Under the Big Top: Cirque Achille Zavatta at Bagatelle Mall
One month left to experience the magic of the Circus at Bagatelle Mall
There is something about a circus that never quite gets old.
The moment you step beneath the big top, the atmosphere changes. There’s the smell of popcorn in the air, the buzz of a crowd waiting for the lights to go down, and that familiar sense of anticipation as the performers get ready to take the stage.
If you haven’t made it to the circus yet, now is the perfect time. Cirque Achille Zavatta is already at Bagatelle Mall, and there’s just one month left to catch the show before it leaves the island on 11 October.
Whether you’ve already been and want to experience the magic again, or you’ve been meaning to take the family but haven’t made it yet, the clock is ticking.
Thrills, Spills and Circus Spectacle
This year’s show brings together the kind of live entertainment that is best experienced in person.
The “Globe de la Mort” is one of the evening’s biggest adrenaline rushes, with stunt riders speeding around one another inside a metallic globe with remarkable precision.
Then there’s the “Roue Infernale”, where performers take to a spinning structure high above the arena, combining balance, timing and nerve in a spectacular display that keeps audiences holding their breath.
For younger members of the audience, Goliath, the life-sized animatronic elephant, is sure to be a favourite. With realistic movements and trumpet calls, this impressive creation adds a playful theatrical element to the show and brings a little extra wonder to the arena.
And, of course, a circus wouldn’t be a circus without a few surprises. Some are better discovered for yourself once the lights dim and the show begins.
If you haven’t been yet, Don’t wait
With only a few weeks remaining, this is your reminder to make room for a little circus magic.
For families, it’s an easy way to turn an ordinary afternoon into something memorable. Start with lunch at Bagatelle Mall, take care of a few errands, grab a treat, and then make your way under the big top for an afternoon of live entertainment.
For those who remember Cirque Achille Zavatta’s previous visit to Bagatelle more than a decade ago, it’s also an opportunity to revisit a little piece of nostalgia this time with a new generation in tow.
And if you’ve already seen the show, there’s always a reason to come back. The energy of a live performance is different every time, especially when you’re sharing it with family and friends.
A celebration 15 years in the making
The circus returns to Bagatelle Mall during a particularly special year, as the mall celebrates its 15th anniversary.
Over the years, Bagatelle has become more than somewhere to shop. It has become part of everyday island life, a place for Friday dinners, weekend catch-ups, school holiday outings and family days.
Bringing the big top back for its anniversary year adds another memorable chapter to that story: one filled with laughter, excitement, applause and a little bit of childhood wonder.
One month to go...
The countdown is officially on. Cirque Achille Zavatta will remain at Bagatelle Mall until 11 October, giving you just a few more weeks to experience the show before the big top comes down.
Showtimes
- Thursdays & Fridays: 17:30
- Saturdays, Sundays & Public Holidays: 14:30 and 17:30
Tickets
Side & Front Grandstand
- Children aged 2–11: Rs 500
- Adults: Rs 600
VIP Box Seats
- Children aged 2–11: Rs 600
- Adults: Rs 800
Seats can be reserved in advance by calling 5822 7108, or purchased directly at the entrance tent, subject to availability.
Grab the kids, bring your friends, or simply come for the nostalgia. Take your seats, watch the lights go down, and let the big top do what it has always done best, create a little bit of magic.
See you under the tent!
