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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. 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. 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 …

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

    Dec 4, 2025 · American circus history, list of circus performers and owners with biographies, thousands of circus photos, movies, circus news, traditions, information.

  6. 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?

  7. 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.

  8. 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 …

  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. What is a Circus? An In-Depth Look at a Timeless Art Form

    May 28, 2025 · But what is circus exactly? This blog explores the circus history, its evolution from ancient times to the modern circus, the roles of modern circus performers, and the many forms and …