After working as street performers in Europe, Paul Binder and Michael Christensen returned to New York City and founded the Big Apple Circus which debuted in 1977. Begun as an alternative to the glitz and spectacle of the American three-ring circus, Big Apple Circus has epitomized the intimacy and artistry associated with the European one-ring circus. Many of the world's greatest circus acts have performed under the Big Apple Circus Big Top. Each year a new show with a new theme is created by many of the world's most creative directors and designers. 

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Performing Arts

Big Apple Circus

Big Apple Circus' headquarters in New York, NY, United States

Paul Binder

Angela Quevedo

Karen McCarty

This department manages all aspects of circus performances, including touring, instruction, ticketing, and community engagement programs.

Circus Operations

This department focuses on the creation, arrangement, and performance of musical pieces and compositions.

Music Production

This department manages and oversees all aspects of clown-related activities and programs.

Clown Operations

This department focuses on enhancing the overall experience of patients through engaging and supportive interactions.

Patient Experience

This department focuses on managing and promoting the performers within the organization.

Performance Department

The Leadership Team at Big Apple Circus is responsible for guiding the strategic direction of the company, ensuring the successful execution of each annual show, and managing the operational aspects of touring. Comprising the Founder, VP of Touring, and CFO, this team collaborates to uphold the circus's artistic vision while overseeing financial health and logistics, all aimed at delivering an intimate and captivating experience for audiences.

Big Apple Circus

Org chart

Teams

Circus Operations

Music Production

Clown Operations

Patient Experience

Performance Department

Leadership Team

Offices

Big Apple Circus

Org chart

Teams

Circus Operations

Music Production

Clown Operations

Patient Experience

Performance Department

Leadership Team

Offices

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