Circus World (TV series) explained

Genre:Children
Documentary
Creator:Fintan Connolly
Fiona Bergin
Starring:Blake, Michael and Isabella Gerbola
Producer:Fiona Bergin
Country:Ireland
Language:English
Num Series:1
Num Episodes:10
Runtime:7 minutes
Company:Fubar Films
Channel:RTÉjr

Circus World is an Irish documentary series, produced by Fubar Films and screened on RTÉjr. The series premiered on Monday 4 July 2016. It follows the adventures of three children as they travel around Ireland with their mum and dad's circus. The series is produced by Fiona Bergin and filmed and directed by Fintan Connolly.[1]

Plot

Set in and around a real Irish circus, Blake (10), Michael (8), Isabella (5) and their parents Mikey and Tara Gerbola are the hosts. The ten part series follows the adventures of these three lively children as they travel all around Ireland putting up their tent. Each episode features a circus performer and their big top performance. We meet the different circus artistes – who come from all over the world – and observe the children try out new skills. Among the acts and activities featured are: clowning, acrobatics, wire walking, roller skating, magic, juggling, slapstick, flying, gymnastics and finale.

Each episode culminates with an entertaining aspect of the children' s life on the road. They are in a different county every day.[2]

Tagline

Brings all the fun and excitement of the circus to your screen.[3]

Episodes

Series 1 (2016)

No. Title Director Airdate

External links

Notes and References

  1. Molumby, Deirdre (July 4, 2016) "New children's series 'Circus World' commissioned by RTÉ" http://www.iftn.ie/news/?act1=record&only=1&aid=73&rid=4289367&tpl=archnews&force=1
  2. Web site: CIRCUS WORLD ON RTÉjr | RTÉ Presspack.
  3. Web site: CIRCUS WORLD ON RTÉjr | RTÉ Presspack.