LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, BOYS AND GIRLS... welcome to the big top blog of Douglas McPherson, author of CIRCUS MANIA, the book described by Gerry Cottle as "A passionate and up-to-date look at the circus and its people."

Monday 16 January 2023

RIP Gina Lollobrigida, star of Trapeze


Sad to hear that Italian screen legend Gina Lollobrigida has passed away at the age of 95. Among her many roles, Gina starred with Burt Lancaster and Tony Curtis in one of the greatest circus films ever made: Trapeze. You can read my review of it here.


Gina in Trapeze


 

Sunday 1 January 2023

Tweedy the Clown BEM


Congratulations to Tweedy the Clown of Giffords Circus, awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to circus and the community in King Charles' first New Year Honours list.