I'm becoming a big fan of Quebecois circus. Just took my girls to see the Boston debut of Les 7 Doigts de la Main (the Seven Fingers) - a great show set partly in a psychiatrist's office. Each of the cast members has a problem - insomnia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, narcissism - and has to trapeze, juggle, or flip their way to a solution.
I've seen a few shows by different groups, in Montréal, France, and now Boston. I love the way Quebecois circus seems to combine innovative theatre, dance, and traditional circus arts in shows with a very strong concept. The concept is clearly executed through set design, costuming, writing, music, and of course the performance itself. Every detail matters, and it adds up to an impressive show.