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Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Yahoo
Break-ins could close our circus down, says owner
The director of a travelling circus which was subject to a double break-in says the burglary could spell the end of the business. Since arriving at Pelsall Common, near Walsall, last week, Circus Cortex has twice been targeted by thieves, who damaged the tent and stole three motorbikes worth between £15,000 and £20,000. Irina Archer said the business had already been struggling to draw its usual crowds this year. "This is our livelihood," she said. "Literally, this could be make or break." Circus Cortex, which has been touring the country for five seasons, began its visit to Pelsall on 1 May and had been due to perform until Sunday, before moving to Bakewell, Nottingham, Kingswinford and Leicester. Last week, thieves slashed the big top in three places, causing about £2,000 worth of damage, and broke into the box office, where they stole about £200. On Thursday night, three motorbikes which were part of the Globe of Death performance - which Ms Archer described as "a highlight of the show" - were taken, along with safety equipment like helmets. "It's obviously going to be a shorter performance, and not as exciting for the public unfortunately - but what can we do?" asked Ms Archer. "For us to perform, we need the bikes. "But I'm not in a position to fork another £20,000 out." The bikes - and their riders - had been specially imported from Brazil, Venezuela and Colombia. Ms Archer said the circus was already "on its knees" because the cost of living crisis meant people were staying away. She explained: "We were thinking we would have to shut down in a week or two if the business doesn't improve because it's the first time in five years we're actually struggling to tick over. "And then this [the thefts] are putting an extra strain on it. "We've got 25 employees here who are dependent on the performance and a lot of their families depend on them sending money home, because I still have quite a few Ukrainians here on the Ukraine scheme." Ms Archer has reported the thefts to West Midlands Police. The force has been contacted for comment. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram. Circus Cortex West Midlands Police
BBC News
09-05-2025
- BBC News
Pelsall circus owner says break-ins could end the business
The director of a travelling circus which was subject to a double break-in says the burglary could spell the end of the arriving at Pelsall Common, near Walsall, last week, Circus Cortex has twice been targeted by thieves, who damaged the tent and stole three motorbikes worth between £15,000 and £20, Archer said the business had already been struggling to draw its usual crowds this year."This is our livelihood," she said. "Literally, this could be make or break." Circus Cortex, which has been touring the country for five seasons, began its visit to Pelsall on 1 May and had been due to perform until Sunday, before moving to Bakewell, Nottingham, Kingswinford and week, thieves slashed the big top in three places, causing about £2,000 worth of damage, and broke into the box office, where they stole about £ Thursday night, three motorbikes which were part of the Globe of Death performance - which Ms Archer described as "a highlight of the show" - were taken, along with safety equipment like helmets."It's obviously going to be a shorter performance, and not as exciting for the public unfortunately - but what can we do?" asked Ms Archer. "For us to perform, we need the bikes."But I'm not in a position to fork another £20,000 out." The bikes - and their riders - had been specially imported from Brazil, Venezuela and Archer said the circus was already "on its knees" because the cost of living crisis meant people were staying explained: "We were thinking we would have to shut down in a week or two if the business doesn't improve because it's the first time in five years we're actually struggling to tick over."And then this [the thefts] are putting an extra strain on it."We've got 25 employees here who are dependent on the performance and a lot of their families depend on them sending money home, because I still have quite a few Ukrainians here on the Ukraine scheme."Ms Archer has reported the thefts to West Midlands force has been contacted for comment. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Daily Tribune
06-04-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Tribune
Circus Cortex to bring high-energy shows to F1 2025
Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), 'The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East', is bringing one of the world's top circus acts to Sakhir for the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025. The F1 spectacle is just over a week away, scheduled for 11 to 13 April as the fourth round of the 2025 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. To add to the top-class motor racing action, BIC has lined up an incredible off-track entertainment programme, with Circus Cortex being one of the leading attractions. Circus Cortex is an electrifying circus group that dazzles audiences with jaw-dropping performances. This year's event celebrates the 75th anniversary of both Formula 1 and Bahrain's national carrier and grand prix title sponsor Gulf Air. All grandstand tickets to the highly anticipated grand prix weekend have already completely sold out, including seats at the Main, Turn 1, Beyon, University, and Victory grandstands. Fans who have missed out on these seats can still get tickets to BIC's last remaining hospitality option, The Dome by F1 Experiences, but there is only very limited availability. The Dome by F1 Experiences features a dedicated grandstand located along the Main Straight with comfortable, seat-back style seating. Fans can enjoy exceptional views of the Podium and pit entry, and also see the cars as they navigate the final turn before accelerating down the track. The package also includes complimentary lunch