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Death Defying Acts: The History of the Circus

DeKalb Public Library

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Thu, 14 Aug, 2025 at 07:00 pm

1 hour

309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, United States, Illinois 60115

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Thu, 14 Aug, 2025 at 07:00 pm to 08:00 pm (CDT)

309 Oak St, DeKalb, Illinois 60115

309 Oak St, Dekalb, IL 60115-3369, United States

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Death Defying Acts: The History of the Circus
P.T. Barnum may be the biggest name, but he was only a small part of the story of the circus. William Pack takes you on a fantastical journey through the history of the circus, from Phil Astley’s creation of the modern circus in 1768 to Dan Rice, “the most famous person you never heard of,” to the incredible feud between Barnum and the Ringling Brothers. You’ll hear stories of triumph, disaster, and the grand adventure of the travelling circus.

The program is free and does not require registration. Popcorn will be provided. All ages are welcome.

For more information, please contact Britta at YnJpdHRhayB8IGRrcGwgISBvcmc= or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.


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Death Defying Acts: The History of the Circus, 14 August | Event in Dekalb | AllEvents
Death Defying Acts: The History of the Circus
Thu, 14 Aug, 2025 at 07:00 pm