BABY BARACK INTRODUCED AT FUNUNDRUM

NEVINS AMUSEMENTS MERRY-GO-ROUND

My friend Halle Nevins, out on Long Island, sent me these

pictures of his just refurbished three abreast merry-go-round.

All I can say is BEAUTIFUL HALLE!

The Nevins Show plays spots out on Long Island all summer!

The show's winterquarters is located in Brentwood.

Bill and I spent one summer, 1979, with the show with our
Glass House and Giant Spider Show.

COLE SHOW DISCOUNT TICKET

FRONT PAGE MEDINA NY NEWSPAPER, FRIDAY

COLE SHOW IS OPEN!

MEDINA: Circus entertains with jugglers, animals and clowns
By Rikki CasonE-mail RikkiThe Journal-Register
MEDINA — With the month of January under way, it is time once again for an annual area favorite. The Billy Martin’s Cole All-Star Circus will return to entertain Medina on Friday at the Wise Middle School gym. This year, two 90-minute shows will be performed at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.
“It’s the 21st annual,” Martin said of performing in Medina. “The show has gone over terrific this year — very very good.”
At this year’s show, audience members will get to see several new acts, including aerialists, the Valla Duo. Martin said that Batman will make a special appearance, and children can even get their picture taken with him.
According to Martin, back by popular demand is Slinko, a cirque-style variety act from Las Vegas and Brett Marshall, a BMX rider. Martin said that other acts will include jugglers, acrobats and unicyclists.
The circus will again benefit the Jade branch of TWIG Association. TWIG President Ellen Tynan said that each year, the circus brings an average $1,400 to benefit Medina Memorial Health Care Systems. Tynan said that this year’s funds will go to improve the North Wing of the hospital, which is where the nursing home is located.
“They have fun different acts,” said TWIG member Sue Phillips. “Each year, it’s always different. It’s fun and affordable.”
Tynan said that in the past, the circus has been held on some of the coldest nights of the year, so they have good attendance and the price makes it affordable for families. She also said that by holding two shows, everyone can be sure to get a good seat.
Besides the circus, Martin said that all of the fun, traditional favorite foods will be available. He also said the circus will again have the popular light-up toys. TWIG will be selling candy to raise extra money during the event.
The price for this year’s show is $12 for an adult ticket at the door. With every adult ticket purchased, children 12 years and younger are admitted free.
Martin said even with prices for things going up, he refused to raise ticket prices.
“I keep prices the same so families can come and be entertained,” Martin said.
Around Orleans County, the Cole All-Star Circus will also be performing at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 29 at the Albion High School gym. The show will benefit the Close-Up Government Club.
The All-Star Circus also will perform at 7 p.m. Jan. 30 at the Holley Intermediate School gym, benefiting the school’s National Honor Society. Tickets can be purchased at the school offices for $7 in advance or $12 at the door. Children 12 years and younger will be admitted free when accompanied by an adult.

BEERS & BARNES CIRCUS (MID 50'S)

Beers and Barnes Circus toured mainly on the East Coast.

Playing small towns year after year.

It was owned by two families.

The late wild aninal trainer Dave Hoover married Lois Barnes, daughter

of one of the owners Roger Barnes.

I'm judging that htese poctures were probably from the mid- 50's

or very early 60's. By the way these pictures were some of the first posts

I made on this blog back in 2008.

CHECK THIS OUT!

"TRESSES" VICKY & WIDNY---GOLD UNIT (FROM MIKE NAUGHTON)

"Tresses" presented by Vicky and Widny. Appearing with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey's Greatest Show on Earth. Gold Unit, 2010-2011. Mike Naughton, exclusive management Michael@Naughton Attractions...

Miami This Week -- THE RED UNIT

RINGLING ELEPHANT GETS A BATH!

