How to get a job with a circus
  • 1. What is the most important initial step in pursuing a circus career?
A) Moving to a circus hotspot without a plan.
B) Immediately buying juggling equipment.
C) Sending unsolicited audition tapes.
D) Researching different circus companies and roles.
  • 2. Which of these skills is LEAST likely to be required for a circus job?
A) Physical Fitness
B) Advanced Calculus
C) Acrobatics
D) Clowning
  • 3. What is a common way to gain relevant experience?
A) Becoming a taxidermist.
B) Writing a strongly worded letter to the mayor.
C) Joining a local circus school or training program.
D) Collecting rare stamps.
  • 4. Which of these is crucial for a circus performer's safety and longevity?
A) Avoiding stretching and warm-ups.
B) Consistent physical conditioning and injury prevention.
C) Ignoring pain and pushing through injuries.
D) Relying solely on natural talent.
  • 5. What is the best way to showcase your skills to potential employers?
A) Posting blurry cell phone videos online.
B) Showing up unannounced at a performance.
C) Creating a professional quality demo reel or portfolio.
D) Sending a handwritten letter.
  • 6. What role does networking play in the circus world?
A) It involves bribing circus officials.
B) It's only for managers and directors.
C) It's essential for finding opportunities and building relationships.
D) It's irrelevant, as talent speaks for itself.
  • 7. What should you include in your circus resume?
A) A list of your favorite movies.
B) Relevant skills, training, and performance experience.
C) Your social security number.
D) Your high school GPA.
  • 8. What is the purpose of an audition in the circus world?
A) To critique the current performers.
B) To demonstrate your skills and suitability for a role.
C) To sabotage the competition.
D) To get free tickets to the show.
  • 9. Which of the following is a common circus role?
A) Dental Hygienist
B) Actuary
C) Software Engineer
D) Rigger
  • 10. What should you do if you receive feedback after an audition?
A) Argue with the judges about their assessment.
B) Ignore it completely.
C) Take it constructively and use it to improve.
D) Write a scathing review of the circus.
  • 11. What is a 'callback' in the audition process?
A) A second audition, indicating strong initial interest.
B) A request for money.
C) A threat of legal action.
D) A rejection notice.
  • 12. What is the importance of flexibility in a circus career?
A) Circus work often involves travel and adapting to new environments.
B) Physical flexibility is unimportant.
C) You must be able to bend over backwards to please everyone.
D) Circus schedules are always rigid and predictable.
  • 13. Which of these is a common hazard in circus work?
A) Boredom
B) Sunburn
C) Falls
D) Papercuts
  • 14. What type of insurance is important for circus performers?
A) Travel insurance for travel to the moon
B) Health and accident insurance.
C) Pet insurance
D) Car insurance
  • 15. What is the role of a circus agent?
A) To write the circus's social media posts.
B) To clean up after the elephants.
C) To sell popcorn at the show.
D) To represent performers and negotiate contracts.
  • 16. What is a 'technical rider' in a circus contract?
A) A map of the circus grounds.
B) A description of the performer's costume.
C) A document specifying the technical requirements for a performance.
D) A list of the performer's favorite snacks.
  • 17. Why is teamwork important in a circus environment?
A) Teamwork is just a management buzzword.
B) Teamwork only matters for animal handlers.
C) Circus performers are all solitary and independent.
D) Many acts require collaboration and trust among performers.
  • 18. What is the role of a stage manager in the circus?
A) To train the animals.
B) To design the costumes.
C) To write the music for the show.
D) To coordinate the technical aspects of a performance.
  • 19. What does 'spotting' refer to in acrobatics?
A) Shining a spotlight on the performer.
B) Providing physical support to prevent falls.
C) Identifying potential audience members.
D) Cleaning the stage.
  • 20. What is the 'big top'?
A) A large hat worn by the ringmaster.
B) The main tent where the circus performs.
C) The name of the circus's accounting department.
D) A secret code used by circus performers.
  • 21. What is the 'backstage' area called?
A) The void.
B) The dungeon
C) The attic
D) The lot.
  • 22. What should you do if you witness a safety hazard?
A) Take a picture and post it on social media.
B) Ignore it and hope it goes away.
C) Report it immediately to the appropriate authorities.
D) Try to fix it yourself without proper training.
  • 23. Why is maintaining your equipment important?
A) To avoid annoying the stage manager.
B) To ensure safety and prevent accidents.
C) Because it's fun.
D) To make it look shiny.
  • 24. What is the importance of cultural sensitivity in the circus?
A) Circuses often travel internationally and interact with diverse audiences.
B) Ignoring other cultures is a circus tradition.
C) Cultural sensitivity is only important for clowns.
D) Circuses are culturally homogenous and don't require sensitivity.
  • 25. Which of the following is most important in a circus artist's contract?
A) Liability clauses.
B) How many ice cream scoops the artist gets per day.
C) Which animals the artist likes most.
D) A clause requiring the artist to wear silly hats at all times.
  • 26. What is a common element of many modern circus shows?
A) Theatrical storytelling.
B) Exclusively showcasing animal acts.
C) Complete lack of any narrative structure.
D) Use of only pre-1900s technology.
  • 27. What is the appropriate response to heckling from the audience?
A) Ignore it or handle it with humor and professionalism.
B) Engage in a shouting match with the heckler.
C) Throw something at the heckler.
D) Cry.
  • 28. What's the best way to deal with stage fright?
A) Hiding backstage until the show is over.
B) Practice and mental preparation techniques.
C) Drinking large amounts of alcohol.
D) Pretending the audience is made of vegetables.
  • 29. What should you do if you forget your routine during a performance?
A) Panic and run off stage.
B) Start reciting the alphabet backwards.
C) Blame someone else for the mistake.
D) Improvise gracefully and try to get back on track.
  • 30. If offered a job but you have concerns about safety protocols, you should:
A) Ignore your concerns and hope for the best.
B) Silently sabotage the unsafe practices.
C) File a lawsuit immediately, even without evidence.
D) Raise your concerns with management before accepting the position.
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