Reviews

• Guillermo

  Jan 28, 2017

  Un-be-lie-va-ble. Simply brilliant performance. Pure circus and continuous scenes in Cirque-du-Soleil style but even more authentic using less ressources. The cast is magnificent. Hooray for the rest of the team subtly and gently moving the audience under the venue's roof, sonsmoothly. Great finale! Very recommended!!

• Larry

  Jan 24, 2017

  FABULOUS SHOW DELIVERED BY A SUPERB CAST OF CHARACTERS! GREAT MUSICIANS WHICH CREATED A BRILLIANT BAND! OVERALL WARMTH AND LUST FOR LIFE WAS EVIDENT FROM THE WHOLE COMPANY! OUR SECOND TIME AT A NOFIT STATE SHOW AND DEFINTELY NOT THE LAST!

• Donna

  Jan 23, 2017

  Wow, I really enjoyed the performance. It was an amazing display of strength, skill and beauty. Well done to all the performers it was exhilarating and exciting!

• Lucie

  Jan 23, 2017

  Loved it so much that went twice. Magical.

• Nicola

  Jan 23, 2017

  Outstanding performance by the NoFit crew as all ways. Their performance never ceases to amaze me.

• U see

  Jan 23, 2017

  What talent. The show was a novel set up; the audience moving around the performances. Really enjoyable.

• Steve Pegrum

  Jan 23, 2017

  Apart from some poor signage to find the place, my daughter and I loved everything about Bianco. The performers were clearly having a great time and enjoying showing off their (not inconsiderable) skills. The band was excellent and complimented the show perfectly. We particularly liked the format - being so close to the performers and constantly being moved by the friendly ushers to get a different perspective (and avoid being hit by passing trapeze artists). All in all a great show - I shall certainly go again if it comes around.

• Zazzz

  Jan 23, 2017

  Marvellous, beautiful, energising, stunning!!! We were there as a family, and we all loved it!

• J Hand

  Jan 23, 2017

  Brilliant, breathtaking and beautiful - music wonderful - vibrant & soulful - grace, style, elegance, vigor and passion. Loved it !!!

• Kate

  Jan 23, 2017

  The show starts in a really strange way & didn't really get what was going on. Moving around a lot was also not easy and got squished a couple of times. We stayed further back in the second half which worked better. On a positive note, these people are extremely talented & was worth going to see. The band was amazing too! Would I go again? Not so sure!

• Tara

  Jan 23, 2017

  Absolutely jaw-dropping amazing! The cast did EVERYTHING. They were exquisite performers, the were their own stage crew, their own live musical accompaniment, ushers and just excellent entertainers. I brought a group of 8 friends and we all enjoyed it equally.

• Roberto

  Jan 22, 2017

  It. Is always inflexible to see talented people doing astronomical exercise

• Sim1jc

  Jan 21, 2017

  This production is something I've never witnessed before amazing performance through and through.

• Kelz

  Jan 21, 2017

  Interactive, in-genius, stunning, outstanding hard work and practise to create the perfect alternative to a circus. If you love aerial this is for you!!!!!

• Glenn

  Jan 20, 2017

  Think of the best parts of a circus then add imagination, wit, beauty, astonishing athleticism and great live music which is integral to the performances. And the whole experience enhanced by feeling part of the show, moving around amongst the action. Absolutely brilliant!

• STEVEN

  Jan 18, 2017

  Four of us came down to the circus at SouthBank for a birthday treat and we were not disappointed.... Bianco are for the most part aerial acts in a "party" theatrical set and and as much as any party sooooo enjoyable they were too!! The live band and the fact that many of the high wire participants also play and sing in that band shows off the pure talent of all those involved in the production of this circus. In fact we demanded a CD of the music at the kiosk but sadly none were to be had you just have to enjoy the moment of the live music but are left salivating for more of it when you get home!! The whole crew are hard working not for one second did you ever see any of them not in some kind of activity or motion, if they were not dancing on the spot they were moving equipment or assisting in another duty. The last time I saw a production of this kind was with the 90's Archaos troupe at the brixton academy and that was a much larger production with many more types of acts which at the time were not bound by the overbearing health and safety standards of today, Bianco have done well to be able to include a few acts where no safety net was included and the fact that you are able to move in and out of the acts production space adds to this productions immersive death-defying feel!! Bianco has given me new verve to chase down more theatrical circus........

