Circus life: Why we should all run away with the circus
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The art form of circus was invented by impresario and trick horse rider Philip Astley in London in 1768. To mark its 250th anniversary 糖心logo入口 will be hosting a number of events celebrating the skills and traditions of the circus.
As the anniversary year reaches its finale, join and as they look to the future and discuss why we should all run away with the circus. Dea Birkett is a writer, journalist, broadcaster and former circus performer, and is Ringmaster of the Circus 250 project. Ron Beadle is Professor of Organisation and Business Ethics at Northumbria University and Visiting Professor at the National Centre for Circus Arts. He researches ethics in circus and is co-founder of the Circus Research Network.
This event accompanies the exhibition running at the Peltz Gallery from 7 November – 12 December 2018. Featuring paintings, drawings, photographs, film, ceramics and sculpture capturing and exploring the people, places and performances of the Circus.
Contact name: Natasha Marquiss
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