Sujets :
Histoire des arts du cirque - 18e siècle
Histoire des arts du cirque - 19e siècle
Histoire des arts du cirque - États-Unis
Histoire des arts du cirque - Royaume-Uni
Astley, Philip [écuyer, propriétaire de cirque]
Astley's Amphitheatre [bâtiment de cirque]
Hugues, Charles
Ricketts, John Bill (1769-1800)
Royal Circus [Angleterre]
Ducrow, Andrew
Dibdin, Charley
Lailson, Philip
Histoire des arts du cirque - Canada
Histoire des arts du cirque - Québec (Province)
Cirque Cayetano
Pepin and Breschard [compagnie de cirque]
Codet, Mr.
Barnum, Phineas Taylor [directeur de cirque]
Ames, Charles T. [propriétaire de cirque]
Cole Bros. Circus [compagnie de cirque]
Cooper, James
Forepaugh, Adam [propriétaire de cirque]
Hippodrome
Nixon, James
O'Brien, John
Raymond, J.
Rice, Dan [clown]
Sands, Richards
Titus, Lewis

Résumé :
This intriguing work chronicles the history of the American circus from its roots in England through its importation to America to the end of the nineteenth century. It introduces the early pioneers of the circus, addresses business concerns such as management and training, and discusses the development of the show itself, including the incorporation of menageries, the need for animal training and care, the addition of circus music, the use of the tent, and the unique attractions of side shows and "freaks." Personal stories of those who made their lives under the "big top" are woven throughout the narrative, adding an intimate perspective to one of America’s most enduring entertainments. [editor summary]

Collection : Bibliothèque de l'École nationale de cirque

Localisation : Bibliothèque

Cote : 791.309 73 K871r 2011

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