Le Grande Cirque is an amazing combination of acrobatics, dancing and juggling - circus acts performed on stage, magically lit, beautifully costumed and quite simply breathtaking to watch.

The international cast has incredible talent and skill, leaving the audience gasping with delight as they perform impossible feats.

The show is non-stop action, a mesmerising spectacle. No-one could fail to be impressed by the skill and daring of the performers, whether it is suppleness and balance beyond belief or gravity-defying somersaults.

With simple props like poles and hula hoops, performers earned one round of applause after another for artistic interpretations of traditional circus skills set to a wonderful musical score. The Chinese pole climbing was particularly impressive, as was the graceful twisting and turning of the contortionist.

A mime act links and introduces the acts and brings a bit of clowning and humour to the show. Le Grand Cirque has already impressed audiences around the world.

The show is in Malvern until Sunday and tickets cost £21-£32.

Adults and children who enjoy the kind of acrobatics normally associated with the big top will love the show, as will many more who wouldn't normally consider going to the circus.

Sue Vickers