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Cirque Mechanics present Tilt!

Step right up to the dazzling circus thrill ride of Tilt! This electrifying Cirque Mechanics production is a high-flying journey through the magic, thrills, and neon-soaked nostalgia of America’s iconic 1980s arcades and amusement parks. Tilt! features the company’s signature blend of circus arts, storytelling, and engineering, and at the heart of the spectacle is an awe-inspiring giant Ferris Wheel, surrounded by whimsical, human-powered contraptions that bring classic midway rides and games to life.

With humor, heart, jaw-dropping physical skill, and a wink of 80s attitude, Tilt! is a feel-good ride that appeals to circus fans, theatre lovers, and anyone ready to rewind the clock.

Season-long Patron Sponsors

  • A. Mark Neuman
  • Jo & Thomas Emerson
  • Phyllis Robeson & Family

Endowed Co-Sponsor

  • Deborah & Stephen Rugg

Event Details

Tryon Festival Theatre
Th Feb 25, 2027 - 7:30pm CT
Advocate 70 / Standard 35 / SC 30 / STU 15 / UI & YTH 10