Camille, the Belgian singer-songwriter and stage director, is bringing back her acclaimed ‘Circus Camille’ for a summer run in Ostend, Belgium, from to , 2026. This iteration of the spectacle promises a significant reunion for fans of the popular Belgian television series ‘#LikeMe’, as Camille will be joined on stage by Maksim Stojanac.
The collaboration marks a return to the stage for Camille and Maksim, who haven’t reportedly had a disagreement in eight years, according to HLN. Their shared history on ‘#LikeMe’ adds a layer of anticipation for audiences familiar with the show. Maksim will portray the role of ‘stagiair’ Pieter within the circus production, as reported by NewsLocker.
Adding another dimension to the cast is actress Ruth Beeckmans, who will play Alana, the vice-underdirectrice of Paperassen, Personeel en Plantenbakken (Papers, Personnel and Plants). Alana is described as a somewhat fussy and ambitious character, the sister of Dante, previously portrayed by Manu Van Acker. According to Frontview Magazine, Alana is driven by a desire for revenge and is willing to take considerable risks to undermine Camille’s direction of the show.
‘Circus Camille’ enjoyed a successful debut in the summer of 2025, attracting nearly 50,000 visitors across 30 shows. Responding to high demand, three additional Sunday shows have been added to the 2026 schedule: , , and , all at 10:30 AM. Tickets for all performances, including the newly added dates, are available at clubcamille.be.
The reunion between Camille and Maksim is particularly noteworthy given their shared history on ‘#LikeMe’, a musical drama that ran from 2019 to 2026. The series, which garnered a 7.8/10 rating on IMDb, followed a teenage girl navigating a new school and attempting to find her place. Both Camille and Maksim played central roles in the series, with Camille portraying herself and Maksim playing Vince Dubois. The show’s popularity suggests a built-in audience eager to see the duo collaborate again in a different creative context.
The addition of Ruth Beeckmans as Alana introduces a potentially disruptive element to the circus dynamic. Her character’s ambition and vengeful motivations promise to create conflict and intrigue within the narrative. The role suggests a deliberate attempt to inject a dramatic undercurrent into the spectacle, moving beyond purely celebratory performance.
The success of the 2025 run of ‘Circus Camille’ demonstrates a strong appetite for this type of immersive entertainment in Belgium. The combination of established performers, a compelling narrative framework, and a visually striking presentation appears to be a winning formula. The addition of extra shows for 2026 underscores the continued demand and the organizers’ confidence in the production’s appeal.
While the broader entertainment landscape is currently focused on major streaming releases and international film festivals, ‘Circus Camille’ represents a significant event within the Belgian cultural scene. It highlights the enduring appeal of live performance and the power of established television franchises to draw audiences to theatrical productions. The project also demonstrates a savvy understanding of fan engagement, leveraging the popularity of ‘#LikeMe’ to generate excitement and ticket sales.
The creative team behind ‘Circus Camille’ appears to be building on the foundations of its previous success while introducing new elements to keep the experience fresh and engaging. The addition of a character explicitly designed to create conflict, coupled with the nostalgic appeal of the ‘#LikeMe’ reunion, suggests a deliberate effort to elevate the production beyond a simple spectacle and into a more narratively driven experience.
