Through the art of the theatrical clown and the one-ring circus, My Nose Turns Red cultivates a supportive environment that inspires youth to challenge themselves, develop essential life skills and engage audiences.

Build Skills. Grow Confidence. Join a Circus Class

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Join a Circus Class.

Our youth circus programs offer young people the chance to build real skills like balance, coordination, and confidence through engaging, hands-on training in circus arts. Led by experienced teaching artists, classes provide a supportive environment where students are encouraged to challenge themselves, express their creativity, and grow both individually and as part of a team. Whether your child is new to circus or returning to continue their training, this is the perfect time to jump in. Explore our class offerings and register today! Spaces fill quickly.

Arts Education

MNTR presents their performance All About Balance and circus performances/workshops to schools and libraries for a demonstration of circus skills such as gym wheel, unicycle, tightwire, acrobatics, hoop dancing and more. Performers will share their creative process, skill development and take questions from the students. Past performances have included St. James Catholic School, Holy Family Catholic School, Wright Memorial Library, Miami Township Library and Dayton Metro Libraries. 

 

In-school performances, residencies, or workshops are tailored for grades K-12.

Contact My Nose Turns Red to hire us for a workshop at your school or library.

  • CLASSES

    Learn incredible circus skills for all levels. Classes are challenging and highly engaging!

  • PERFORMANCES

    Experience three major performances every year ranging from amazing shows at parks to ambitious extravaganzas!

  • SUPPORT US

    Because of donors, we can provide scholarships, host guest coaches, showcase our students across the country and more!

Our Story

My Nose Turns Red Youth Circus (MNTR) provides a non-competitive, safe environment for students of all ages to be courageous, set personal goals, persevere, work together, be inspired, and have fun. MNTR serves over 900 students annually through after-school programs, year-round classes and summer camps. Through funding from ArtsWave, the SC Ministry Foundation, Ohio Arts Council, and the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, MNTR is able to provide free after-school circus classes and summer camps to underserved youth.