• Bexy

  Jan 18, 2017

  This is once of the most bizarre and beautiful shows I have ever seen. The costumes were awesome, the music diversely eery and the constant movement/integration of the audience was exciting. I didn't ever know where to look. So much raw emotion in the storyline and pure joy shown in the performers' faces throughout the entire night. I am still in awe of what I witnessed. Exhilarating. Stunning.

• Mhorag

  Jan 18, 2017

  This was my 2nd visit to the show and it didn't disappoint. I am in total awe of the strength, agility and other-worldliness of the performers. It is beautiful and mesmerising to watch. The only thing I didn't quite get was the shouting/screaming of the performers during some of the segments as if they were "disturbed". Other than that, it's fabulous. Picture yourself transported to a Mad Max Thunderdome ...without the guns & violence! Go and see it.

• ElDa

  Jan 16, 2017

  Standing audience constantly moving up and down getting tired after a while. If someone taller is standing in front of you you miss what you paid for and although most of the show happens in a good height for everyone to watch you still can't follow it as you get a stiff neck after a bit. Mainly basic acrobatics that don't worth the money at all and made me left before the show finished. Only amazing part were the musicians.

• Pieter

  Jan 16, 2017

  Absolutely amazing show. Such a shame this is going to be the last - wish I had discovered it earlier to bring all my friends, family and long lost relatives.

• BTB

  Jan 15, 2017

  The show is great, the performances are excellent and breath taking. However, seats would be better! One minute you have what you think is the best view and then suddenly the next act is behind a post or you've managed to get stuck Behind some scaffolding and can't see the performer.

• Lee

  Jan 15, 2017

  Excellent show . Really enjoyed it.

• Vix

  Jan 15, 2017

  Great show for all ages...totally captivates you and draws you in

• Natalia

  Jan 15, 2017

  Be ready to immerse in a breath taking, stunning experience. What an extravaganza! Absolutely worth the money.

• Miriam

  Jan 14, 2017

  Bianco was incredible. Each act was so unique and the characters of the artists were engaging and funny. It was very impressive how all the cast, including the technical staff and stage hands worked together to choreograph the moving of the audience and stage spaces so seamlessly. I can't put into words the acrobatics going on in the air was a spectical!

• Sarina

  Jan 14, 2017

  So much fun!

• Mathieu

  Jan 13, 2017

  The show was innovative, inspired and all together the most refreshing venue I've been to in a long time.

• Ian Gray

  Jan 13, 2017

  Top class "Olympic style" gymnasts, excelling in their total control of their exhibiting environment. Superb muscular control and really exciting visual displays making it a spectacle to be seen again!

• Claire

  Jan 13, 2017

  Amazing human circus entertainment and great value for money

• Elisa

  Jan 13, 2017

  Absolutely stunning. Well worth value for money!

• Soren Nielsen

  Jan 3, 2017

  I have followed this company for years and love their shows. The performances are fully immersive, you are in the midst and sometimes part of the action. Just as it should be with cutting edge circus. This is a true ensemble piece and you will feel the energy and enthusiasm from everyone from the performers to the stewards. Forget about seeing every bit of action, just surrender to the madness and the experience! This is home grown British, Welch actually, contemporary circus at its very best!

• Michelle

  Jan 3, 2017

  The show really is a feast for the eyes, sometimes you don't know where to look, there's so much going on. Beautiful music and singing from the band, combined with incredible routines and performances. I was with my niece who felt unwell, and wanted to say a big thank you to the non performance staff, particularly the lovely lady from behind the bar who found us chairs and looked after us.

• Big T

  Dec 30, 2016

  The opening dialog (shouting) was too long, confusing and seemed pointless. The performances were fantastic though and the live band was excellent.

• Ann Smith

  Dec 30, 2016

  The fun and collaboration between the performers shone through, they made it look effortless. The live band were terrific. The best anti dote to 2016 ever

• Mrs H

  Dec 30, 2016

  Loved every minute of this show - it was imaginative, exciting and new and the promenade style made you feel part of it all. We had 4 children with us who also loved every minute - highly recommended. The venue , set in the middle of the South Bank Winter Festival also adds to the overall feeling of having had a perfects evening of entertainment - Bravo Ps The live band were also fantastic.

