Marvelous spectacle. From Star Spangled opening until the final parade there was never a dull moment. Some remarkable innovations included the split-level trapeze artists, the mixing of male and female lions with Bengal tigers, trained house cats (!), Chinese Shao Lin warriors, Puff the Magic Dragon. The use of signboard side curtains cleverly shielded the stage, directing the attention to the motorcycle high-wire act, while the apparatuses were changed, instead of resorting to the usual distraction of clowns. The music was energetic and loud, just as it should be. The MC's powerful, pleasant voice carried the action between acts and provided a rousing finale.
Our only disappointment was the closing of the animal compound to the public one hour before showtime. We got there an hour beforehand only to find we could not gain admittance. They should let the audience know what the schedule is for viewing the animals.
HP Pavilion At San Jose @
- San Jose @
, CA @
- Sat, Aug 18, 2012 @
Favorite moment: Lions and tigers, with trained house cats a startling surprise! @