# Eerie Circus Spectacles Cirque Berzerk Breaks From the Mold for One-of-a-Kind Show By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-07-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cirque-berzerk References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/archives/2009/07/cirque_berzerk.php) & [cirqueberzerk](http://cirqueberzerk.com/) The Cirque Berzerk is an amazingly macabre twist on the world of the often cheery [live circus acts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cirque-du-soleil-ludo). Their new show, Beneath, is an amazingly macabre twist on Cirque Berzerk. The LA-based circus has upped the expectations with this new performance including a mixture of all things Cirque Berzerk from the past. The show offers fire tricks, acrobatics, fire trick acrobatics and much, much more (burlesque, [scary clowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spooky-at-illumi), singing, etc.). It has been deemed a show not for children, so for all you [bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bizarre-bookshelf) (or berserk) parents in need of a eerie night out, check out the Cirque Berzerk. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Live Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/livearts) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Macabre Circus Performances:** Opportunity to create unique and haunting live circus acts that break away from traditional cheery performances. - **Mixing Traditional Elements:** Innovative combinations of fire tricks, acrobatics, burlesque, and scary clowns to create captivating and unconventional shows. - **Adult-focused Circus Entertainment:** Meeting the demand for entertainment experiences that cater to the adult audience with eerie and thrilling performances. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Live Entertainment:** Opportunity for circus companies and event organizers to create distinctive and memorable live performances. - **Event Planning:** Incorporating macabre circus acts into themed events, parties, and festivals to provide a unique and unforgettable experience. - **Nightlife and Entertainment Venues:** Opportunity for nightclubs, theaters, and entertainment establishments to host adult-focused, unconventional circus performances. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metaverse Circus Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cirque-du-soleil-1.md) - [All-Black Touring Burlesque Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touring-burlesque-company.md) - [Avant-Garde Theatrical Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avantgarde-theatrical-experience.md) - [Curated Horror Subscriptions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tales-of-the-weird.md) - [Gothic Poet-Themed Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edgar-allan-poe-speakeasy.md) - [Circus-Themed Whiskys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ardbeg-spectacular.md) - [Chic Celebratory Circus Scents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cirque-du-soleil-leau-de-parfum.md) - [Immersive Balloon Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balloon-story-popup.md) - [Unique Immersive Theater Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleep-no-more.md)