Lennon Bros Circus

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Lennon's Circus (established circa 1890) is one of only three circuses left in Australia with big cats in their programme. The three lions at Lennon’s are 17 years of age, female, sisters and were born and bred in the circus. In fact they are 12th generation born and bred in Australia.

The Lennon family are the only circus family in Australia, which makes its own circus big tops and marquees. They also make SuperTents for rock concerts such as Homebake and The Big Day Out.

Lennon’s Circus touring schedule is hectic. The production covers Australia from the remotest towns to the largest cities. Touring for 11 months, before completing their season in late November.

The Lennon Bros Circus showcases a wide variety of circus arts such as tumblers, flying trapeze, hula hoops, acrobats, double wheel of death, aerialists & clowns. Animals include Liberty horses, Monkey, Camel, Llamas, Goat, Geese, Lions and Canines.

The circus employs a staff of 35 people, ranging in age from 12 months to 65 years, and is proud to employ a troupe of Australian and International performers. The circus is moved on 11 trucks, 3 semi trailers and 14 caravans.