Music Under the Big Top 2026
Music Under the Big Top
A DalChorus and DalWind Ensemble concert
Come one, come all tothe Fountain Schoolsjoyful matinee concert of circus-themed music withDalChorus, AV整氈窒's Wind Ensemble and playful clown artistry from Halifaxs own, Breaking Circus!
Thisrelaxedconcertmeans you can move, make noise, and be yourself. Softer lights, gentleclapping, and chillout spaces welcome everyone. Wiggles and giggleswelcome.
Music Under the Big Top
A DalChorus and DalWind Ensemble Relaxed Concert, with Halifaxs Breaking Circus
March 29th, 3:00pm. Joseph Strug Concert Hall.
Tickets available at
Kids 14 and under are free!
All expressions of audience appreciation are welcome.
Relaxed Performances are designed to be open, flexible,comfortableand judgement-free spaces for all. Movement and joyful noise are encouraged! We especially welcomefamilies with young children,neurodivergent guests,and seniors experiencing hearing or vision changes. The music stays thrilling and high-quality, while the environment is adapted to support ease and access.
Here,youllfind ASL interpreters, adjustedlighting,flexibleseating, and dedicated chill-out spaces. Noise-reducing headphones will be availablebut those with sensitive ears be aware: the Wind Ensemble will still bring plenty of lively, circus-sized sound!
Key features of this concert will include:
- Welcoming Atmosphere:A judgment-free zone where typical strict concert etiquette (like staying silent or sitting still) does not apply.
- Freedom of Movement:Audience members can enter/leave the hall freely, move around, and vocalize during the performance.
- Sensory Adjustments:House lights will be kept dimmed rather than turned off, and noise-dampening headphones will be available to reduce sound intensity.Please help keep our performance space scent free.
- Supportive Amenities:Availability of ASL interpretationand quiet rooms for breaks.
Breaking Circus Collective is a collection of contemporary circus artists working out of Kjipuktuk (Halifax, NS). Breaking Circus sets and breaks their own rules in order to create, explore and engage with the full spectrum of our human experience. The company reaches into the unknown and finds new ways to weave stories through cross-discipline experiments and integration of technology.