Stages

GOP: Circus

Circus and variety theater—two artistic worlds with much in common—come together in the new show at the Georgspalast, running through June 21.

Hula hoop artist Olha Rezekina.

For 250 years, grand gestures, glitter, top physical performance, tricky magic and clowning in all its forms have enchanted audiences all over the world in the circus ring. With the show "Circus", the GOP bows deeply to the tradition and poetry of the great circus world.

Which artists are performing in the circus show at GOP in Hannover?

Vertical scarf artist Katerina Gurina

  • Eduadissimo (Clown)
    Edouard Neumann was born in Russia and was already performing on stage as a clown with his father at the age of five. During his school years, he pursued his passion for the stage at the MiM pantomime theater. He graduated from the State Circus School in Kiev. There he founded the clown troupe “Mimikritschi” and later, in Germany, the KGB Clowns. Here, KGB stands for the art of gesture and movement, which he has mastered since his youth. To the delight of variety and comedy fans worldwide, he has been performing as a KGB Clown for years on stages across Europe, Japan, Australia, and Canada.
  • Tetiana Bitkine & Oleksii Bitkine (Chinese Pole Duo)
    This duo is known for their exceptional body control, perfection, and daring. The pair makes complex and dynamic moves look effortless and natural. This unique performance combines spectacular tricks and acrobatics at the highest technical level.
  • Andrii Nikolaienko & Mykyta Postnikov(Duo Handstand)
    Words like strength, elegance, grace, body control, and perfection characterize the fine art of equilibristics, which Ukrainian artist Andrii Nikolaienko masters with such impressive artistry. For the first time, he will perform in a duo with Nikita Postnikov. What they present together is both astonishing and moving! In their performance, the two form a symbiosis of the highest order, united by handstand perfection. The audience will witness how impressive precision merges with enormous strength and outstanding technique in perfectly synchronized harmony.
  • Olha Rezekina (Hula Hoop)
    Seeing Olha Rezekina perform on stage often elicits a loud "Wow!" Her skillful handling of the hula hoops captivates the audience at every show. Her impressive acrobatic skills with the hoops demonstrate remarkable body control and an endless passion for this art form.
  • Hanna Levchenko (Dance, Character)
    Hanna Levchenko creates art by transforming every dance step into a small work of art in an unforgettable way, and enriches the show with her unique character.
  • Tetiana Nikolaienko (Dance, Character)
    The energetic Tetiana Nikolaienko captivates audiences with her dedication. Whether in ensemble scenes or solo performances, this dancer is incredibly versatile and full of surprises.
  • Kateryna Gurina (Vertical Silks)
    Kateryna trained at the renowned Kiev Circus College and can’t imagine anything better in life than being a circus performer. She performs incredible tricks on the silks, which give her act a unique edge.
  • Kseniia Shytova (Balancing Acts)
    Kseniia Shytova captivates the audience from the very first second: her balancing acts are one of the traditional circus disciplines and require years of training to master. She makes what is actually extremely difficult look effortless, and her charisma makes her shine and captivates her audience.
  • Valeriia Holub (Trapeze)
    Valeriia Holub demonstrates on the trapeze how daring, aesthetics, strength, and grace come together to create a stunning performance. Her act combines technical precision with expressive choreography—powerful and beautiful at the same time!
  • Anton Shcherbyna (Diabolo Juggling)
    All the artists who have earned a place in the ensemble at the “Bingo” Circus Theater are unbeatable in their skill—and innovative to boot. In this show, Anton captivates the audience with a diabolo act that is virtuosic, technically brilliant, and entertaining all at once.
  • Oleksii Khrystolyubov & Liliia Mala (Roller Skating Acrobatics)
    This duo performs at lightning speed. Wild and full of breakneck energy, they pull off tricks and stunts on their roller skates, sometimes even losing their footing—it’s truly breathtaking.
  • Yuliana Kaban (Unicycle)
    With elegance, balance, and her captivating stage presence, Yuliana Kaban combines precision and playful lightness in her performance. She enchants her audience with her charming charisma and technical finesse on the unicycle.

Dates

June 5, 2026, through June 14, 2026, starting at 7:30 p.m.
on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays

June 5, 2026, through June 14, 2026, starting at 5:30 p.m.
on Fridays and Saturdays

June 5, 2026, through June 14, 2026, starting at 9:00 p.m.
on Fridays and Saturdays

June 7, 2026, through June 14, 2026, starting at 2:00 p.m.
on Sundays

June 7, 2026, through June 14, 2026, starting at 6:00 p.m.
on Sundays

17.06.2026 from 7:30 pm

18.06.2026 from 20:00 hrs

19.06.2026 to 20.06.2026 from 5:30 pm

19.06.2026 to 20.06.2026 from 21:00 h

21.06.2026 from 14:00 hrs

21.06.2026 from 18:00 hrs

Location

GOP Varieté-Theater
Georgstraße 36
30159 Hannover

Sun, Tue-Thu

35/49/54/59 €

Fri/Sat

35/54/59/64 €

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