The Franzini Family Science Circus
Tues. - Fri., July 22–25, 10:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Ripley Center, Smithsonian

Ages 5 to 12
 
 

Professor Franzini and Lippo the Clown lead an action-packed show about gravity, inertia, circular motion, air pressure, and balance – with the help of hula hoops, umbrellas, balls, cigar boxes, balloons, and Rosie, the scientifically trained wonder dog.  The show is wild and whacky (and a bit educational).

A Closer Look – About the Performance:

 Mimes, jugglers, clowns, and a dare-devil dog – it is all in the family – The Franzini Family Circus. Known as “The World’s Smallest Circus,” The Franzini Family Circus is complete with everything you would expect in a 3-ring show, performed in an intimate setting with plenty of opportunity for audience interaction. With a wealth of experience performing for corporations, USO tours, festivals, college campuses, and school and family groups, the Fabulous Franzini Circus brings their Big Top science circus to the small stage.

A Closer Look – About the Artists:

After an auspicious start in their hometown of Tampa, Florida, the Franzini Family has traveled all over the world, performing as well as teaching their craft in countries like Brazil, Germany, Korea, the Philippines and Australia. Other credits include the First Canadian Mime Festival, the Festival of American Mimes, the Milwaukee Clown Festival, and the Spoleto Festival. The Franzini Family has also appeared at the Ringling Medieval Festival as well as the Barnum & Bailey Thrill Circus. In addition, the Franzini Family was a featured act in the 1987 Circus Smirkus in Vermont where Lipi Franzini continued to help direct the Circus Smirkus shows through the 1999 season. The Franzini Family enjoys sponsorship for their educational programs through the Hillsborough County Arts Council.