Circus

Over the course of six dramatic hours, the documentary follows the legendary Big Apple Circus on an unforgettable journey from the big top to the "back lot", where nail-biting drama unfolds both high in the air and down on the ground and the real heart of the circus beats. Circus goes behind the scenes to explore a distinctive world with its own rules and lingo and no fixed address. It reveals the sights, sounds and stories of the circus' fascinating cultural legacy in unprecedented breadth and scope as viewers escape into a place of passion, excitement, perseverance and even heartache. From the training and rehearsals to the bravery and the intensity of life - and work - in the circus, the cameras capture it all. Grab a front-row seat as members of the Big Apple family experience life-changing moments.

Show Info

Network: United States PBS (2010 - 2010)
Schedule: Wednesdays at 21:00 (60 min)
Status: Ended
Show Type: Documentary
Episodes ordered: 6 episodes

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Previous Episode

Down the Road

Episode 1x06; Nov 17, 2010

Emotions run high as the circus season winds down. Many members of the cast and crew won't be going back to Big Apple next season — some are heading to Europe; others are still trying to figure out what's next. Some of the younger performers who have

Previous Episodes

Episode NameAirdateTrailer
1x06: Down the RoadNov 17, 2010
1x05: Born to Be CircusNov 17, 2010
1x04: Survival of the FittestNov 10, 2010
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