Vegas Variety Circus Festival
STAGE DEBUT
In collaboration with Vazquez Integral Arts
In collaboration with Vazquez Integral Arts
Experience the Magic of
STAGE DEBUT
Presented as a part of the
Vegas Variety Circus Festival
October 2026
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Vegas Variety Circus Festival: Stage Debut is an invitation into traditional circus performance—where emerging artists step into an authentic ring, under the tent, just as generations before them have done.
More than exposure, it is a true experience—where artists develop their craft, connect to the legacy of circus, and take meaningful steps toward professional opportunity.
STEP INTO THE RING AT STAGE DEBUT
Presented as part of the Vegas Variety Circus Festival
In collaboration with Vazquez Integral Arts (ViA) & the ViA Foundation
STAGE DEBUT welcomes circus artists ages 6+ of all levels — from artists preparing their very first act to experienced students developing toward a professional career.
Perform beneath an authentic Circus Big Top in Las Vegas, present your act before an international jury of circus professionals, receive individualized feedback, and connect with artists from around the world.
CHOOSE YOUR FESTIVAL WEEKEND
October 10–11 | October 17–18 | October 24–25, 2026
Choose your preferred festival weekend when registering. Each artist will be assigned either Saturday or Sunday of their selected weekend for their Stage Debut presentation.
Daily Stage Debut Schedule
8:00–9:45 AM • Rehearsal
10:00 AM–12:00 PM • Act Presentations & Jury Feedback
Awards Presentation • Following Act Presentations
AWARDS & PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Artists will be considered for three Stage Debut awards:
Technical Excellence • Artistic Excellence • Best Overall
Select artists may also be invited by the jury to perform in the Marinelli Bros. Circus production beneath the same Big Top on Sunday evening of their festival weekend.
Standout artists may receive additional consideration for the Vegas Variety Circus Festival Main Professional Festival, October 29–November 1.
YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES
• Stage rehearsal and act presentation
• Individualized feedback from an international jury of circus professionals
• Official Vegas Variety Circus Festival T-shirt
• One ticket for each registered artist to the VVCF Main Professional Festival (Oct 29-Nov 1)
• Access to VIP ticket pricing for the Main Professional Festival
• Eligibility for Stage Debut awards and select performance opportunities
Spots are limited. Choose your weekend and take your next step into the circus ring!
