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The Circus World Championships

BBC One
on BBC One London

Ringmaster Norman Barrett introduces a gala spectacular featuring the final night of the 1978 championships.

Outstanding international artistes combine grace and precision with panache and courage as they compete for the coveted titles of circus world champions in four breathtaking events.

The contenders:

Springboard: The Marosi Troupe (Hungary) v The Boitchanovi Troupe (Bulgaria)

Risley: Los Rios (France) v The Six Ashtons (USA)

Escapology: Alan Alan (Great Britain) v Manzini (USA)

Flying Trapeze: The Oslers (South Africa) v The Cavarettas (USA)

Staged in the Gerry Cottle Big Top by Ivor David Balding

Commentator Ray Moore

Contributors

Ringmaster:
Norman Barrett
Staged by:
Ivor David Balding
Chairman of Judges:
Jimmy Chipperfield
Commentator:
Ray Moore
Musical Director:
Laurie Holloway
Circus Executive Producer:
Adrian Metcalf
Director:
Ian Smith
Source: Radio Times

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