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Come one, come all to The Circus. This documentary series pulls back the curtain on the 2016 presidential race and the Trump administration, revealing the intense, inspiring and infuriating stories behind the headlines. Key characters and events are presented in real time, as they are happening. The Circus is a non-partisan, never-before-attempted take on one of the most fascinating and consequential political periods in modern American history.

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Political Strategist Steve Schmidt Joins Showtime's THE CIRCUS Photo Political Strategist Steve Schmidt Joins Showtime's THE CIRCUS
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 13, 2018

Today, SHOWTIME announced that prominent political strategist and commentator Steve Schmidt will join the network's heralded weekly political docuseries THE CIRCUS as a recurring on-air contributor when the show returns on Sunday, September 16 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Schmidt has made previous appearances o...


Former Nepalese Child Circus Slaves Turn Adversity to Art Photo Former Nepalese Child Circus Slaves Turn Adversity to Art
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017

Two Nepalese performers will use skills forced upon them as child slaves in Indian circus to stage the heart-rending tale of their lost childhoods in the London debut of As a Tiger in the Jungle....


VIDEO: Watch the First Trailer for Disney's Live-Action DUMBO Directed by Tim Burton Photo VIDEO: Watch the First Trailer for Disney's Live-Action DUMBO Directed by Tim Burton
by Macon Prickett - June 13, 2018

From Disney and visionary director Tim Burton, the all-new grand live-action adventure “Dumbo” expands on the beloved classic story where differences are celebrated, family is cherished and dreams take flight. Circus owner Max Medici (Danny DeVito) enlists former star Holt Farrier (Colin Farrell) an...


ABYSSINIA: ETHIOPIAN DREAMS Makes London Premiere Photo ABYSSINIA: ETHIOPIAN DREAMS Makes London Premiere
by Stephi Wild - March 01, 2018

Following a smash hit run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2017 and as seen on ITV's Royal Variety Performance, Circus Abyssinia makes its London premiere at Underbelly Festival for six weeks only. As circus marks its 250th anniversary this year, Circus Abyssinia: Ethiopian Dreams is a jubilant cele...


2 Ring Circus Premieres Reimagined GODSPELL at Arkansas Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2017

New York City-based 2 Ring Circus and director Donna Drake debut a newly reimagined vision of Stephen Schwartz' Godspell at Arkansas Repertory Theatre through the month of June....


Former Nepalese Child Circus Slaves Turn Adversity to Art Photo Former Nepalese Child Circus Slaves Turn Adversity to Art
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017

Two Nepalese performers will use skills forced upon them as child slaves in Indian circus to stage the heart-rending tale of their lost childhoods in the London debut of As a Tiger in the Jungle....


BWW Previews: CIRCUS 1903 at Paris Theater At Paris Las Vegas Photo BWW Previews: CIRCUS 1903 at Paris Theater At Paris Las Vegas
by Debbie Hall - July 18, 2017

At the turn of the 20th century, people in small town America anticipated the circus coming to town. Those days are recreated in "Circus 1903" with an extended engagement at Paris Las Vegas beginning July 25....


New 2-Part American Experience Documentary THE CIRCUS Premieres October 8-9 on PBS Photo New 2-Part American Experience Documentary THE CIRCUS Premieres October 8-9 on PBS
by Macon Prickett - June 14, 2018

“The Circus,”a four-hour, two-part documentary, explores the colorful history of this popular, influential and distinctly American form of entertainment, from the first one-ring show at the end of the 18th century to 1956, when the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey big top was pulled down for the l...


Gabor Barabas and NJ Reps WEST END FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS from 9/20 to 9/30 Photo Gabor Barabas and NJ Reps WEST END FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS from 9/20 to 9/30
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2018

NJ Rep will be presenting their Second Annual West End Festival of the Arts from September 20 to September 30. The festival's theme is 'When the Circus Comes to Town.' Broadwayworld.com learned more about the West End Arts Center from Gabor Barabas, the Producing Artistic Director of NJ Rep....


Ellie Dubois' NO SHOW to Embark on UK Tour Photo Ellie Dubois' NO SHOW to Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - August 06, 2018

Ellie Dubois' No Show took the Edinburgh Fringe by storm in 2017, winning a prestigious Herald Angel award, and putting female strength, skill and power centre stage. The production joyously and heartbreakingly reveals what lies hidden beneath the showmanship of circus. What do you expect when you ...


THE CIRCUS Returns to Showtime on 8/16 at 8 PM ET/PT Photo THE CIRCUS Returns to Showtime on 8/16 at 8 PM ET/PT
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2018

THE CIRCUS Returns to Showtime on 8/16 at 8 PM ET/PT...


Giffords Circus Celebrates The 250th Anniversary Of The Wonder Of Circus With 2018 To Photo Giffords Circus Celebrates The 250th Anniversary Of The Wonder Of Circus With 2018 Tour
by Stephi Wild - January 04, 2018

Giffords Circus celebrates the 250th anniversary of circus with a UK premiere tour of their new show, My Beautiful Circus. The show will open on Friday 4 May at Fennels Farm, Stroud with an official press night on Thursday 28 June at Chiswick House & Gardens, London....


BWW Review: VELVET at The Palms At Crown
by Victoria Beal - June 12, 2017

Born from a enthusiasm for disco and an appreciation for the returning popularity of the variety show, VELVET is a night of sheer entertainment. An amalgam of circus, burlesque, variety, and concert forms, the audience is taken on a disco journey that ends in a room full of dancing and unbridled joy...


