See the many faces of the Big Apple Circus and learn where they came from. PBS' CIRCUS takes an unforgettable trip with the legendary Big Apple Circus — from the big top to the "back lot," where the real heart of the circus beats — to explore a distinctive world with its own rules, lingo and no fixed address.
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Circus | First of May | PBS (#101)
Full Program: As the company puts together the new show, we meet the members of the Big Apple family. 53:42
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CIRCUS | Meet Glen, Barry... (#101)
See what it's like to go inside clown rehearsal with newbie clown Glen Heroy. PBS' CIRCUS takes an unforgettable... 02:46
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Circus | The Early Years | PBS
Paul and Michael recount the early days of their partnership as street jugglers. 04:29
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Circus | Walden Is... | PBS
The company talks about the town of Walden, New York, home base of the Big Apple Circus. 02:17
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Circus | Meet Michael LeClaire...
When he's not taking care of the Big Top, Michael LeClaire can be found panning for gold. 04:29
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Circus | Meet Steve Smith | PBS
Big Apple Circus's guest director Steve Smith takes his work seriously -- but not himself. 01:01
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Circus | Meet Glen Heroy | PBS
Glen talks about being a newbie to the circus and his dream of performing in the ring. 00:52
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Circus | Meet Jake and Marty...
The LaSalle brothers talk about how they developed their intricate juggling act. 00:58
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Circus | Meet Paul Binder | PBS
Co-founder "Mr. Paul" is both the leader of the troupe and one of its leading performers. 01:10
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Circus | The Heart of a Clown | PBS
Find out why clowns are more complex than they may appear. 02:54
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Circus | Olivier Becomes the...
Watch Belgian mime, Olivier Taquin, transform into the mannequin. 02:00
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Circus | Born to be Circus | PBS (#105)
Full Program: Performers who grew up in the circus find it difficult to imagine another kind of life. 53:42
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Circus | Down the Road | PBS (#106)
Full Program: As the tent comes down for the last time, we say one final "see you down the road." 53:12
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Circus | Glen and Mark's Pre-Show...
Glen and Mark share their pre-show rituals. Mark stretches; Glen pretends to stretch. 02:33
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Circus | Glen Gets a New License...
Preparing for a year on the road, Glen goes to the local DMV to renew his license. 02:34
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Circus | The Espana Funeral | PBS
Friends from the larger circus community pay their respects to a beloved performer. 03:12
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CIRCUS | Meet Gladis and Luciano...
Meet a multi-generation circus pair that keeps it all in the family. PBS' CIRCUS takes an unforgettable trip with... 02:49
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Circus | Circus Potluck | PBS
The season kicks off with a company wide potluck, with dishes from around the globe. 03:13
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Circus | Change On! | PBS (#103)
Full Program: A major act is cut just before the first show; it's an inauspicious start to the season. 53:42
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Post Date: September 30, 2010






