thecircusblog | August 1, 2011
I met Al Antonucci when I was a young man, long before I was involved with chimps. We had one chimp Jackie that my mother worked. As for myself I had no desire to become a chimp trainer. I knew the great ones ….Ruben Castang, Henry Tyndall, Del Graham Sr. and others in our business. […]
thecircusblog | July 24, 2011
thecircusblog | July 24, 2011
If anyone knows who these performers are please advise. The photo was taken in the late 1940’s or early 1950’s. Thanks for your comment… Jerry.
thecircusblog | June 12, 2011
I personally have never seen an act such as this. Jumping from a pedestal to a trampoline then casting herself into his hands to complete the trick. Photo from the Carson collection. Mark…… has made a comment.
thecircusblog | August 4, 2009
Once inside the main entrance you found a well lit and clean performance area and as always the excitement was everywhere. They had a compact midway with a petting zoo presenting many animals for the kids to feed. The atmosphere was very family oriented. As I watched the… “Come In” the magic of the circus was on the faces of the […]
thecircusblog | August 4, 2009
At the menagerie you were met with the smiling face of Gene Hembree. Gene and his little helper ….who’s father was a performer in the circus….were selling cups of grain to feed to the animals.
thecircusblog | August 4, 2009
My little grandchild was captured by the circus. During any dance number or walk around, she wanted to be a part of the show and when the spec past it was almost impossible to keep her in her seat. I think my little Isabel may grow up to become a performer. She loved the lady on the Spanish […]
thecircusblog | August 4, 2009
This act was smooth and precise in their performance. Do you know their names?
thecircusblog | August 4, 2009
The Clown wardrobe looked good. This one was a favorite with the kids.
