The Last Laugh
thecircusblog | July 14, 2012
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Emmett Kelly
thecircusblog | July 14, 2012
Emmett Kelly was forever trying to sweep away the spotlight that shown on the circus arena floor. It was a funny gag that he or the spotlight operator invented. Emmett was known for his original walk- arounds. Of all the gags that he did, the eating of the cabbage was my favorite. I want to […]
Emmett Kelly
thecircusblog | July 14, 2012
This is a rare photo of Emmett caught with a smile on his face. Tramp clowns in make up are never to express being happy. This day was different…..Emmett received a phone call and learned of the birth of his daughter Stasia. Thanks for your comment Michael.
Dietter Tasso
thecircusblog | July 14, 2012
This photo of Dietter was taken on the Ringling show in 1956. He is still with us today doing his cup and saucer act only with a few little changes. Dietter was great then but he is even greater now. He can be seen on YouTube.
The Sounds of Jungleland
thecircusblog | July 14, 2012
Jungleland 1 Jungleland 2 In the mid-1960’s Roy Kabit came up with an idea for those with a sight impairment. He created, “The Sounds of Jungleland.” For those who couldn’t visit Disneyland by sight, he made it possiblecould by listening to the narrator and the different animals of Jungleland. This was a first, to help […]
Sideshows By The Seashore
thecircusblog | July 14, 2012
Sideshows By the Seashore
thecircusblog | July 14, 2012
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