MAGICAL big top production The Netherlands National Circus will bring an international cast of breathtaking artistes to Ilkley for three days this month

Audiences at the four performances on East Holmes Field from June 15 to 17 will be thrilled with a sensational mix of comedy, juggling, illusion, silks, balancing acts and gravity defying flying trapeze, all performed to the accompaniment of the Netherlands National Circus Orchestra.

There are no animals in the show, with the circus citing its essential ingredients is quality, energy and magic presented by a sensational company of performers in the magnificent heated big top.

Yasmine Smart, from the famous Billy Smart family, toured with the show last year in Holland and has been persuaded to bring the circus back to tour the UK this year.

Hosted by herself, the multi-national cast of artistes includes fantastic Australian flying trapeze act, The Flying Aces, original clowning from Jonny Bogino, The Jidinis Illusionist Troupe and stunning cube aerialist Alina..

Yosvani performs his skills on the High Wire, and audiences can expect Caroline artistry with the Corde Lisse, Alex the Fireman having a few problems with his ladder and Team Fonz, a Happy Days themed performance on the trampoline.

"We’re delighted to be back in the UK with our unique combination of theatre, live music and dance," said the company.

Performances will be: Monday June 15 7pm, Tuesday June 16 4.45pm and 7.30pm, and Wednesday June 17 4.45pm. Tickets from £9 for adults and £7 children.

To book tickets, visit netherlandscircus.com or call (0113) 260 2444.