30 circus troupes from all over the world to compete in Zhuhai

30 circus troupes from all over the world gather in Zhuhai for the first China International Circus Festival. (Xinhua)

Some of the top circus programs around the world have gathered in the southern port city of Zhuhai for the first ever International Circus Festival in China. Participating teams are busy getting ready to compete for the event's top honor. 

Thirty programs from 17 countries and regions have been selected from 200 submissions. Now that they're here, they must impress a team of ten seasoned judges from China, Russia, Canada and the US, and will be scored for technique, creativity and overall image.

The prizes will be announced on Sunday after four days of competition.