Big Apple Circus Returns to Lincoln Center with Special Broadcast Team Appearances

Big Apple Circus Returns to Lincoln Center

• 🎪 The Big Apple Circus has returned to Lincoln Center for its annual engagement.
• 🎟️ The opening 11:00 a.m. show is sold out, but tickets are still available for the 6:00 p.m. performance.

Eyewitness News Team Participation

• 🎤 Charlene Alaka and another team member will be performing in the circus.
• 🤡 They humorously anticipate fitting in, given past experiences of being called clowns.
• 💬 The ringmaster advises performers to drink coffee and be ready to hype up the crowd, emphasizing the direct audience interaction.

Ringmaster's Advice and Personal Reflections

• ☕ The ringmaster's top advice for leading a circus is to drink a lot of coffee.
• 🗣️ Performers must be prepared for direct audience feedback, including potential booing, requiring them to be on their game.
• 🎭 The ringmaster admits to having been booed before and is unfazed.

Family Traditions and First Experiences

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The circus is highlighted as a cherished family tradition, with multiple team members sharing memories of bringing their children.
• 👶 For some children, like an 18-month-old son, this will be their first circus experience.
• 🎉 The event is described as a fun family event that brings joy to both children and adults.

Circus Run Dates

• 🗓️ The Big Apple Circus will be running through January 4th.