Opulence and Ostentation: building the circus - Couverture souple

Ward, Steve

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 195860402X ISBN 13 : 9781958604021

Editeur : Modern Vaudeville Press, 2023

Synopsis

Since the foundation of the 'modern' circus in the eighteenth century, the circus has been presented in defined spaces. Initially, performances were given in the open air and, over a period of time, these spaces first became enclosed and then later roofed. Temporary wooden structures often became semi-permanent until, in the nineteenth century, many permanent stone-built buildings were erected solely for the purpose of presenting circus. This phenomenon spread from the UK across Europe and beyond, creating a style of circus architecture that has never been repeated. The purpose of this book is to examine what caused these buildings to be constructed and their design and architecture. Examples of key structures will be explored in detail, some of them still surviving today and still being used for circus performances. The book will also look at the developments of contemporary circus architecture and raise questions as to the future of the circus building.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Modern Vaudeville Press
• Date d'édition: 2023
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 195860402X
• ISBN 13: 9781958604021
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 247
• Éditeur: Wall Thom
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