A
public equipped space for shows and other spectacles of
the Classical period (e.g., in ancient Rome,
the Circus
Maximus); the term derives from the circular shape
of the first arenas in which, mostly, horse and biga (two-horse
chariot) races were run.
A
travelling show that usually includes acrobats, animal
trainers, clowns and other novelty acts. See circus
(performing art).
