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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 ...

    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 ...

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

  6. 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 …

  7. Circus - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

    The Latin word circus comes from the Greek word kirkos, meaning “circle" or "ring”. [1] The first circus in Rome was the Circus Maximus, in the valley between the Palatine and Aventine hills.