[NFBofSC] September News: 1 Award, 2 Countries, and Much More!

Thu Oct 8 11:19:31 UTC 2026

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** September 2026 Newsletter
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HI Friends,

Fall is in the air and Omnium has been on the move! 1 award, 2 countries, and gearing up for 2 more exciting shows in Brooklyn and Washington DC!  Check it out and make your plans to join us Live!

** MSN’s Top Visionary Woman Entrepreneur!
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“Everyone deserves the right to joy and wonder” -Lisa B. Lewis

Congratulations to our founder, who has been named one of MSN’s Top 10 Visionary Women Entrepreneurs to Follow in 2026!  MSN author  Emily Allard states: “Grounded in the belief that "a rising tide lifts all ships," Lisa focuses on building meaningful community relationships, uplifting others, and expanding the representation in professional performing arts so that everyone can win together regardless of the body you inhabit or the skin you are in.”

** Canadian National Exhibition, CNE
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The Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) is one of Canada’s largest annual events. Omnium brought 18 performances over 9 incredible days, and welcomed 11,340 people to our audience!

“a celebration of access culture and a space where audiences with disabilities are both welcomed and encouraged.”

-The Globe and Mail, Canada

A huge thank you to  Mid Atlantic Arts and our incredible sponsors: the CNE, Scythia Films, The Chelsea Hotel Toronto, Dandelion Films and our Executive producer, Dan Lyon.
Group photo of eleven smiling Omnium Circus performers, staff, and collaborators posing together backstage at a large indoor venue. Some stand in the back row while others kneel in front on a blue carpet. The group wears a mix of colorful circus costumes and casual clothing, including top hats, bow ties, suspenders, sequined vests, bright performance outfits, and purple Omnium Circus T-shirts. One performer wears a red-and-white striped shirt with blue overalls and a red hat. Behind the group are black backstage partitions, lighting equipment, metal ceiling beams, and a large illuminated moon suspended overhead. A green star-shaped sign reading “Boys” is visible on a door to the left.

This engagement was supported by Mid Atlantic Arts through USArtists International in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the Mellon Foundation.
mi atlantic arts logo in blue purple and yellow

** Clemson University Residency, South Carolina
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A diverse group of approximately 16 Omnium Circus participants, performers, and staff pose together inside a bright indoor lobby. Some stand in the back while others sit or kneel in front, smiling, waving, and gesturing toward the camera. Several people wear black or purple Omnium Circus T-shirts, while others wear colorful casual clothing. The group includes people of varying ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Light-colored tile floors, wooden wall panels, and a sign reading “Robert R. Bellamy Brooks Reception” are visible in the background.
A young man wearing a purple Clemson Tigers T-shirt practices a circus plate-spinning activity inside an indoor space. He looks upward with concentration while balancing a red plastic plate above his head, using both hands to guide it. In the foreground, a smiling woman in purple is partially visible on the left, while another participant holding a black plate-spinning stick is partially visible on the right. Large windows, light-colored walls, and wooden accents create a bright backdrop for the interactive circus workshop.

Omnium had an incredible residency at Clemson University, culminating in a public performance that earned a full standing ovation! Beyond the performance, Omnium artists connected with students in an interactive workshop with ClemsonLIFE students, marking the first collaboration of its kind at the university. We also joined Clemson Theatre and ASL students for an engaging Q&A, sharing perspectives on accessibility, inclusion, and the world of circus! If you can help support our educational programs, we’d be very grateful!

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"It was heart warming. Not what we expected but far better”

-ClemsonLIFE student

** Next Up: Spend the holiday season at BAM, NYC!
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Holiday Wonders- New York

Brooklyn Academy of  Music (BAM)

December 10th  @7PM

December 11th  @11AM ( sold out)

December 11th  @ 7PM

December 12th  @ 2pm & 7PM

December 13th  @ 2PM
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“Took the kids to Omnium Circus and WOW—what an experience Omnium Circus isn’t just a circus, it’s a celebration of inclusion, diversity, and representation. Every performer brings something unique, showing our kids that differences aren’t just accepted—they’re celebrated. From incredible acts to powerful storytelling, it’s entertaining and meaningful all at once.I love being able to give my kids experiences like this—where they can see the beauty in everyone and learn that kindness, acceptance, and joy belong to all of us. If you ever get the chance, GO. Support this amazing organization and let your kids witness something truly special”

-Ainsley Social Media Comment

** January 23: Washington DC!
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I’m Possible- Washington DC

Warner Theater

January 23, 2027

Saturday

2:00PM
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We’re so excited for everything ahead and can’t wait to share these upcoming performances, new artists, and unforgettable moments with you. We will see you at the Circus!

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