Showbiz Dictionary: “The Pitch”
Posted By thecircusblog on December 13, 2008
The Pitch: Just before intermission the ring master would start the pitch which was the sale of coloring books, chocolate bars and small toys.
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Showbiz Dictionary: “High Seating”
Posted By thecircusblog on December 13, 2008
High Seating: When the ushers are pushing the audience higher in the bleachers to make more room for those coming in.
Showbiz Dictionary: “Strawing”
Posted By thecircusblog on December 13, 2008
Strawing: This happened when there were more people in the audience than there were seats. The workers would bring in bales of straw and throw them down in front of the seats or wherever there was room. This was called “strawing” or looks like a “strawthum” crowd.
Learmont Elephant
Posted By thecircusblog on December 13, 2008
Early 1950’s: Here is Mr. Learmont and one of his trainers at his farm in Southern California.
Learmont Chimps
Posted By thecircusblog on December 13, 2008
Do a little dance, sing a little song, stick out your tongue and pat your head, spin around and don’t fall down. As you can see, they are having lots of fun. The trainer of these chimps was Al Antinuchi.
Elephant 3 High
Posted By thecircusblog on December 13, 2008
Not a big trick but the kids liked it. Ed C. Learmont animels
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