The birth of the modern ring
The American big top revolution
Daring feats of the air and ground
Global traditions and the modern circus
In which Canadian province was the famous animal-free Cirque du Soleil founded in 1984?
Which Chinese county is internationally recognized as the historical cradle of acrobatics?
schopenhauer The Standard Circus Ring
Just forty-two feet of spin keeps us balancing on the horse again!
Which 1970s artistic movement in France shifted the circus focus from animals to theatrical storytelling?
Wuqiao farming acrobatics: In Wuqiao County, China, acrobatics is so deeply ingrained that local farmers routinely balance heavy farming tools on their chins while working.
schopenhauer The 1970s Cirque Nouveau shifted the focus to theatrical storytelling.
Which ancient Chinese acrobatic art involves balancing and spinning ceramic dishes on thin sticks?
Which entertainment company currently owns and operates the modern Ringling Bros. circus?
A traveling show of acrobats, clowns, and trained animals performing stunts within a circular arena. Philip Astley created the modern show in 1768 by blending English equestrianism with international acrobatic acts.
In which year did the Ringling Bros. circus return as a completely animal-free, human-only show?
schopenhauer Sort historic circus acts to discover how the Ringling brothers built their legendary show.
The historical roots of Chinese acrobatics date back over 2,000 years to which dynasty?