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  1. Circus - Wikipedia

    A shift in form has been credited with a revival of the circus tradition since the late 1970s, when a number of groups began to experiment with new circus formats and aesthetics, typically avoiding the …

  2. Circus | Definition, History, Acts, & Facts | Britannica

    A circus is an entertainment or spectacle usually consisting of trained animal acts and exhibitions of human skill and daring. A circus is typically held in a circular performance area usually bounded by a …

  3. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus

    The Circus returns January 2026. The Greatest Show On Earth® combines jaw-dropping moments, world-class performances, and incredible sights—all powered by a pop music playlist packed with …

  4. History of Circus: From Ancient Roots to Controversial Sensation

    Apr 23, 2023 · The circus had a long journey from the Circus Maximus in Ancient Rome to the Cirque du Soleil today. While the modern circus has shed the ethical issues dragging it down since the 19th …

  5. The Death of One of the Oldest Shows on Earth - National Geographic

    Amidst animal welfare controversies and a rapidly evolving entertainment industry, what will become of the American circus?

  6. Circus History, Photos, News, Performers, Owners, Biographies

    4 days ago · American circus history, list of circus performers and owners with biographies, thousands of circus photos, movies, circus news, traditions, information.

  7. CIRCUS Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of CIRCUS is a large arena enclosed by tiers of seats on three or all four sides and used especially for sports or spectacles (such as athletic contests, exhibitions of horsemanship, or in …

  8. Why the Golden Age of the American Circus Began to Fade

    Jun 15, 2021 · As the U.S. entered WWI, the Ringling show employed about a thousand people—but forces that would reshape the circus industry were emerging.

  9. History of Circus - From Ancient to First Modern Circus

    Circus is a name for a traveling company of performers. These performers are usually acrobats, clowns, and trained animals, although circuses have musicians, trapeze, and other stunt artists.

  10. History of the Circus | International Circus Hall of Fame

    There are numerous circuses that maintain a mix of animal and human performers, these include Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus, the Moscow State Circus, Circus Krone from …