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Michael Strahan, Erin Andrews to Host HIGHWIRE LIVE IN TIMES SQUARE
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 14, 2019


ABC and dick clark productions announced today that Michael Strahan, ABC's “Good Morning America” co-anchor and host of “The $100,000 Pyramid,” will host “Highwire Live in Times Square with Nik Wallenda,” along with co-host Erin Andrews. The duo will be live from New York's iconic Times Square as Nik Wallenda and his sister, Lijana, seventh-generation members of the Wallenda family circus troupe, return to the highwire for a never-before-attempted walk of approximately 1,300 feet long and 25 stories above street level.

ABC to Air HIGHWIRE LIVE IN TIMES SQUARE WITH NIK WALLENDA
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 23, 2019


ABC announced today that King of the Highwire Nik Wallenda and his sister, Lijana, seventh-generation members of the Wallenda family circus troupe, will return to the highwire for a never-before-attempted walk of approximately 1,300 feet long and 25 stories above street level, across New York City's iconic Times Square, live on SUNDAY, JUNE 23 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT). “Highwire Live in Times Square with Nik Wallenda” will air as a live two-hour televised event. The walk marks Lijana Wallenda's first highwire walk since the 2017 accident where she, along with four others, tragically fell 30 feet off a tightrope during a rehearsal. 

TLC Reveals New Stories & Announces Hosts For Four-Night Television Event THIS IS LIFE LIVE
by Tori Hartshorn - May 2, 2018


This Mother's Day, TLC will bring back the groundbreaking television event THIS IS LIFE LIVE, capturing compelling life-altering experiences as they unfold in real time over the course of four nights. Lisa Joyner will return to host for the second year, joined for the first time by her co-host from LONG LOST FAMILY, Chris Jacobs.

Big Apple Circus Run Extended Through May 13
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2018


BigTop Works, the new producers of BIG APPLE CIRCUS, are pleased to announce that due to popular demand, the Boston area run has been extended through Sunday, May 13. The full lineup of global artists and acts, including 10-time world record-holding high wire artist Nik Wallenda, is playing under the Big Top at Assembly Row, Somerville. Tickets are on sale at Ticketmaster and BigAppleCircus.com.

BWW Review: THE BIG APPLE CIRCUS at The National Harbor
by Evann Normandin - Mar 12, 2018


THE BIG APPLE CIRCUS is stopping at the National Harbor during its historic 40th anniversary season, with an aim toward modernizing for contemporary audiences while still maintaining its ethos. THE BIG APPLE CIRCUS (which filed for bankruptcy in 2016 only to make its triumphant return) features global artists, Guinness world record holders, and a famously egalitarian set up-no seat is more than 50 feet from the ring. This circus is something special.

Big Apple Circus Returns To Boston! Playing Under The Big Top At Assembly Row April 7-May 6
by Julie Musbach - Feb 28, 2018


BigTop Works, the new producers of BIG APPLE CIRCUS, are pleased to announce the return of the beloved circus to Boston, as part of the National Tour stops of the historic and critically acclaimed 40th Anniversary Season. The full lineup of global artists and acts, including 10-time world record-holding high wire artist Nik Wallenda, will play under the Big Top at Assembly Row, Somerville from April 7-May 6. Tickets are on sale at Ticketmaster and BigAppleCircus.com, with special 'early bird' pricing on tickets purchased through March 12.

Whoopi Goldberg To Join BIG APPLE CIRCUS For One Night Only
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2017


BIG APPLE CIRCUS announces that WHOOPI GOLDBERG will make her Ringmaster debut in a special one-night-only appearance at BIG APPLE CIRCUS on Wednesday, December 6 at 7PM. Under the Big Top at Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park, she will join the show's 40th Anniversary cast of global artists and acts, including legendary ten-time world record-breaking high wire artist Nik Wallenda, fan favorite Grandma the Clown, and more. Tickets for the performance are available now at bigapplecircus.com.

