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Science Under the Big Top
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Animal Communication
Animals communicate with each other through sound and motion. Is there a way for us to understand what they are saying?
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Balance Bar
Performers who rely on balance for success are bound by the laws of physics, the body's center of gravity, and the state of their minds.
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Ballyhoo Silhouette
Real or fake? Is it really happening or not? The "ballyhoo" combines some scientific truth with a great deal of exaggeration.
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Circus Lingo
There is a particular jargon that belongs exclusively to the world of the circus. The rich tapestry of circus lingo evolved from convenience and daily usage. Circus expressions are also the product of cross-cultural influences.
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Circus Music
The circus (traditional and nouveau) is filled with a symphony of sounds, ranging from the calliope and live band to the crack of the whip. Individually, they can affect our emotional states, prompting laughter, surprise, anticipation, and even irritation. Collectively they help create an atmosphere with an irresistible appeal.
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