NJ Rep Presents WEST END FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS 2018 Photo NJ Rep Presents WEST END FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS 2018
by A.A. Cristi - September 04, 2018

New Jersey Repertory Company is proud to present When the Circus Comes to Town, a Festival of the Arts that includes: Theatre Brut (32 short plays), live music, an art show, a photography exhibit, poetry readings, and new this year - an afternoon of children's storytelling.  It's all taking place at...


Photo Flash: Jennifer Saunders, Anna Friel and More Visit MY BEAUTIFUL CIRCUS Photo Photo Flash: Jennifer Saunders, Anna Friel and More Visit MY BEAUTIFUL CIRCUS
by Julie Musbach - July 02, 2018

Giffords Circus celebrates the 250th anniversary of the wonder of circus, with a UK premiere tour of their new show, My Beautiful Circus. The show held its official press night on Thursday 28th June at Chiswick House & Gardens, London. Check out the photos below!...


BWW Review: THE NIGHT CIRCUS by Erin Morgenstern Photo BWW Review: THE NIGHT CIRCUS by Erin Morgenstern
by Bonnie Lynn Wagner - February 20, 2018

THE NIGHT CIRCUS absolutely blew me away when I first read it, and it still does now upon a fresh reading. It's gorgeous and Morgenstern has breathed so much life and vitality into her world that I felt something missing after I turned the last page. I wanted more. I wanted Le Cirque des Rêves to be...


TV: Run Away and Join CIRCUS 1903; Meet the Human and Animal Stars Photo TV: Run Away and Join CIRCUS 1903; Meet the Human and Animal Stars
by Jamie Body - September 26, 2018

CIRCUS 1903 will have its European premiere at the Southbank Centre's Royal Festival Hall this winter, playing 19 December to 5 January - book tickets here. Get a sneak preview in our video below!...


Cork Midsummer Festival Celebrates 250 Years Of Circus Photo Cork Midsummer Festival Celebrates 250 Years Of Circus
by Julie Musbach - June 05, 2018

Cork Midsummer Festival, running from 15-24 June, is to celebrate 250 years of circus with ground-breaking new work and free family-friendly events. Munster's largest annual multi-disciplinary arts festival will mark the anniversary of the popular art form with the Irish premiere of hip hop/circus f...


Big Apple Circus Run Extended Through May 13 Photo Big Apple Circus Run Extended Through May 13
by Stephi Wild - April 19, 2018

BigTop Works, the new producers of BIG APPLE CIRCUS, are pleased to announce that due to popular demand, the Boston area run has been extended through Sunday, May 13. The full lineup of global artists and acts, including 10-time world record-holding high wire artist Nik Wallenda, is playing under th...


The Kentucky Center And Leo Weekly Present CIRQUELOUIS: GRAVITY'S VARIETIES Photo The Kentucky Center And Leo Weekly Present CIRQUELOUIS: GRAVITY'S VARIETIES
by Stephi Wild - October 25, 2018

The Kentucky Center presents CirqueLouis: Gravity's Varieties Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, November 4, 2018 at 2 p.m. - sensory friendly showing....


Cinnabon' and Carvel' Join the Big Apple Circus' 40th Anniversary Tour Photo Cinnabon' and Carvel' Join the Big Apple Circus' 40th Anniversary Tour
by Marina Kennedy - November 02, 2017

Step right up! Cinnabon and CarvelAmerica's Freshest Ice Cream are joining the Big Apple Circus for their 40 th Anniversary Tour as the official cinnamon roll and birthday cake under the Big Top. The two beloved brands will be highlights of the show's concessions during its 40 th Anniversary...


Giffords Circus Perform At Sackler Courtyard, Victoria and Albert Museum Ahead Of UK Photo Giffords Circus Perform At Sackler Courtyard, Victoria and Albert Museum Ahead Of UK Wide Tour
by Stephi Wild - February 15, 2018

Yesterday, children and adults alike were given a half term treat that they wouldn't forget, as the renowned Giffords Circus put on a show in Sackler Courtyard, V&A Museum, giving guests a taster of what to expect from their upcoming UK tour....


Photo Flash: First Look at Giffords Circus' MY BEAUTIFUL CIRCUS Tour Photo Photo Flash: First Look at Giffords Circus' MY BEAUTIFUL CIRCUS Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 04, 2018

Giffords Circus celebrates the 250th anniversary of the wonder of circus, with a UK premiere tour of their new show, My Beautiful Circus. The show will open on Friday 4th May at Fennells Farm, Stroud with the official press night on Thursday 28th June at Chiswick House & Gardens, London....


VIDEO: Watch a Preview of Julie Swetnick Meeting with John Heilemann on THE CIRCUS Photo VIDEO: Watch a Preview of Julie Swetnick Meeting with John Heilemann on THE CIRCUS
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 27, 2018

On the eve of a highly anticipated hearing regarding charges of sexual misconduct swirling around Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, new accuser Julie Swetnick gave her first and only TV interview since leveling shocking allegations against Kavanaugh to John Heilemann, co-host of THE CIRCUS on S...


Network of Independent Critics Announces Participants for Edinburgh 2017
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2017

After a successful first season at the 2016 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the NIC has again selected a team of specialist critics who will each focus on niche or genre performance over a six-night stay at the Fringe....






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