January 19, 2017
from Gary Payne, CFA President
The announcement of the forthcoming closing of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey has caught the imagination of the media and produced ironically some positive results for the CFA and Circus Fans and friends everywhere.
We’re seeing quite a bounce in membership inquiries and media requests for interviews as to our reaction to the announcement—all while ticket sales for the Ringling show and others seem to be exploding.
I need all CFA members to stay on message with us, and let’s keep the momentum going!
- We’re sad to see the demise of The Greatest Show on Earth, a household name and valued tradition for 146 years, but….
- We stand with the cast and crew of the two units as they transition into other career roles, and we thank them for their devotion to the fabulous world of the circus.
- We support all other circuses that currently are touring or presenting performances—some two dozen traditional troupes and over 300 youth circus companies or academies around the nation.
- We encourage the public to support our efforts to save the circus traditions in America by joining CFA, and most importantly by attending the circus when it comes to their town or city.
- We love the circus in all its forms and we continue to honor our mission of advocating for all circus people, animals, and arts.
Check this website regularly for updates!
Gary Payne
President
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