Producer – Signe Taylor

In Production

Circus Dreams will be a feature-length documentary about a dynamic group of 12 to 18 year olds performing in Circus Smirkus, the only youth touring circus in the country. Shot during the spring and summer of 2006, the filmmakers recorded over 400 hours of tape to capture the full creative arc involved in bringing a professional level circus to fruition.

Starting with the tense audition process where some performers fail to make the grade, the coverage continues with the grueling three-week show development stage in Greensboro, Vermont. Next the troopers hit the road for an exhausting and exhilarating 7 week, 70 show New England road tour. By focusing on several charismatic performers, the documentary will immerse viewers into circus life, capturing the rigorous training and constant traveling as well as the artistic and emotional growth of these vibrant young people. Signe Taylor, the Project Director, is currently seeking support to edit this inspirational, educational and dramatic work.

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