• Michelle

  Dec 28, 2016

  Thoroughly disappointed with this show. Chaotic and completely unenthralled. Definite miss. Sorry.

• Karen

  Dec 28, 2016

  I bought my family (parents and siblings) tickets for this show after seeing the great posters around london and the good reviews trending on Facebook. Despite what I would describe as a messy start - random acts appearing, weird music and what seemed somewhat like a piss take of acrobatics - the show got better and better by the minute. We already were much more enthusiastic by the interval and got totally won over by the end. Some incredible acrobatic skills were demonstrated together with absolutely wonderful live band. I would certainly recommend it and would like to put my hat off to the singers and musicians! Go see it!

• Alain

  Dec 28, 2016

  First class acrobatics in the raw - traditional circus skills updated into raunchy sets with live rock music driving the narrative. The cast shout at, implore and seduce the audience, who move around the tent following the action. Amazing stunts and beautiful movement.

• James Wilson

  Dec 28, 2016

  Every time i see No Fit State doing a performance i am never disappointed. great vibe and amazing skillz and the band was just A M A Z I N G ! ! ! ! (much respect) I would describe it as the alternative, immersive circus Cirque du Soleil that will blow your mind, YOU have to go see it, great for all ages

• Nagginwyfe

  Dec 28, 2016

  A feast for the eyes and mind to behold - brilliant set-up, mind-blowing performances using so many different apparatus, amazing choreography and costumes and all the performers so multi-talented. (The girl on the hoop who also sings has such a soulful voice) and the live band are ace!! Basically a must see experience :D

• Vanessa

  Dec 28, 2016

  The best show I have seen in a long time- made me laugh and cry. You feel part of the production as you move around for each scene. Very family friendly - they always made sure the kids could see. My 7 year old loved it and danced along. Enthralling and captivating see it - see it - see it - before it's too late...

• Andrew Tabberer

  Dec 28, 2016

  Brilliant, second time I've seen the show. First time in Bristol a few years back. Even better than I remember. Great entertainment for adults and kids

• GS

  Dec 28, 2016

  A really enjoyable and unique show with some stunning performances. The music was a real highlight and some of the performers were truly world class.

• The Wrights

  Dec 28, 2016

  We were not sure what to expect from the reviews however the evening was highly entertaining, high energy, spectacular stunts, fun and clever staging made for a great evening out. We would recommend this show.

• Nadine

  Dec 27, 2016

  Sorry but that show was one of the worst I have seen in years. No seats and the performance was definitely NOT from professional artists. Costumes like underwear and the people seemed like they clearly needed more training!!!! Would never recommend that show

• Ellie

  Dec 27, 2016

  Thankfully the tickets were bought for £20 as opposed to £40 a person. I had higher expectations of the show but I found it boring

• Heather

  Dec 27, 2016

  We loved every moment of this chaotic and awesome show and would recommend it to everyone who appreciates circus talent. Fun and thrilling! Good value too!

• RC

  Dec 27, 2016

  I see a lot of circus and first saw this at Roundhouse, but went along this time with two circus novices. I thought they'd be impressed just by the scale of the tricks and novelty factor of moving around (which they were) but it delivered far far more. I'd forgotten how deconstructed, chaotic and interesting (yes, interesting!) it is to see circus artists at real work; they embody the real spirit of a Company (which includes the live band, stewards and technicians) to produce, before your eyes, feats of real beauty and wonder. And they actually look like they're having ridiculous fun - the pool scene is bonkers! (see if you can spot the gyrating man in the roof). It's easy to leave a wowing circus show feeling defeated by the limitations of your own body but I left BIANCO feeling quite the opposite - I felt alive, ready to move and grateful for the ways in which I could express myself. For a physical show in every sense it was great seeing so many older people and wheelchair users in the space - they seemed equally as energised at the end of the show: one woman who looked to be in her late 60s stood on the base of one of the towers and attempted a swing from the pole. She didn't get very far but my point is - no one tried to stop her.

• Simone

  Dec 25, 2016

  Thoroughly enjoyed this show. Wasn't expecting to get so close to the performers and the live band added even more emotional impact and was a bonus to an already amazing show! Would recommend to all, worth every penny xx

• Molly Doran

  Dec 24, 2016

  What an exciting way to present contemporary circus. utterly hypnotising! Dai iawn Pawb!