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Experience the Omnium Circus: Coming to Lafayette for the First Time!

Omnium Circus brings its innovative production, ā€œIā€™m Possible,ā€ to Heymann Performing Arts Center

By News from PASA February 24, 2025

LAFAYETTE, LA – Omnium Circus (www.OmniumCircus.org) The awe-inspiring Omnium Circus is coming to town!
The Omnium Circus will make its Lafayette debut when it brings its jaw-droppingly, awe-inspiringly and uplifting show, with world-class acrobats, aerialists, jugglers, comedic performers and more. It’s side-splitting entertainment that’s a fun, must-thing to do!

Omnium Circus takes the Heymann Performing Arts Center stage on March 14th at 7:30pm. 

Arrive early

The experience begins with fun in the lobby, where PASA will have face-painting, fun give-aways and a selfie station. Plus, there's a sensory table where circus-goers can have a hands-on experience with Omnium Circus props. Come in costume? Sure!

The performance is part of Performing Arts Serving Acadiana’s season of live entertainment and will be the only "family show" at the Heymann Center for months. They will present a show that is accessible to all through the use of American Sign Language, live audio description and other special accommodations that ensure everyone can experience the magic of this unique circus!

Omnium's 2025 show features new Ringmaster Shai Yammanee and the soul-stirring artistry of Deaf dancer/storyteller Malik Paris leading a cast of world-class performers.  

“I’m Possible” tells the heartwarming story of Johnny, a young boy who dreams of joining the circus. Audiences follow Johnny’s inspirational journey as he enters a world featuring an incredible cast led by the mellifluous voice of Ringmaster Shai Yammanee, the soul-stirring artistry of Deaf dancer Malik Paris and a host of world-class acrobats, aerialists, comedic performers and more.




Omnium Circus ensures everyone is in on the action in this high-spirited limit-defying, life-affirming spectacle that is a blend of incredible WOW moments and side-splitting laughter!

Omnium Circus, which The New York Times calls, “genuinely extraordinary,” is the only circus in the world to be presented bilingually in English and American Sign Language, Omnium not only brings together a world-class group of performers, but also incorporates unprecedented audience accessibility. Among the special accommodations provided are live audio description, tactile experiences, relaxed seating and more. This ensure that Omnium is a live experience that has been specifically created to be enjoyed by all.


Don’t leave anyone behind. Bring the whole family! to the Heymann Performing Arts Center (1373 S. College Rd.) in Lafayette on Friday, March 14 at 7:30 pm as part of their 2025 tour. 

Tickets start at only $30 (student and group discounts available) and are available at omniumcircus.org and tickets.heymanncenter.com. Tickets can also be purchased online at the Heymann Center Box Office Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

“We are so excited to bring our show to the beautiful Heymann Performing Arts Center and share this special production with the Lafayette area audience,“ said Omnium Circus Founder and Executive Director Lisa B. Lewis.

“Every time our performers step on stage, they know their job is to present a spectacular performance that you’ll enjoy while in your seat, and to create a moment that you’ll remember long after the performance has ended.”

For more information about Omnium, please visit www.omniumcircus.org