With an intimate décor of red velvet and shimmering mirrors, brass, crystal chandeliers, gilding and fabulous balconies that look more like a Parisian opera house than a big top, Bormann-Moreno Circus is a unique setting in a traditional circus tent that will blow your mind even before the show begins. And at the moment, it even has welcomed candlelight concerts !
Located in the 15th arrondissement of Paris, close to the Parc André Citroën and the Seine, you can easily end your afternoon by a short stroll along the river, or go have a drink terrace.
Anecdotes and curiosities about Cirque Bormann-Moreno
1. A travelling circus
Cirque Diana Moreno Bormann’s journey began over 70 years ago in south-west France, then moved on to Africa, then Corsica. But in the end, the circus family ended up in Paris, where it has remained since 1982. Perpetuating the family tradition and introducing young artists to keep the true values of the circus alive, he continues to keep a dream alive by passing on their passion to future generations.
2. A family business
Here, the whole family is involved, from the clown grandfather to the grandson. The nieces and nephews all work together like one big family, enriching each other’s knowledge and passions to perpetuate their traditions. Their love of the circus arts and their dedication drive them to be at their maximum capacity so that everyone can enjoy it, and even the animals are treated like members of the family.
Candlelight at Cirque Bormann-Moreno
Immerse yourself in a unique musical experience at Cirque Bormann-Moreno with Candlelight concerts. Under the majestic big top, let yourself be enchanted by the soft glow of candlelight as a talented musical ensemble transports you through an enchanting repertoire. The circus’s stretched canvas and circular stage add a visual dimension to this exceptional evening, creating an unprecedented symbiosis between the magic of the circus and the intimacy of a candlelit concert.
What to do at Cirque Bormann-Moreno
Cirque Bormann-Moreno organizes tours of the big top and the animals, allowing the general public to discover the world behind the scenes. But that’s not all: there are also workshops where you can learn more about make-up, props, the installation and dismantling of different equipment, and how the animals are fed.
You’ll really feel like you’re living the circus life! For children and adults alike, it’s a chance to immerse themselves in a world they know little about.
You can get there by Metro line 8, Bus lines 42, 54 or PC (98), RER C and finally by taking the T3.
An exceptional concert in an exceptional venue. That’s why Candlelight concerts choose the most beautiful places of the capital, and have already set up camp on the Cirque Bormann-Morano stage, where show lovers and music lovers come together. The result: a genuine place for sharing in an original setting where the performing arts coexist. A perfect symphony for Candlelight!