The family-focused touring circus has announced shows at Melton, Capel St Mary and Felixstowe between September 7 and September 24 – with people of all ages set to enjoy a range of traditional big top acts, including the antics of Justo the Clown, jugglers, rope walking, hula-hooping, magic and fire displays.

Ipswich Star: Performers will bring some special surprises to entertain in the 150-seater Circus Petite arena. Picture: SIMON BALLARDPerformers will bring some special surprises to entertain in the 150-seater Circus Petite arena. Picture: SIMON BALLARD (Image: Archant)

Dates for the series of intimate performances in the petite 150-seater circus tent are: September 7-10, Melton Playing Field; September 14-17, Bypass Nurseries, Capel St Mary; and September 21-24, Beachside Events Arena, Sea Road, Felixstowe.

Circus Petite is the creation of Ipswich-based children’s entertainment company, Mr Bean Entertainments.

Daniel Bean, owner, said: “We are so excited to be back on tour again this year.

“We had such a fabulous reaction from the people who came last year and we’ve upped our game for this year’s tour.

Ipswich Star: Juglling will be one of the many different acts. Picture: SIMON BALLARDJuglling will be one of the many different acts. Picture: SIMON BALLARD (Image: simon@thebridgemarketing.co.uk)

“As well as a line-up of exceptionally talented acts, we’ve got a few surprises that will have the audience smiling from ear to ear.”

For more information on show times and to book tickets visit the circus website or find Circus Petite on Facebook.