an era. ringling brothers barnum and bailey circus is closing down after the 146 years. the company cites low ticket sales, high operating costs and a constant battle with animal-rights groups were a decision to shut down the circus but the show will go on before the final battle. will joins us now with los angeles and the latest. >> wowing audiences for a long time. highflying stones and exotic animals.the big top first one up back and 1871. the show made it through the great depression on world wars and entertain generations of families. the beginning of the end came last may when under extreme