Author Archives: showtownman

Hearing of Bill Jamieson’s death yesterday was about as shocking an occurrence as can be imagined in this business. Still a young man, truly, and a man whose importance to collecting and “spreading the word” had yet to be fully … Continue reading →

Shocked and Amazed: If you know nothing else about the era of the “Ed Sullivan Show,” know that it inspired more young soon-to-be-performing variety talent that probably an other show of its time. And this’ll show you why. the The … Continue reading →

Shocked and Amazed: And now answered, the one question we’ve been asked more than any other for the past year: Yup. The oddities are comin’ home. See ya there. (With thanks to James Mundie for that artwork, too.) Red Palaceredpalacedc.comYou’ve … Continue reading →

Shocked and Amazed: We do love us some wall of death here at S&A! Central. Withe many thanks to Alyce Beman for this one. Wall of Deathwww.youtube.comFrom my trip to India: The Diamond Maruti Car Circus in Delhi … These … Continue reading →

Shocked and Amazed: And following up on the human projectile post of a bit earlier, especially for those thinking otherwise, folks die doing these acts. And thanks to fan Vic Brisbin for getting word to us on this one. Human … Continue reading →

Shocked and Amazed: Leave it to the amazing Elizabeth Anderson to come up with this equally amazing bit of footage. Don’t see this act very much anymore. Rogana (c1965) – Circopedia – blip.tvcircopedia.blip.tvRogana, sword balancing act, in Thames Television’s “Live … Continue reading →

Shocked and Amazed: Many thanks to Kevin T Gerrone for his reminding us of this, a great, great moment in the Inkin’ The Valley & the Sideshow Gathering from a few years back when John Bradshaw was still among us. … Continue reading →

Shocked and Amazed: Just got this from master performer @Shea FreeLove. He caught Our Founder up to the Congress of Curious Peoples on Coney Island, and the pair of ‘em did this bit of an ad for an inarguably great … Continue reading →

Shocked and Amazed: This just in from fan Vic Brisbin. And, of course, his – and our – question was, Why isn’t someone incorporating ashes in TATTOOS yet? Now THAT’s a way to honor folks, no? Raven J. Collins Draws … Continue reading →

Shocked and Amazed: In its glorious 5th year, the Congress is where all things show biz REALLY happen. Ok, OUR show biz, anyway. (Hey, you can go on-line or to a movie whenever.) This is the one you don’t want … Continue reading →