Our Mission
Through the art of the theatrical clown and the one-ring circus, My Nose Turns Red cultivates a supportive environment that inspires youth to challenge themselves, develop essential life skills and engage audiences.
Classes
Learn incredible circus skills for all levels. Classes are challenging and highly engaging!
Performances
Experience three major performances every year ranging from amazing camp shows to ambitious extravaganzas!
Support Us
Because of donors, we can provide scholarships, host guest coaches, showcase our students across the country and more!
Recent Posts
Circ-A-Thon 2024
Circ-A-Thon is the biggest fundraising event for My Nose Turns Red, held every year on the second weekend in December. Each student picks a circus skill they want to master by
Go West: the Good, the Bad and the Silly
Go West: the Good, the Bad and the Silly My Nose Turns Red Youth Circus’ annual Youth Circus Extravaganza, Go West: the Good, the Bad and the Silly, at
Our Story
My Nose Turns Red Youth Circus (MNTR) provides a non-competitive, safe environment for students of all ages to be courageous, to set personal goals, to persevere, to work together, to be inspired, and to have fun. MNTR serves over 450 students per year through after-school programs, year-round classes at the Evendale Cultural Arts Center, and summer camps. Through funding from ArtsWave, the National Endowment for the Arts, SC Ministry Foundation, Ohio Arts Council, and the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, MNTR is able to provide free after-school circus classes and summer camps to underserved youth.