dishes, lite bites, refreshments and live performances by DJs, roaming entertainers and more between track sessions. Also as part of the off-track attractions for the whole family is a series of live concerts on all three nights of F1 weekend. On the Friday night on 11 April, multi-platinum DJ and producer Fadil El Ghoul, better known as R3HAB, will be hitting the stage at BIC. International dance music superstar Peggy Gou will then be putting on a show on the Saturday night on 12 April. Then, on Sunday night on 13 April, Grammy-nominated artist, DJ, and producer Axwell will be bringing the curtain down on the grand prix weekend with a spectacular post-race celebration off the track. All those with tickets to F1 weekend will be able to enjoy the concert series at no extra cost. Also, the fan-favourite Ferris Wheel is back, a Kids Race Festival featuring popular characters such as Ben10, the PowerPuff Girls, Sonic the Hedgehog, Popeye, and more will be on hand, as well as spectacular other shows. A special charity auction has been launched by BIC in the lead-up to F1 weekend, aiming to raise money for the Royal Humanitarian Foundation. With the generosity of many of the F1 teams, BIC has gathered an incredible selection of unique items of F1 memorabilia along with some amazing donations from Gulf Air. The auction is now live and will continue until race day on 13 April. It can be accessed on the under the 'BIC Memorabilia' category. Furthermore, fans can now enjoy all that is on offer at the Beyon Money BIC Fan Village, open daily at Block 338 in Adliya until 9 April. The village is free of charge, and it is a celebration of motorsport as it brings the spirit of the F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix to the public, in the heart of Bahrain's capital. The entertainment includes daily live performances from a mix of bands and DJs, motorsport activations such as racing simulators and a giant Scalextric, an F1 show car, reaction games, Beyon Money activations, a photo booth, a craft village, roaming family entertainment, street artists, various kids' attractions, and so much more. The experience is open every day from 1pm to 12am on weekends and from 6pm to 12am on all other days.
Daily Tribune
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain GP: 10-day countdown begins
Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), 'The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East', begins its final 10-day countdown to the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025. The F1 spectacle is scheduled for 11 to 13 April in Sakhir, and it will be yet another record-breaking event that will thrill fans all over the world. This year's race weekend features the slogan 'The Desert Never Sleeps'. It will mark the fourth round of the 2025 FIA F1 World Championship, and it will be celebrating the 75th anniversary of both F1 and Bahrain's national carrier and grand prix title sponsor Gulf Air. During the grand prix weekend, F1 will be supported by two of its chief feeder series: the FIA Formula 2 Championship and the FIA Formula 3 Championship. Also set to hit the track will be the Bahrain-based Porsche Carrera Cup Middle East (PCCME), which has become a staple at Bahrain's F1 weekend and a favourite amongst fans. F2 and F3 have both just completed in-season testing the past week at BIC and will be back on the tarmac for the second rounds of their respective 2025 seasons. The PCCME, on the other hand, will be staging its fifth and penultimate meeting of the 2024/2025 campaign. Aside from the top-class racing action, the off-track family entertainment will be second to none and it will be headlined by three spectacular concerts. On the Friday of F1 weekend on 11 April, multi-platinum DJ and producer Fadil El Ghoul, better known as R3HAB, will be hitting the stage at BIC, while international dance music superstar Peggy Gou will be putting on a show on the Saturday night on 12 April. Then, on 13 April, Grammy-nominated artist, DJ, and producer Axwell will be bringing the curtain down on the grand prix weekend with a spectacular post-race celebration off the track. All those with tickets to the grand prix will be able to enjoy the concert series at no extra cost. Also, globally renowned act Circus Cortex is coming to BIC, the fan-favourite Ferris Wheel is back, a Kids Race Festival featuring popular characters such as Ben10, the PowerPuff Girls, Sonic the Hedgehog, Popeye, and more will be on hand, as well as spectacular other shows. A special charity auction has been launched by BIC in the lead-up to F1 weekend, aiming to raise money for the Royal Humanitarian Foundation. With the generosity of many of the F1 teams, BIC has gathered an incredible selection of unique items of F1 memorabilia along with some amazing donations from Gulf Air. The auction is now live and fans have the opportunity to place an online bid for a number of unique items, including motorsport and darts memorabilia signed by some of the sport's biggest stars. The auction can be accessed on mazad. app under the 'BIC Memorabilia' category until 13 April. Furthermore, BIC and Beyon Money, with the support of Bapco Energies, are bringing back the hugely popular Beyon Money BIC Fan Village in the lead-up to the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025. Set to open on Monday, 31 March, the village is to be located at Block 338 in Adliya. It will be open to the public free of charge all the way until 9 April, right before the F1 race weekend, which takes place from 11 to 13 April. Now in its fourth year, the experience will be a perfect venue to treat family and friends during the upcoming Eid Al Fitr holidays, all the way through to the race weekend. The Beyon Money BIC Fan Village is a celebration of motorsport, and it aims to bring the spirit of the Kingdom's F1 spectacle closer to the public in the heart of Bahrain's capital. The experience will be open daily from 1pm to 12am on 31 March and 1 April and on weekends, and from 6pm to 12am on all other days.
