Be prepared to enter a world of magic, mystery and organised mess.

 

Slava's Snow Show is a show like no other. The audience become the performers and the performers become the audience, or more specifically, curious and at times, strangely sinister clowns who make mischief and play with the captivated theatre goers.

 

The show is now a world-wide phenomenon and truly deserves its global recognition and praise. Its prominent feature being its absolute originality. Where else can an audience, of all ages, (and judging by the flamboyant reception of heavy laughter from young children to senior theatre goers, this is well received) be entertained by a mysterious crew of clowns for over two hours?

 

The performance is compiled of scattered scenes of hilarious and extremely theatrical narratives. The unique interpretation of clowns tugs on the watchers' heartstrings – one moment they are bizarre creatures producing slapstick comedy and suddenly you find yourself attached to a particular character who displays emotion merely through movement and strange verbal noises.

 

Interactivity is also key. From the first scene, the audience are seemingly just as rehearsed and involved in the performance. A cotton web is swept over the audience by the mischievous clowns. A surreal snowstorm engulfs the theatre by means of an endless supply of white paper (surely the auditorium cleaner's worst nightmare). Giant circus-like bouncy balls are launched into the audience, enticing everyone from grandchildren to grandparents to get involved.

 

It is dramatic throughout, breathtaking and absolutely unpredictable. The clowns are completely committed to character, barely taking a break as they climb through the audience (quite literally stumbling over seats and balancing on audience member's shoulders) during the interval, stealing their refreshments and then playfully spraying water over unsuspecting watchers in the front seats.

 

The performance is simultaneously disturbing and beautiful. A genius idea, which would ultimately break any coulrophobic (clown-phobic) watchers with the clown themed glimpses of insanity.

 

Slava's Snow Show is an acquired taste. But for those who enjoy the awe-inspiring flavour, it is an absolute must see and unforgettable experience. For many this has already been the case, as the show has been performed in 30 countries to more than 3 million spectators, with over 4000 performances, in 120 cities, including New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Rome, Hong Kong, Rio de Janeiro and Moscow.

 

The genius of Slava and his theatre company Litsedei will surely entertain and absorb minds for many, many years to come.

 

To truly indulge in the snow show, a seat as close to the stage as possible is a recipe for an amazing theatrical adventure.