Cirque Ziva featuring the Golden Dragon Acrobats

Generally considered to be the preeminent Chinese acrobatic company that you can see in the States, the Golden Dragon Acrobats, who hail from Cangzhou, Hebei province, in the People’s Republic of China, have toured the States continuously since 1978. Comprised of athletes, actors and artists who have studied and trained for their craft since early childhood, the group averages 200 performances each year and has toured through all 50 states and in over 65 countries across the world. They perform using their bodies and simple props including everyday objects like plates, jugs, bicycles, umbrellas and more. The performance takes place tonight at 8 at the Akron Civic Theatre. Tickets start at $17.50. (Niesel)