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Circus Arts Terminology

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Tightrope

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A tightly stretched rope or wire on which acrobats perform high above the ground, usually using a balancing pole.

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Juggling

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The act of continuously tossing objects into the air and catching them in a rhythmic pattern.

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Clown

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A performer characterized by colorful costumes, exaggerated makeup, and comedic acts designed to entertain and amuse.

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Ringmaster

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The host or narrator of a circus performance, traditionally dressed in an elaborate coat and top hat.

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Trapeze

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A horizontal bar hung by ropes or metal straps from a support, used by acrobats for aerial acts.

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Aerial Silk

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A type of performance in which one or more acrobats perform aerial acrobatics while hanging from a special fabric.

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Tumbler

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An acrobat who performs gymnastic feats such as flips, rolls, jumps, and somersaults.

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Human Cannonball

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An act where a person is launched from a specially designed cannon and typically lands on a net or airbag.

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Contortionist

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A performer who demonstrates extreme flexibility and can bend their body into unusual positions.

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Stilt Walker

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Performers who walk on stilts, which are poles equipped with steps for the feet to enable the wearer to stand at a height above the ground.

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Fire Breather

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A performer who creates flames by breathing a mist of fuel over an open flame.

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Balancing Act

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A performance that requires the artist to maintain equilibrium while on an unstable surface or object.

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Cyr Wheel

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A large ring that the performer stands inside of and spins, creating an illusion of floating and flying.

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Globe of Death

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A spherical cage in which motorcyclists perform stunts while riding along its inner walls, often crisscrossing paths at high speed.

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Lion Tamer

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An act where the performer exhibits control over one or more large cats, such as lions or tigers.

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