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Ringmaster (circus) A ringmaster or ringmistress, or sometimes a ringleader, is a significant performer in many circuses. Most often seen in traditional circuses, the ringmaster is a master of ceremonies that introduces the circus acts to the audience. In smaller circuses, the ringmaster is often the owner and artistic director of the circus.
Aug 29, 2023 · The traditional circus ringmaster is a key manager of the show along with the tentmaster, the transport manager, the advance publicity manager, the stable manager, and the front of house (seating ...
One Day Stand: Most circus dates were of day’s duration. Opening: The spiel or speech given by the talker in front of a show. On circus side shows, the first opening given with many people on the bally platform, was the ‘First Opening’. Opera: A showman’s term for a travelling show.
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During the 19th century, the circus ringmaster played a crucial role in creating a captivating spectacle of showmanship and control. The ringmaster, with his commanding presence and authoritative voice, was the focal point of the circus performance, orchestrating the various acts and engaging the audience. With his colorful attire, top hat, and ...
Sep 18, 2014 · All this is why I was really excited to talk to David Shipman, the real-life Ringmaster for The Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey Circus. Shipman and the rest of the Circus are up in our neck of the woods for the next couple weeks performing Super Circus Heroes show (tonight through Sept. 21 in Everett, and Sept. 25-28 in Kent).
May 19, 2017 · Johnathan Lee Iverson, the first African-American ringmaster of "The Greatest Show on Earth," helms the famed Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus for its last performance this Sunday.
The ringmaster is the stage manager for the performance, and usually is also the 'artistic director' of the show, arranging the various individual acts in the best order and choreographing extra material such as opening and finale sequences. He (or she) is also the 'safety officer', checking that the performers' equipment is up to scratch and ...
