Super Circus facts for kids
Super Circus was a popular American television show. It aired live on Sunday afternoons from 1949 to 1956. The show was broadcast on the ABC network. It featured exciting circus acts and funny clowns. A live audience watched the performances. Super Circus won awards for its entertainment.
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About the Show
Super Circus was a unique show because it was broadcast live. This means there were no re-takes or edits. Everything happened right then and there! The show brought the fun of a circus tent to television screens. It featured many different acts. These included acrobats, animal trainers, and, of course, clowns.
Who Hosted Super Circus?
The show had several friendly hosts. Mary Hartline and Claude Kirchner were the main hosts for most of the show's run. They helped introduce the acts and keep the show moving. In the final season, Jerry Colonna took over as the "Ringmaster." A band also played music for the acts. Bruce Chase was the conductor, leading the band.
Where Was Super Circus Made?
For most of its time on air, Super Circus was produced in Chicago. This was from 1949 through 1955. For its very last season, the show moved its production. It was then made in New York City.
Show Sponsors
Many companies helped pay for Super Circus. These companies were called sponsors. Some of the well-known sponsors included Kellogg's Corn Flakes. Mars, Inc. also sponsored the show. They are famous for their candy. Other sponsors were Canada Dry Ginger Ale and Sweetheart Soap.
What Happened to the Episodes?
Super Circus was a live show, so not all episodes were recorded. Only a small number of episodes still exist today. These can be found in film archives. Some are also in private collections. Six episodes of the show were released on DVD. This happened on October 28, 2008, by Alpha Video. This lets new audiences see what the show was like.
