Photo : Angèle Hamel
Phonic Tuesdays
Expect the unexpected as a full symphonic orchestra joins forces with gravity-defying circus artists for a truly mesmerizing spectacle. Sip a drink at the circus bar while aerialists and jugglers perform right alongside the strings and brass. It is the perfect plan for anyone craving a unique blend of high culture and daring performance.
Cirque Electrique (Paris 20th)
About
The Cirque Electrique hosts the Mardis phoniques, an original production by the Nobis orchestra blending symphonic music with circus arts. Featuring a mix of trapeze, juggling, and orchestral arrangements, these performances provide a unique sensory experience in the 20th arrondissement. If you are looking for an unconventional Tuesday night outing, this event is for you. The show takes place from 20:30 to 21:30 on October 20 and December 15, 2026. Admission is based on a pay-what-you-want model, though financial contributions are necessary to support the artists. The venue's bar will be open throughout the evening.
Phonic Tuesdays are the new event by the Nobis orchestra: discover the perfect harmony between symphony orchestra, trapeze, juggling, and other circus arts!
To top it off, the circus bar will be open and the evening is pay-what-you-want, open to everyone, come one, come all!
Our take on this event
The Mardis phoniques transform the Cirque Electrique into a stage where symphonic precision meets the physical demands of contemporary circus. Curated by the Nobis orchestra, these evenings highlight the perfect harmony between live orchestral scores and circus disciplines, including aerial trapeze and juggling.
You are invited to attend on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, or Tuesday, December 15, 2026. Each performance runs from 20:30 to 21:30. Located at Place du Maquis du Vercors, the circus venue keeps its bar open during the event, encouraging a relaxed atmosphere for all attendees.
The event operates on a pay-what-you-want basis. While the price is flexible, a contribution is necessary to ensure the sustainability of the project. Open to everyone, these performances offer a distinct cultural experience for those visiting Paris's 20th arrondissement.
