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Introduction to Circus Arts

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Stilt Walking

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The act of walking with long poles attached to the legs. It has been used for both practical and entertainment purposes, dating back to ancient Greece.

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Plate Spinning

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The act of spinning plates on poles or sticks, maintaining multiple rotations simultaneously. Origins are linked to Chinese acrobatics.

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Aerial Silk

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Performers execute acrobatic skills while hanging from a special fabric. This art form was popularized in the late 20th century.

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Human Cannonball

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A stunt where a person is ejected from a specially designed cannon. The act has been around since the late 19th century.

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Animal Training

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The instruction of animals to perform tricks and behaviors for entertainment. Its use in circuses dates back to the 18th century, but is declining due to ethical concerns.

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Contortion

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An art form showcasing extreme flexibility of the human body. It has a long history and can be found in cultures from ancient Egypt and East Asia.

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Trapeze

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A performance art where an acrobat executes maneuvers on a horizontal bar hanging by ropes. Originated in France in the mid-1800s.

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Tightrope Walking

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The act of walking along a thin wire or rope, often high above the ground. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Greece and Rome.

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Juggling

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The act of tossing and catching or manipulating objects, keeping them in constant motion. It's an ancient art, with evidence from Ancient Egypt.

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Clowning

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Comic performances involving slapstick, physical humor, and colorful costumes. Its roots can be traced to various ancient cultures, including the court jesters of medieval Europe.

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