You've probably seen the phrase Zing, Zang, Zoom on billboards all over the region or heard the alliterative phrase on the radio and TV.
And by now you know that Zing, Zang, Zoom is the name of this year's edition of Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus that opened last night at the Spectrum in Philadelphia.
But do you know what Zing, Zang, Zoom means?
Well, to find out you have to go to the circus and experience the whole show.
And the star of the show is this year's Ring[zing]master, Alex Ramon.
Like the entire show, Alex exudes high-energy. He's all over the place. And this Zingmaster is called that because he's more than a Ringmaster; he has many other talents.
We were in the audience last night for the opening of Zing Zang Zoom and I can report to you that children of all ages were absolutely thrilled and delighted. This is one of the fastest paced editions of the circus that I have ever seen. The show moves along with a near-magical fluidity. It's nothing short of astounding.
And, yes - all of the things that you expect from the circus are here: acrobats, clowns, tumblers, high-wire performers, zebras, performing dogs, dancing horses, lions, tigers and (thank goodness!) the elephants.
Ringing Brothers is the real deal. This is the circus as it was meant to be; true to its heritage but also updated with a clever story and a new intimacy that will delight and astound you.
The Circus has spectacle and simplicity, dazzle and daring, magic and mystery, wonder and wackiness.
There is nothing else in the world like it.
Don't miss Zing Zang ZOOM!
2 comments:
Respectfully, I must submit information that your readership should be aware of regarding circuses.
Please visit http://www.circuses.com/ or http://www.mercyforanimals.org/CircusPSA.asp for information on the animal abuse visited upon performance animals before you consider attending ANY circus.
Many people are unaware of the training tactics used by some performance animal trainers. These websites -- and many, many others -- have information on this abuse and how the public can speak out against animal abuse in the industry and in general.
Unfortunately, abuse seems to be a pervasive problem in the circus industry. I want to heighten awareness of the wrongs being done behind the scenes; it's something I'm very passionate about and I hope you can be supportive of that.
Megan
I certainly respect your view and your right to it.
But Ringling Brothers takes great pains to explain their animal treatment policy and to assure all that the animals are well-treated and well cared for. On their web site, Ringling Brothers states:
"The animal care professionals at Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® believe that a positive, healthy environment is the only acceptable and successful method of working with animals. The animals are fed, watered, groomed and cleaned daily. The entire stable area, including individual stalls, is cleaned regularly. The manure is removed and fresh bedding is provided.
"Trainers teach animals routines that showcase their physical abilities and beauty, as well as their distinctive behaviors. Our training methods are based on reinforcement in the form of food rewards and words of praise. Verbal or physical abuse and the withholding of food or water are strictly prohibited. Drugs or sedatives are not administered unless prescribed by our vets for medical reasons."
For much more, go to:
http://www.ringling.com/FlashSubContent.aspx?id=11654&parentID=320&assetFolderID=340
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