ST. LOUIS - TelAve -- Circus Harmony, St. Louis' only social circus school, is recognized worldwide as a leader in circus arts education and youth development. This unique St. Louis based non-profit organization uses circus arts to promote social change. Their programming inspires individuals and connects communities in the St. Louis region and around the globe. This year, Circus Harmony is marking their 25th anniversary as a nonprofit organization with a Silver Circus Soiree on Saturday, April 11th.

Circus Harmony has launched the careers of many professional circus artists who have toured and performed with companies including Cirque de Soleil, 7 Fingers, the Flying Wallendas, and more. One of these alums, Sidney 'Iking' Bateman, is returning to St. Louis as the featured performer at the Silver Circus Soiree. Sidney's powerful story began in North St. Louis City where he was doing flips around the neighborhood. After training at Circus Harmony, he went on to the National Circus School of Montreal and then toured the world with Cirque du Soleil and 7 Fingers. In 2020, he joined the WWE, where he did the same flips from the circus ring in the square of the wrestling ring. (More info/pictures of Sidney below)

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Jessica Hentoff, founder and Artistic/Executive Director of Circus Harmony, has taught people of all ages to defy gravity, defy labels, and defy the odds for over 50 years. In 2026 she was recognized by the World Circus Federation as an official Circus Ambassador for her lifetime of dedication to promoting and preserving circus arts. Jessica's remarkable vision hasn't just built a circus - it's built a community. At Circus Harmony, there is a shared sense of joy that extends from the participants, to the audience, and out into the world.

Reserve your tickets now to attend Circus Harmony's Silver Circus Soiree and celebrate the past generations of fabulous flying children who are now passing it on to the next generation and into the future. This sensational circus event will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 4:00 - 6:30 PM at Circus Harmony inside of the City Museum.

WHO: Circus Harmony
WHAT: Silver Circus Soiree

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WHEN:Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 4:00 - 6:30 PM
WHERE: City Museum 750 N. 16th Street, St. Louis, MO 63103

HOW: Get tickets at https://circusharmony.org/silver-circus-soiree-25th-anniversary-gala/

About Circus Harmony – Circus Harmony, St. Louis' only social circus, teaches the art of life through circus education. They work to build character and expand community for youth of all ages, cultures, abilities, and backgrounds. Through the teaching and performing of circus arts, they help people defy gravity, soar with confidence, and leap over social barriers, all at the same time. To learn more, visit www.circusharmony.org.