State Theatre New Jersey presents A Magical Cirque Christmas

Published by New Jersey Stage
originally published: 11/05/2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents A Magical Cirque Christmas on Friday, November 27, 2026 at 4:30pm and 7:30pm. In this show, the cast of world-class acrobats, contortionists, and aerialists will mesmerize, twist, flip, and push the boundaries of imagination where gravity is defied, and human potential knows no limits.

The performers are supported by a captivating musical score that will tug at your heartstrings, elevate your spirit, and have you tapping your foot and singing along to hit Christmas songs in the ultimate variety extravaganza. The festive show entertains audiences of all ages during an evening of spectacular feats, acrobatic antics, and magical performances complete with holiday hilarity and music.

The featured acts include Mark Clearview (MC and magician), Jonathan Rinny (rola bola and unicycle performer), hair suspension artist and world record holder Leila Noone, juggler Christopher Stoinev, aerialist Melissa James, hand-to-hand acrobatic specialists Jack and Anna, and Iris Ileven, who specializes in hand balance and contortion.

Tickets start at $48 and are available for purchase online or by calling State Theatre Guest Services at 732-246-SHOW (7469). State Theatre Guest Services, located at 15 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick NJ, is open by phone and email only, Tuesday through Friday from 11:00am to 5:00pm. For in-person purchases, Guest Services is open Tuesday through Friday from 12:00pm to 4:30pm. Additional ticket and transaction fees may apply.

Mark Clearview, an internationally acclaimed magician and mentalist, has performed for stars like Neil Patrick Harris and appeared on Penn & Teller: Fool Us. A former Canada's Got Talent finalist who earned the Golden Buzzer and $25,000 cash prize, is also a world record holder. He now hosts NYC's popular MAGIC, UNLOCKED.

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Jonathan Rinny, a fourth-generation circus performer, began his career in his family's Argentine circus at age five. Now an acclaimed Rola Bola and unicycle artist, he's wowed audiences worldwide, including a "best act" nod from AGT's Simon Cowell.

Leila Noone is a four-time American Ninja Warrior competitor and Guinness World Record holder. She is known for her versatile performances and her role in the contemporary circus company Cirque Vida, based in Austin, TX. Las Vegas resident

Christopher Stoinev is a fifth-generation circus performer who started juggling at the age of five. At eight years old, he was invited to perform at Premier Rampe, an International Circus Festival hosted in Monaco.

Melissa James combines musical theatre, dance, and circus into one dynamic performance. A former Dance Captain for Chicago, Hairspray, and Mamma Mia, she later collaborated with legendary director Franco Dragone as both an artist and creative. Having headlined productions across the Middle East, the U.K., Asia, Australia, and the U.S., James brings a global perspective and cinematic storytelling to every performance.

Jack and Anna perform hand-to-hand acrobatics, combining elite athleticism with trust, precision, and artistry. Jack is a former Canadian National Champion in Senior Elite Men's Pair with more than 15 years of experience as a base, while Anna graduated from l'École de Cirque de Québec with a concentration in hand-to-hand acrobatics.

Iris Ileven is a Las Vegas-based hand balancer and contortionist who performs elegant, emotionally driven acts that blend strength, flexibility, and expressive artistry.

State Theatre New Jersey, a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, celebrated its 100th Anniversary after major renovations in December 2021. Originally built as a silent film and vaudeville palace, State Theatre's historic significance was honored when PBS featured it in its documentary series, Treasures of New Jersey. Having played a significant role in revitalizing New Brunswick—crowned "Jersey's Best Destination of the Year" for 2025 by Jersey's Best magazine—State Theatre resides in the heart of the city's arts district.

Today, State Theatre is the largest performing arts center in Central New Jersey and has welcomed more than six and a half million people through its doors since reopening as a nonprofit performing arts center in 1988. State Theatre New Jersey is a cornerstone of the cultural vitality of Middlesex County and averages a total economic impact on New Brunswick and the surrounding area of more than $18 million a year. The mainstage programs have included high-caliber artists such as Diana Ross, Tom Jones, Kevin Hart, Ringo Starr, Melissa Etheridge, John Leguizamo, Harry Connick, Jr., Peter Frampton, and Leanne Morgan. Program offerings include Broadway, orchestra, family, dance, comedy, rock/pop, jazz, Performances for Schools, and Sensory-Friendly Performances.

State Theatre New Jersey's programs are made possible by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. Grant funding has been provided by the Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners through a grant award from the Middlesex County Cultural and Arts Trust Fund. For information on events, go to MiddlesexCountyCulture.com.