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Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls,
Children of all Ages:
Let me introduce you to the FSU Flying High Circus.
We are one of only two collegiate circuses in the United States. A unique tradition on the campus of The Florida State University since 1947, the Circus is a year-round program in which FSU students can participate. We boast an impressive student group that takes advantage of a marvelous learning opportunity from the circus as a part of their collegiate experience.
Once you see our show you will be amazed that it is put on by amateur college students. Even though they receive no class credit, they are able to put on a performance that rivals that of a professional show. Not only do our students perform in the show, but they also are involved in virtually every aspect of production from setup of our Big Top tent to the sewing of our costumes. The show is the culmination of the tremendous amount of hard work, dedication, and skill that our students bring to our organization. If you are enrolled at Florida State University, and would like to get involved, you can contact us at circus@admin.fsu.edu.
Spring
- 1.30.10 Road Show — Timmons Arena, S. Carolina — TBA
- 2.12.10 Alumni Event — Orlando — TBA
Home Show Series — Haskin Circus Complex
- 4.2.10 — 8pm
- 4.3.10 — 2pm & 8pm
- 4.9.10 — 8pm
- 4.10.10 — 2pm
- 4.11.10 — 2pm
- 4.16.10 — 8pm
- 4.17.10 — 2pm & 8pm
In Memoriam:
Richard Walter Brinson
Richard Walter Brinson Richard Walter Brinson, 63, passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 17, 2009 at his home in Tallahassee. Dickie, as he was known to his many friends, was born in Jacksonville, Florida and had resided in Tallahassee for the past 47 years. He was a graduate of Englewood High School in Jacksonville and attended Florida State University. The son of the late Thomas Brinson, he is also preceded in death by his sister, Patsy Clary. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Penny Brinson; his son, Joel Brinson of Seattle, Washington; mother, Annie C. Brinson and sister, Rebecca Mock of Jacksonville; several brothers- and sisters-in-law; and many nieces and nephews. After performing as a member of the troupe while a student, Dickie coached and mentored the Florida State University Flying High Circus as Associate Director and Director for more than 40 years. As Director of the recreation program and circus performances at Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, Georgia, he cultivated a positive image for FSU for over four decades. His leadership also resulted in several invitations for the circus to perform in The Bahamas under the sponsorship of the East Nassau Rotary Club. In 2007 he was named a Paul Harris Fellow by the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International and is the only non-Bahamanian member of the East Nassau Rotary Club. In recognition of his accomplishments, he was selected to be the Grand Marshall of FSU's Homecoming parade and inducted into FSU's Circle of Gold in 2007. He was a loyal and dedicated coach, mentor, and teacher to literally thousands of young people during his distinguished career. Dickie was also an avid fisherman and boater who loved to read and travel. Dickie was a loving husband, father, brother, son and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers donations should be made to the FSU Circus Foundation at FSU Circus, T211 Oglesby Union, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL 32306.
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