Trailer for "Cirque du Soleil: Flowers in the Desert". Mesmerizing performances from six Las Vegas Cirque du Soleil shows that have never been broadcast on television or presented on DVD in the United States. Since 1993, Cirque du Soleil has produced seven original, permanent shows in Las Vegas, creating a garden of delights that has transformed entertainment in this desert oasis. CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: FLOWERS IN THE DESERT presents mesmerizing performances, recorded in High Definition, of Mystère™, "O™", KÀ™, LOVE™, and their latest production, Viva ELVIS™, as well as sneak peeks of Zumanity™ and CRISS ANGEL® Believe™. Behind the scenes interviews and backstage footage allow the viewers to explore the creative process behind the performances. Only on PBS.
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Circus | Behind the Trick: Wire Walking | PBS
Circus performer Sarah Schwarz describes what it feels like to perform her tightwire act. 00:45
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PBS NewsHour | For Russian Performers, Trapeze... (#10152)
An obscure piece of immigration law targets uniquely talented individuals who want to live in the United States.... 07:55
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Journey of the Bonesetter's Daughter | Dalian...
Meet acrobats from the Dalian Circus of China. 03:34
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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 | 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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Circus | Survival of the Fittest | PBS (#104)
Full Program: Three members of the company consider leaving the circus for the "real world." 53:42
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Circus | Performance: Cloud Swing | PBS
Watch solo trapeze artist Regina Dobrovitskayas' perform her aerial acrobatics. 01:19
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Circus | Singing in the Rain: Evolution of an...
Barry Lubin and Mark Gindick cook up a clown gag inspired by "Singin' in the Rain." 02:46
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Circus | The Creation of Olympia | PBS
The creation of Oliver Taquin's new act begins with a unique collaboration. 03:04
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Circus | Cutting Down the Tightwire | PBS
Building a great circus show often requires making tough decisions about the acts. 05:03
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Circus | One Ring Family | PBS (#102)
Full Program: The clock is ticking down to the dress rehearsal in Walden, but the show isn't ready. 53:42
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Circus | Circus DIY: How to Do a Handstand | PBS
Learning to do a handstand takes practice. Christian Stoinev demonstrates the basics. 02:41
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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 the Rodion Trio | PBS
See the graceful Russian barre routine and meet the people behind the act in this clip. PBS' CIRCUS takes an... 02:29
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Circus | Circus Physics: Conservation of Energy...
Daring stunts on the Russian Barre would be impossible without conservation of energy. 02:09
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Circus | Circus Physics: Center of Mass | PBS
The Nanjing acrobats are masters of balance. Learn some of the secret physics of balance. 02:36
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1974 Iowa State Fair Talent Search
This vintage Iowa Public Television clip shows acrobatics, ballet, and a baton thrower using flaming batons! 01:10
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Ottumwa's Bridge View Center - Performing Arts... (#223)
Ottumwa's Bridge View Center is part of an effort to revitalize a town that lost about a quarter of its population... 06:28
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Post Date: November 1, 2010