Circus in Venice depicts a journey of self-discovery (From Scott Bundy)

STAFF PHOTO / CHIP LITHERLAND A performer hangs from the trapeze during the opening act of the Cirquesa- Dreamquest in Venice on Wednesday. The show runs through Jan. 18 and benefits the Sertoma Club of Venice.
By KAITLIN GRIFFITHHerald-Tribune Intern

Published: Thursday, January 7, 2010 at 1:00 a.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at 9:04 p.m.
VENICE - Circus fans gathered under the big top Wednesday night for a sneak preview of Cirquesa-Dreamquest, which opens today and runs through Jan. 18.
Produced by brothers Noe and Ivan Espana of Englewood, Cirquesa-Dreamquest is visiting the city for its second year.
Some of the proceeds benefit Sertoma Club of Venice.
Cirquesa-Dreamquest is a family-operated circus of fifth-generation performers.
Cirquesa-Dreamquest is the story of Michael, a young boy who embarks on a journey of self-discovery. The journey begins in Michael's fantasy world, where his deceased mother promises to take him to the circus. As the circus progresses, Michael earns puzzle pieces for balance, strength and courage.
Cirquesa has new acts including the Icarian games, tight wire, singing trapeze and acrobatic disc dogs. Cirquesa performed in Canada, Puerto Rico and other locations around the world. Cirquesa-Dreamquest will be presented under the European-style tents at 851 Venetia Bay Blvd.
Tickets are $27 for ringside seating, $18 for preferred seating and $13 for general admission.
Children under 3 are admitted free.
(from the Sarasota Herald Tribune)

ASST'D VIEWS OF BARNUM'S FUNUNDRUM (TAMPA, OPENING NIGHT)

Ringling Bros Barnum & Bailey photos

Florida circus guide: Ringling sends three shows across state in January

Thanks! Mike Naughton! This image is from the new 2010 Funundrum tour of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. (FELD ENTERTAINMENT)

From the Orlando Sentinel

For the biggest show on earth, namely the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, the long performing season begins in Florida.
In 2010, the company sends three shows through nine cities in the Sunshine State.
The all-new gold tour titled Illuscination hits West Palm Beach, Sarasota, Fort Myers, Lakeland and Tallahassee.
The red tour titled Zing Zang Zoom makes a stop in Miami.
And the all-new blue tour titled Funundrum heads to Tampa, Orlando and Jacksonville.
Details are below:

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RINGLING SHOWS FLORIDA ROUTES 2010

(SORRY FOR THE FORMAT)
Funundrum - All-new Blue Tour
Tampa, FloridaSt. Pete Times ForumWed January 6 7:30PMThu January 7 7:30PMFri January 8 7:30PMSat January 9 11:30AM, 3:30PM, 7:30PMSun January 10 1:00PM, 5:00PM
Orlando, FloridaAmway ArenaThu January 14 7:30PMFri January 15 7:30PMSat January 16 11:30AM, 3:30PM, 7:30PMSun January 17 1:00PM, 5:00PM
Jacksonville, FloridaJacksonville Veterans Memorial ArenaThu January 21 7:30PMFri January 22 3:30PM, 7:30PMSat January 23 11:30AM, 3:30PM, 7:30PMSun January 24 1:00PM, 5:00PM
Illuscination - All-new Gold Tour
West Palm Beach, Florida Americraft Expo Center at the South Florida FairgroundsWed December 23 7:00PMFri December 25 3:00PM, 7:00PMSat December 26 11:00AM, 3:00PM, 7:00PMSun December 27 11:00AM, 3:00PM, 7:00PMMon December 28 3:00PM, 7:00PM
Sarasota, FloridaRobarts ArenaThu December 31 4:30PMFri January 1 3:00PM, 7:00PMSat January 2 11:00AM, 3:00PM, 7:00PMSun January 3 1:00PM, 5:00PM

