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The show dates, scheduled during the circus’ 95th year, are set 7 p.m. Friday and at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday at CEFCU Arena, 702 W. College Ave., Normal.

Guests of all ages gathered on bleachers underneath the coverage of a bright green big-top at Callaway Resort & Gardens’ Robin Lake Beach. Some wore swimsuits, others shorts or sundresses. The smell of popcorn wafted through the air as they waited for the night’s show to begin.

The Gamma Phi Circus returns to CEFCU Arena with a new show called "Dance On!" Artistic Director Ivan Stoinev said the theme speaks to everyone's inclination to boogie—from infants to seniors.

Many circus families stretch back seven or eight generations. Learn about some of the most storied circus families still under the big top.

Gamma Phi Circus is returning to the Sweet Corn Circus Festival this weekend in Uptown Normal.

Courtesy / Gamma Phi Circus Dont lower your expectations for this year’s Gamma Phi Circus home show just because it’s virtual.  Actually, Circus Artistic Director Ivan Stoinev thinks you should raise them. Illinois State University’s Gamma Phi Circus will broadcast “World of Music” online at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 1, and 4 p.m. Sunday, May 2.  With original storylines, live music, and never-before-seen tricks, Stoinev is confident this year’s “movie show” will be Gamma Phi�...