Phineas Taylor Barnum (1810-1891) is one of the
most colorful and well known personalities in American
history. A consummate showman and entrepreneur, Barnum was
famous for bringing both high and low culture to all of
America. From the dulcet tones of opera singer Jenny Lind
"The Swedish Nightingale" to the bizarre hoax of the Feejee
Mermaid, from the clever and quite dimunitive General Tom
Thumb to Jumbo the Elephant, Barnum's oddities, spectacles,
galas, extravaganzas, and events tickled the fancies,
hearts, minds and imaginations of Americans of all ages.
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Adam Gertsacov (1964-), noted actor, sideshow
performer, and clown, brings Barnum to life in a dramatic
interactive first person interpretation of the historic
character. The interpretation is the product of careful
study and research, as well as a healthy dose of
showmanship. Audience members can meet Barnum in the flesh,
and hear him opine on a number of issues (mostly in his
original words) After the performance, a question and answer
session is available.
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