Showmen’s Oral History Project
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Interviewer
Andy Huse
Publication Date
2009
Date
2007-12-19
Abstract
Lee Stevens of the International Independent Showmen's Association discusses his career with the circus, beginning with an account of joining the circus when he was fifteen. He describes the teachings of clown college, the philosophies and culture of circus troupes, his tours with various circuses, and specifics of his clown acts and work as a circus animal trainer. He also discusses his courtship and relationship with his circus performer wife, Judy.
Keywords
Circus performers, Clowns, Animal trainers, Carnivals, International Independent Association of Showmen
Extent
03:25:06; 99 page interview
Subject: geographic
Hillsborough County (Fla.); Gibsonton (Fla.)
Language
English
Digital Date
2009
Media Type
Oral histories
Format
Digital Only
Identifier
S59-00001
Disciplines
History | Oral History | Other History
Recommended Citation
Stevens, Lee and International Independent Showmen's Association, "Lee Stevens Oral History Interview" (2009). Showmen’s Oral History Project. 1.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/showmen_ohp/1
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