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  1. The Cristiani circus family can trace its roots back to 1840 when Emilio Cristiani, a gymnast and bareback rider, joined a traveling circus in Pisa, Italy. While performing in Brussels, Belgium in 1933, the troupe was “discovered” by Pat Valdo of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey. The family came to America in the spring of 1934, making an

  2. Video: The Cristianis, jockey act, from the MGM short Equestrian Acrobatics (1936) Video: The Cristianis, trampoline act, at Billy Smart's Christmas Circus (1978) Categories: Artists and Acts. Circus Owners and Directors. Acrobats.

  3. Apr 11, 2010 · The charm and wit of the Cristiani family lured many A-list stars of stage and screen to their performances during their prime years with Ringling Bros. and Al G. Barnes Circus. Several stars visited the set daily and even watched from the sidelines during the filming of this great 1937 Pete Smith Speciality.

  4. The Cristiani family of Italy—known as the “Royal Family of the Circus,” with a history dating back to the mid-19th century—were perhaps the most famous equestrians in circus. Stars may be born over night, but aristocracy is passed down from one generation to another. Reigning today as the royalty of the big top is the Cristiani Family.

  5. The Cristiani Family. Actor: Carolina Blues. The Cristiani family's act dates back to around 1840 in Italy. They are known as the "Royal Family of the Circus". They appeared before audiences and royalty throughout Europe with their famous act featuring acrobatics performed with and upon horses. In 1934 they left Italy to star with the Ringling Brothers, Barnum and Baily circus in the United ...

  6. Dec 17, 2007 · The World Renowned Cristiani Family Bareback Riding Act is profiled by famed journalist Pete Smith in a 1936 MGM documentary short. This was shown in between...

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  7. Other articles where Cristiani family is discussed: circus: Circus families: For example, the Cristiani family of Italy—known as the “Royal Family of the Circus,” with a history dating back to the mid-19th century—were perhaps the most famous equestrians in circus history, but some members excelled in the common circus skills of tumbling, ballet, and acrobatics.

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