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Regional Reviews: Florida – West Coast

Quick Answer: This page reviews the Circus Sarasota production 'Red, White & Bello!', a February show featuring daredevil clown Bello Nock, as covered by William S. Oser for Talkin' Broadway.

‘Red, White & Bello!’ Review by William S. Oser – TALKIN’ BROADWAY:

February is always one of my favorite times of the year, because it is time for Circus Sarasota, under the auspices of The Circus Arts Conservatory. This year’s production is entitled Red, White & Bello! and is built around the antics of daredevil clown Bello Nock, Sarasota born and raised and he still lives here. Ringmaster, 15th generation circus performer, Joseph Bauer, Jr. introduces him as “my cousin” Bello. Bello has three features, the best of which involves him going almost completely inside a very large yellow balloon, while in another he pulls down a rope from its pulley and then works to get the rope back where it needs to be. He weaves in and out of other featured acts and is clearly the big star of the show.

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At a Glance

Key Facts

  • The review is titled 'Red, White & Bello!' and written by William S. Oser for Talkin' Broadway.
  • The production is presented by Circus Sarasota under The Circus Arts Conservatory.
  • February is described as one of the reviewer's favorite times of year because of Circus Sarasota.
  • The show centers on daredevil clown Bello Nock, who was born and raised in Sarasota and still lives there.
  • Ringmaster Joseph Bauer, Jr., a 15th generation circus performer, introduces Bello as 'my cousin.'
  • Bello Nock performs three featured acts, including one where he goes almost completely inside a large yellow balloon and another involving a rope and pulley.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 'Red, White & Bello!'?

It is this year's Circus Sarasota production, presented under The Circus Arts Conservatory and reviewed by William S. Oser for Talkin' Broadway.

Who is Bello Nock?

Bello Nock is a daredevil clown, born and raised in Sarasota, who still lives there and is the star of the 'Red, White & Bello!' production.

Who is the ringmaster in the show?

Joseph Bauer, Jr., a 15th generation circus performer, serves as ringmaster and introduces Bello Nock as 'my cousin.'

What are some of Bello Nock's featured acts?

His acts include going almost completely inside a large yellow balloon and working with a rope that he pulls down from a pulley and gets back into place.

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