At the turn of the 19th century, there were more than 3,000 circuses traveling around the United States. The development of the tent and use of the railroads, the introduction and refinement of advertising, the circus parades, the use of elephants as attractions, and the side show are some of...

If you’ve grown up in the circus like me you’ve seen them before: the loud boisterous teenagers harassing the clowns. Yes, that’s right, I said it. Harassing the clowns. They approach during the pre-show spectacle, snickering to themselves as they draw nearer and nearer to...

Calling all clowns, physical actors, contemporary mimes, and street performers! If you’ve always dreamed of joining the cast of a Cirque du Soleil  production, now is your chance! They are seeking new talent for its current shows and upcoming creations. The auditions will take...

2012 Clown College® Auditions Announced This is a once-in-a–lifetime opportunity to audition to become part of The World Famous Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Clown Alley TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2012 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL – VANDERBILT HALL 87 E...

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is well known for their multitude of comedic artistry. This circus wouldn’t be The Greatest Show on Earth without their zany and large “Clown Alley” to entertain children of all ages. The Felds always pride themselves in having a...

“Alegría is a mood, a state of mind. The themes of the show, whose name means “jubilation” in Spanish, are many. Power and the handing down of power over time, the evolution from ancient monarchies to modern democracies, old age, youth—it is against this backdrop that the...