The modern day circus can be described as a multimillion dollar technological spectacular, but it was not always that way! Explore the early days of the circus and discover what factors contibuted to this evolution. What effect did the arrival of the circus have on the towns it visited? What acts were part of the typical circus? What kind of reputation did the circus performers and workers have? Why is the circus still a cultural icon, in the age when consumers have so many entertainment choices?