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Ringmaster (circus)
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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
Ringmaster at a circus
Ringmaster at a circus
Philip Astley
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Philip Astley was an English equestrian, circus owner, and inventor, regarded as being the "father of the modern circus". Modern circus, as an integrated entertainment experience that includes music,
Ringmaster (circus)
…in America the original Ringmaster military costume is still used, harking back to the Royal Dragoons military uniform of Newcastle-under-Lyme born Philip Astley the "Father of Modern Circus and Original Ringmaster", this look was further promoted by the release of the film "The Greatest Showman", which is very…
Interior View of Astley's Amphitheatre, 1777 [1840].
Interior View of Astley's Amphitheatre, 1777 [1840].
Commemorative plaque at Cornwall Rd. Lambeth, near the site of the world's first circus performances at Ha'penny Hatch. Copyright LERA
Commemorative plaque at Cornwall Rd. Lambeth, near the site of the world's first circus performances at Ha'penny Hatch. Copyright LERA
Astley's Amphitheatre in London circa 1808.
Astley's Amphitheatre in London circa 1808.
Astley's Amphitheatre flagstone in the garden of St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth. Copyright Zippos Circus.
Astley's Amphitheatre flagstone in the garden of St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth. Copyright Zippos Circus.