Women Performers Have Been At The Heart Of The Circus For 250 Years, And They're Still Breaking Paths Today
"It has been 250 years since 'modern' circus was born with Philip Astley's invention of the equestrian ring in London in 1768. ... What is often overlooked about that first event is that Patty Astley, a talented equestrian, was right there alongside her husband in the creation of modern circus. As part of her act, […]