Orlando, Fla. – The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts is pleased to present Cirque Mechanics Winter Wonder Shoppe, a holiday-themed performance that will make its Florida debut on December 12, 2024. The show features acrobatics, contortionists, unicyclists and trampoline wall performers as they interact with innovative mechanical devices throughout its enchanting story.
The 90-minute Cirque Mechanics Winter Wonder Shoppe, supported by Chick-fil-A Greater Orlando Area, will run for two weeks inside the 500-seat big top at Seneff Arts Plaza.
“Our goal is to create memorable experiences for every life,” said Kathy Ramsberger, president and CEO of Dr. Phillips. “Cirque Mechanics is the perfect way to bring our community together during the holiday season for a once-in-a-lifetime experience filled with joy.”
Today, the Dr. Phillips Center officially kicked off the season with a special media preview of Cirque Mechanics: Winter Wonder Shoppe, which included Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Orange County Chief of Staff Jerry Demings – Roseann Harrington, and Dr. Kathy Ramsberger, President and CEO of the Phillips Center. Media had the opportunity to capture the final sweep of the large top tent that was being set up in anticipation of the show’s debut.
The arts center will host a City & County Community Giveback on December 18. This special event will welcome 500 students for a pre-show reception and presentation of Cirque Mechanics Winter Wonder Shoppe.
A sensory-friendly presentation will be presented on Sunday, December 22 at noon, with adjusted sound and lighting, along with a relaxed theater environment, to ensure an inclusive and welcoming experience for all audiences.
The 90-minute Cirque Mechanics Winter Wonder Shoppe, supported by Chick-fil-A Greater Orlando Area, will run for two weeks inside the 500-seat big top at Seneff Arts Plaza.
“Our goal is to create memorable experiences for every life,” said Kathy Ramsberger, president and CEO of Dr. Phillips. “Cirque Mechanics is the perfect way to bring our community together during the holiday season for a once-in-a-lifetime experience filled with joy.”
Today, the Dr. Phillips Center officially kicked off the season with a special media preview of Cirque Mechanics: Winter Wonder Shoppe, which included Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Orange County Chief of Staff Jerry Demings – Roseann Harrington, and Dr. Kathy Ramsberger, President and CEO of the Phillips Center. Media had the opportunity to capture the final sweep of the large top tent that was being set up in anticipation of the show’s debut.
The arts center will host a City & County Community Giveback on December 18. This special event will welcome 500 students for a pre-show reception and presentation of Cirque Mechanics Winter Wonder Shoppe.

A sensory-friendly presentation will be presented on Sunday, December 22 at noon, with adjusted sound and lighting, along with a relaxed theater environment, to ensure an inclusive and welcoming experience for all audiences.