Fort Myers, Florida Germain ArenaThu January 7 7:00PMFri January 8 7:00PMSat January 9 3:00PM, 7:00PMSun January 10 1:00PM, 5:00PM
Lakeland, Florida The Lakeland CenterFri January 15 7:00PMSat January 16 2:00PM, 6:00PMSun January 17 1:00PM
Tallahassee, FloridaTallahassee- Leon County Civic CenterThu January 28 7:00PMFri January 29 7:00PMSat January 30 3:00PM, 7:00PMSun January 31 1:00PM, 5:00PM
Zing Zang Zoom - Red Tour
Miami, Florida American Airlines Arena Fri January 8 7:30PMSat January 9 11:30AM, 3:30PM, 7:30PMSun January 10 1:30PM, 5:30PMWed January 13 7:30PMThu January 14 7:30PMFri January 15 7:30PMSat January 16 11:30AM, 3:30PM, 7:30PMSun January 17 1:30PM, 5:30PMMon January 18 6:00PM Copyright © 2010, Orlando Sentinel

Zing Zang Zoom - Red Tour
Miami, FloridaAmerican Airlines ArenaFri January 8 7:30PMSat January 9 11:30AM, 3:30PM, 7:30PMSun January 10 1:30PM, 5:30PMWed January 13 7:30PMThu January 14 7:30PMFri January 15 7:30PMSat January 16 11:30AM, 3:30PM, 7:30PMSun January 17 1:30PM, 5:30PMMon January 18 6:00PM Copyright © 2010, Orlando Sentinel

PETA SCREWS UP AGAIN!

Buzz up! January 5, 2010
PETA Ad Uses Mrs. Obama's Likeness without Permission RT @extratv Share: PETA Ad Uses Mrs. Obama's Likeness without PermissionPosted on January 5, 2010
A new PETA anti-fur ad is under fire for using a Michelle Obama photo without permission from the White House.

Just goes to show you these nuts will do anything

to get THEIR message across!

FROM HAL GUYON

Hey Guy`s

Thought all of you would like to see this, it was in on The State Newspaper web site http://www.thestate.com/ here in Columbia SC today.

Hats off to the Columbia South Carolina Police Dept for denying their permit. I hope this comes out clear enough for you to read, if not go to their web site.

Hal Guyon

BILLY ROSE'S "JUMBO" 1962

Doris Day & Jimmy Durante

U.K.'S NORMAN BARRETT

Published Date: 02 January 2010 By Shelagh Parkinson

FROM the big top to Buckingham Palace!

Blackpool-based circus ringmaster Norman Barrett was delighted when he heard he had been awarded an MBE for services to the entertainment world in the New Year Honours List.
He is the first ringmaster to receive an honour, but the 74-year-old entertainer says the accolade recognises everyone who has helped make circus the art form it is today.
He said: "I was very surprised because over the years, although the circus is an art form, we have always missed out on awards like this.
"So to be included means I'm absolutely thrilled for myself and for everyone in the circus industry to be recognised in this way. The good thing about circus is that it's coming back again. With the greatest respect, television isn't what it used to be and people want to go out and see live shows.
"We are performing to more teenagers than ever before."
Norman started performing when he was 12 and joined the Bertram Mills Circus in 1959 where he rose from animal presenter and trainer to senior ringmaster.
He came to Blackpool Tower Circus in 1973, where he appeared with the legendary clown Charlie Caroli, and became famous as the ringmaster as well as for his unique comedy budgie act which sees the birds play on slides and roundabouts.
He said: "I have very fond memories of the Tower Circus and of working there with the great Charlie Caroli. The Tower Circus is one of the most beautiful buildings in the world."
Mr Barrett still lives in Blackpool, but is currently performing with his budgie act in Frankfurt, Germany. Then he will rejoin Zippos Circus on its tour this summer.
He added: "I love every moment of what I do. My wife and I don't spend a lot of time in Blackpool because we are always going here and there.
"But we both have fun going to these places. There are two real hams left – me and Ken Dodd. We just love to entertain!"
Martin Burton, founder of Zippos Circus, where Mr Barrett has been ringmaster since 2001, said: "Norman, with his inimitable style and showmanship, is recognised across the globe as the world's greatest living ringmaster.
"People in the circus industry are very rarely recognised for their achievements, the role they play within the community and the pleasure they bring to so many. This award is long overdue for Norman and a triumph for the circus as a whole."