Big Apple Circus Welcomes New Ringmaster, Return of Grandma
by BWW News Desk - Oct 26, 2017


The search is over! Producers Big Top Works have announced that Ty McFarlan will be the new ringmaster for the 40th Anniversary season of the BIG APPLE CIRCUS.

TV: Back on the High Wire! Watch Highlights from BIG APPLE CIRCUS's 40th Season
by BroadwayWorld TV - Oct 25, 2017


BIG APPLE CIRCUS returns to its home at Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park this Friday, October 27. Opening night for the historic 40th Season is set for Sunday, October 29. Click below to watch highlights from the show!

Photo Flash: First Look - BIG APPLE CIRCUS Returns with Death-Defying Acrobatics, Clowns, Rollerskates and More!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2017


BIG APPLE CIRCUS returns to its home at Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park this Friday, October 27. Opening night for the historic 40th Season is set for Sunday, October 29. BroadwayWorld has photos from the death-defying show below!

BIG APPLE CIRCUS to Welcome Global Acts for Return to Lincoln Center
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2017


BigTop Works, the new producers of BIG APPLE CIRCUS, have announced the full lineup of global artists and acts joining ten-time world record-holding high wire artist Nik Wallenda and fan favorite Grandma the Clown for BIG APPLE CIRCUS's triumphant return.

Big Apple Circus Star Will Attempt to Break Husband's World Record at Niagara Falls
by BWW News Desk - Jun 13, 2017


On Thursday, June 15, 2017 at 8:30AM ET, BIG APPLE CIRCUS star Erendira Vazquez Wallenda will attempt to break a World Record (previously set by her husband BIG APPPLE CIRCUS headliner Nik Wallenda) by hanging from a helicopter by her teeth at 300 feet, over Niagara Falls.

Big Apple Circus Welcomes New Ringmaster, Return of Grandma
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2017


The search is over! Producers Big Top Works have announced that Ty McFarlan will be the new ringmaster for the 40th Anniversary season of the BIG APPLE CIRCUS.

Legendary Nik Wallenda To Headline Big Apple Circus Comeback Season At Lincoln Center and On Tour
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2017


Big Top Works, the new producers of BIG APPLE CIRCUS, are pleased to announce that ten-time world record holding high wire artist, aerialist and bona fide daredevil Nik Wallenda will headline BIG APPLE CIRCUS's triumphant return to New York City, and national tour, for its 40th anniversary season.

Nik Wallenda & More Set for Foxwoods Resort Casino July Entertainment Line Up
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 21, 2016


Foxwoods Resort Casino, the Northeast's premier entertainment destination is in full swing with Summer of Dreams 3 and an entertainment schedule that will appeal to every taste.

Al Pacino & More Set for Foxwoods Resort Casino June Entertainment Line Up
by Caryn Robbins - May 24, 2016


Foxwoods Resort Casino, the Northeast's premier entertainment destination, heats up with A-list comedians, concerts and family-friendly performances this summer beginning with a star-studded lineup of world-class entertainment this June.

CeeLo Green Releases Long Awaited iOS & Android Mobile Game CEELO'S JOYRIDE
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 3, 2016


CeeLo Green, the unmistakable entertainer, producer, fashion-icon, and entrepreneur has been hard at work on CEELO'S JOYRIDE, available today as a free download from the Apple App Store and Google Play.

NBC Sports Presents Prime Time NASCAR RACING from Charlotte Motor Speedway Tonight
by TV News Desk - Oct 10, 2015


NBC Sports presents a full weekend of racing with over 20 hours of coverage from Charlotte Motor Speedway. The Bank of America 500 Sprint Cup race airs tonight at 7 p.m. ET on NBC.

NBC Sports to Present Prime Time NASCAR RACING from Charlotte Motor Speedway, 10/10
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 8, 2015


NBC Sports presents a full weekend of racing with over 20 hours of coverage from Charlotte Motor Speedway. The Bank of America 500 Sprint Cup race airs Saturday at 7 p.m. ET on NBC.

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