastics and aerial feats.
Staff photo \ Kelley Balcomb-Bartok
“Manny” showed off dance moves, gymnastics and aerial feats.
Staff photo  Kelley Balcomb-Bartok
"Manny" showed off dance moves, gymnastics and aerial feats.
Staff photo \ Kelley Balcomb-Bartok
A performer on a horse.
Staff photo \ Kelley Balcomb-Bartok
A midair plank by one of the performers.
Staff photo \ Kelley Balcomb-Bartok
Singing hot dogs and hotdog buns.
Staff photo \ Kelley Balcomb-Bartok
Endless hula hoops
Staff photo \ Kelley Balcomb-Bartok
Another musical act.
Staff photo \ Kelley Balcomb-Bartok
“Manny” emerges from a giant shell.

Islanders packed into the fairgrounds to watch the Up Up Up Circus. This was at least their second time to San Juan Island, and they gained a reputation for their amazing aerial acts.

They also entertained the crowd with music, humor and dazzling outfits.