Opulence and Ostentation Building the Circus Kevlar Fire Wick “PX3” refers to the club’s

“PX3” refers to the club’s flexible PVC plastic dowel which can bend slightly under force

producing an even glow that is much brighter than glow-in-the-dark juggling balls

Karen Bourre

this DVD breaks down poi moves into their fundamental elements and transitions

light weight

Opulence and Ostentation Building the Circus Kevlar Fire Wick “PX3” refers to the club’sThis book explores the architecture and physical spaces of circus performance an aspect of circus history that is often overlooked. Instead of focusing on performers or acts, Steve Ward examines the buildings themselves: how they were designed, why they were built, and how they shaped the circus experience. The book traces the evolution of circus venues from open air performances to enclosed wooden structures and eventually to permanent stone circus