REVIEW: HEADFIRST ACROBATS – GODZ at Peacock Theatre 11 – 14 June 2025
‘an entertaining ride, especially for those looking for a blend of circus, camp, and mythology’ ★★★
There are four gods featured in this cheeky circus retelling of Greek mythology: Cupid, Dionysus, Apollo, and Hercules. Though, one might ask, does Hercules really count as a god? That debate becomes part of the show’s narrative.
What do we expect from a circus? Daring feats, gasps of wonder, and bursts of applause—moments that push human physicality to the edge. GODZ certainly delivers some of these “wow” moments: aerial stunts, precarious balances, and yes, full nudity. But while the spectacle is there, the variety is limited. The majority of the routines centre around balancing on high objects, with few diversions. Aside from a humorous nude dance involving plates, the show can feel repetitive, making the pacing feel somewhat flat.
Rather than relying solely on momentum and spectacle, GODZ introduces a loose narrative arc—Hercules’ mythic journey—as a way to thread the acts together. It’s a clever device, but the execution doesn’t always land with the finesse required to keep the audience fully engaged.
That said, it’s still an entertaining ride, especially for those looking for a blend of circus, camp, and mythology. Somewhere between acrobatics and theatre, GODZ doesn’t fully commit to either form, and that in-between space can feel both novel and uneven.
HEADFIRST ACROBATS
GODZ
PEACOCK THEATRE
11-14 JUNE
Wednesday to Saturday – 7.30pm
Saturday matinee – 2.30pm
75 mins
Tickets £18 to £45
The show is recommended for ages 18+
This performance contains full nudity
We’re sorry, children under five are not allowed to attend this performance.
Booking
020 7863 8000 (Mon-Sat, 12-6pm, excluding Bank Holidays).
