Cirque Mechanics: Tilt! A Circus Thrill Ride

This performance was made possible by a grant from the Charlevoix County Community Foundation Arts & Culture Fund, the Bonnie Staffel Fund for Arts & Culture, and the Wisser Saworski Endowment for the Arts. 

Step right up to the dazzling world of Tilt! A Circus Thrill Ride! 

Journey back to the 1980s and experience a high-flying homage to America’s iconic amusement parks. Bursting with acrobatics, aerial feats, juggling, and a dose of nostalgic charm, this theatrical circus adventure brings the sights, sounds, and spirit of the era to life.  At the heart of the spectacle is a marvel of man-powered engineering: a giant Ferris Wheel, surrounded by incredible mechanical creations that reimagine classic rides and games of the time.  The story follows a weary amusement park worker, worn down by the grind and long disconnected from the joy around him. When he confiscates a guest’s boom box, a playful chase erupts—an exhilarating whirlwind of stunts, surprises, and laughter. By the end, the pursuit transforms into a touching moment of connection, proving that even in the unlikeliest of places, shared joy can bring us together.