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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 …

  2. 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 …

  3. Iowa Circus Arts

    Iowa Circus Arts is THE place for learning everything you've seen in modern circus shows. Tumbling, juggling, cyr wheel, unicycle, and general physical fitness, are all provided!

  4. 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 …

  5. Circus Vazquez - Tour 2026

    Come experience the world-class show of Circus Vazquez. Full of thrills, a light show, a live orchestra, and incredibly talented high-level acrobats, dancers, and aerialists. Get ready for the best big-top …

  6. 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.

  7. 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 …

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

    Jan 30, 2026 · American circus history, list of circus performers and owners with biographies, thousands of circus photos, movies, circus news, traditions, information.

  9. 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 …

  10. Home - Circus Historical Society

    The Society’s membership includes a diverse selection of scholars, researchers, educators, archivists, curators, librarians, circus professionals and enthusiasts united with the common goal of …