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Enigmatic Roles Behind Vintage Circus Scenes
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Across
  • 1. Master of ceremonies who commands the circus action
  • 2. Driver or handler of beasts of burden in circus
  • 3. Creator of images for pre-show ambiance using grains
  • 4. To travel and perform, often in small rural venues
  • 5. Light technician managing vintage lamps and effects
  • 6. Artist who applies elaborate disguises or makeup
  • 8. Caretaker of birds of prey in circus acts
  • 9. Performer who entertains with humor and slapstick
  • 16. One who handles and trains circus beasts
  • 19. Solitary odd job akin to caretaker but unusual role
Down
  • 7. Performer who blows flames for dramatic effect
  • 10. Specialist who directs animals with a sharp sound
  • 11. Athlete performing daring acrobatic flips and rolls
  • 12. Art of bending one’s body into unusual shapes
  • 13. Illusionist who mystifies the audience with tricks
  • 14. Carnival worker often found behind circus scenes
  • 15. Person who signals acts start and cues performers
  • 17. Artist who skillfully tosses multiple objects
  • 18. Narrow wire walked by skilled circus acrobat
  • 20. Rare assistant ensuring performers wear proper costumes

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