Audience lining up for a performance of the Ramo's Brothers Circus
Spanning five generations of circus performers the Ramos family has been in the business of circus entertainment for over eighty years. Led by circus patriarch Bernardo Ramos, over fifteen members of the Ramos family, perform and work to support and maintain their families circus legacy. The Ramos Circus originally began in Las Vegas where the Ramos Brothers performed for almost eight years at the legendary Circus Circus Casino. Oliver Ramos, son of Bernardo Ramos states, "All of the family and the other performers in our circus are seasoned professionals with decades of experience working various shows in Las Vegas. The Ramos Circus has a grueling touring schedule that goes for eleven months out of the year. Their one month off is to rest, re-group and plan for the following year's tour. The circus averages an eleven to twelve day stay at each city where it performs; with multiple shows each evening and weekend. The operation is spartan and efficient. Each member of the circus has multiple responsibilities and roles to save both time and money. In the course of an evening a member might sell hot dogs or popcorn, and return to their trailer and change to perform a magic show or assist with an animal show. The family has been together a long time and everyone understands the importance of projecting unity and a team spirit to have the best show possible. Although the circus may not be big by the standards of Ringling Brothers, Circus Vargas and other national and international touring circuses, the shows are well thought out and professionally executed. The performers are, respective to what they do, very confident and professional, and know how to play to an audience. Judging by the loud clapping and amazed expressions of the spectators the sentiment was shared by them as well.
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Location: Norwalk, California, United States
Photo credit: © Luciano Leon / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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Keywords: brother, brothers, circus, entertainment, family, fun, line, performance, ramo, ramos, time, waiting
