SAL1 Jersey Shore BlueClaws

Circus Back in Lakewood Next Month

Published on July 16, 2009 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Jersey Shore BlueClaws News Release


LAKEWOOD, N.J. - The Lakewood BlueClaws have announced that the Cole Bros. Circus of the Stars will be performing at FirstEnergy Park for seven shows beginning on Friday, August 14th and running through Sunday, August 16th. This is the third year in a row that the BlueClaws have hosted a circus at FirstEnergy Park.

Tickets are on sale now at the BlueClaws Box Office or by calling 732-901-7000.

The circus will feature the Toprasta Troupe, whose members recreate the renowned three-tier, 7 Man Pyramid on the High Wire, Elephants, Globe of Death, Dogs and Pony Review, Aerial Ballet on Streaming Silks, Clowns, Camels, Jugglers, Acrobats, The Human Cannonball and more. The Cole Bros. Circus is celebrating its 125th year and is the oldest American Circus performing under the Big Top.

"Over the past two years, the Circus has proved to be exciting and entertaining as well as affordable," said BlueClaws General Manager Geoff Brown. "We are thrilled to bring the Cole Bros. Circus back for their third year."

There are three seating areas available: VIP, Reserve and General Admission. Children aged 12 and under will be admitted for free in the General Admission area.

Seats in the VIP area are $17.00 for adults and $5.00 for children, seating in the Reserve area is $15.00 for adults and $3.00 for children and General admission is $12.00 for adults and free for children.

The Cole Bros. Circus of the Stars all takes place under a 25,000 square-foot crimson and gold Big Top tent outside of the ballpark.

There will be seven show times. Two on Friday, August 14th at 4:30 pm and 7:30 pm, three on Saturday, August 15th at 1:30 pm, 4:30 pm and 7:30 pm and two on Sunday, August 16th at both 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm. The BlueClaws are on the road during circus weekend.

The Lakewood BlueClaws have led the South Atlantic League in average or overall attendance in each of their eight seasons. This year, they are expected to become the fastest team in both South Atlantic League and New Jersey history to eclipse the 4- million fan plateau.

By winning the first-half championship, the BlueClaws have made the playoffs for the second time in franchise history. Playoff four-packs are on sale now by calling the BlueClaws.




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