Masterminded by touring circus company Zippos, Cirque Berserk is a thrilling show that's custom-designed for indoor theatre spaces. This October half-term it descends upon the West End with the usual high-octane line-up of acts, including acrobats, jugglers, aerialists, and stunt drivers. Expect spills, thrills and enough aldrenaline to fell an ox. In honour of half-term, kids go for half-price, which you’d think might be common but is actually pretty rare in the world of West End theatre. For ages five-plus.
Although you'll not see any lions being 'tamed' in massive stripy tents, London's modern circus scene is far more jaw-dropping than the suspicious magicians and caged animals of old. Have your breath taken away with your pick from our list of London circus shows.