Ready To Go On
thecircusblog | October 9, 2008
Toni Madison and her Dogs. Siebrand Bros Circus, 1956. Toni Madison was my mothers stage name.
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Ladies of the Show
thecircusblog | October 9, 2008
Siebrand Bros 1947. They were having a baby shower for one of the ladies.
Ray and Yolanda
thecircusblog | October 9, 2008
Siebrand Bros. Circus 1956 …. They did two class acts, perch and juggling.
Senor Leonardo
thecircusblog | October 9, 2008
He not only was a fine ventriloquist, but he had another talent. During World War Two as he entertained all over Europe, He did espionage for the US. Who would think that a ventriloquist could gather information for Uncle Sam? He did and it was vital information. After the war in 1945, Leonardo came to the States and […]
Dennis Day
thecircusblog | October 9, 2008
I was director of entertainment for the National Date Festival, Indio, Calif. My job included special events, advertising and promotions. I needed a headliner for the Fair’s annual parade. I hired Dennis Day for the job as well as a master of ceremonies for special shows. The Fair had a great run.
The Cast and Crew
thecircusblog | October 7, 2008
Siebrand Bros Circus, Butte Montana.I believe this photo was taken in 1953.
Capt Clark and White Star
thecircusblog | October 7, 2008
This photo was taken mid 1930’s, The Siebrand Circus had a small two pole tent. In 1947 Dad built the stage.
The Tip and The Bally
thecircusblog | October 7, 2008
The pitch began “For the price of only fifty cents you will see ten big acts…YES TEN of the strangest people born to God’s green earth, each one will perform for you, and amaze you!They are waiting for you now on the inside so hurry get your tickets here to the left and right of […]
Pete Cortez Sideshow
thecircusblog | October 7, 2008
Just to the left is the circus. The show lasted about 30 minutes, then the blow off. Pete would start the bally on the base drum, and the pitch began. “Hey… Hi…. Look Over this way, wonders of the world here and on the inside, and your just in time.”
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