Circus Amok
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Circus Amok is a New York City-based circus and theater troupe that produces free outdoor performances every year in the NYC parks. Founded in 1989 by performance artist Jennifer Miller[1], who directs the company, the troupe began touring the city parks annually in 1994. The company performs in small neighborhood parks and well-traveled public squares in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan and Queens. Circus Amok's performances address various political themes and social justice issues, which in recent years have included housing, health care, gentrification, gay marriage, immigration, the Department of Homeland Security, police brutality, and public education.[2].
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[edit] History
Circus Amok started doing one-off performances at P.S. 122 in 1989, and started developing free outdoor seasonal shows in 1994. They have regularly toured public parks in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx since then[2].
[edit] References
- ^ Political Circus Dazzles Brooklyn by Marie Carter, September, 2007
- ^ a b Juggler Vein: Circus Amok Puts Politics in the Center Ring by Lawrence Ferber, August 31-September 6, 2006
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[edit] External links
- Official Website
- Village Voice article, July 8-14, 1998
- New York Times Video
