Cirque Mechanics: Tilt! Tickets

Cirque Mechanics: Tilt! is a captivating fusion of acrobatics and engineering, set against a backlot carnival landscape. This performer-driven show anchors a giant, man-powered Ferris wheel and a troupe of carnival operators, bringing a nostalgic yet contemporary ride through gravity-defying feats. Founded in 2004 by Chris Lashua, Cirque Mechanics blends theatrical storytelling with inventive machinery, creating immersive narratives that feel both playful and daring.

Original music by composer Michael Picton underscores the action, guiding the tempo of each ride, flip, and lift. Tilt! sits in a lineage that includes acclaimed productions like Zephyr, Pedal Punk, Birdhouse Factory, Boom Town, and 42ft, all of which showcase the company’s signature integration of acrobatics with mechanical marvels. The show has earned recognition, including Drama Desk nominations for Zephyr in 2023 and notable features at New Victory and Yuletide Factory programs.

Cirque Mechanics' mission is to bring audiences an accessible, no-pressure experience where “you’ve got a Guy” on the other end of the line—someone who can help you secure seats to these electric performances across the country.

Upcoming Tilt! engagements for 2025 include performances at UNLV on October 4, Pepperdine on October 7, Lake Michigan Mendel Center on October 25, and Johnson County Community College on November 7. Each date stands alone with its own schedule, so be sure to check the venue details for that specific performance. For fans of touring circus theatre, Cirque Mechanics delivers a distinct blend of live music, mechanical design, and high-flying acrobatics that remains accessible and entertaining for all ages.

Discography highlights from performing members span Zephyr (2025), The Litas (2020), Pedal Punk (2019), Mechanical Circus (2019), Desert Falcons (2013), The Accidental Sea (2011), and Boom Town (2011). These works reflect the ensemble’s varied collaborations and the progression of Cirque Mechanics’ visual and sonic identity.

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