(Haz clic aquí para español.) “The juggler of the time declared that hers was a branch of the profession in which women could not participate, and argued her case from the point of view that, as a rule, they could not throw straight to save their lives.” Selma Braatz is one of the greatest jugglers in history. She was born …
Three Stories About Selma Braatz: the First Person to Juggle With Six Torches?
(Haz clic aquí para español.) Selma’s artistic career is full of praise from the press and top jugglers such as Kara and Salerno. Her skills amazed audiences and entrepreneurs enjoyed having Braatz in their shows. Selma’s billboards lit up the streets of Berlin, London and even Sydney. Every minute of her show was an honour for the Braatz dynasty. Selma …
Review of the Act of Ellen Dea, Juggler and Dancer
(Haz clic aquí para español.) There is sparse information known until now about the German juggler and dancer Ellen Dea. There are several mentions of her act that we will see below. Ellen Dea was named “Germany’s best comedy juggler.” She too, she was called “the female juggler dancer” or “the juggler dancer.” It is known that Ellen toured the …
Diabolo in 20th century Germany – a Passing Phase
(Haz clic aquí para español.) The diabolo took over almost all of Europe at the beginning of the 20th century. It was common to see hundreds of children, women and men playing diabolo in the streets, in the squares, in the houses or in the shops. The “modern diabolo” (named after Gustave Philippart created the diabolo model as it is …
An interview with Louise Agoust
(Haz clic aquí para español.) Louise Agoust was part of the Agoust family, known for being one of the most representative troupes of artists in restaurant juggling (juggling with restaurant objects, such as chairs, tables, plates, knives, etc.). Louise Emilie Agoust was born on October 7, 1878, in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, France. She married John Sheridan Fee in …
The Abuse of Juggler Antonio Perri
(Haz clic aquí para español.) Illustration image. Violence against women is a phenomenon that, unfortunately, has been practiced throughout history. Sadly, in the juggling community, such unfortunate situations have been recorded. The following story is about the abuse that Antonio Perri, vaudeville juggler, clown and tightrope walker, committed against his wife who, after the attacks, divorced her husband. This is …
Luigi Germani – Equestrian Juggler
(Haz clic aquí para español.) Several newspaper articles described Luigi Germani as “the best juggler on horseback.” He could juggle 5 balls in one hand on top of two horses running opposite to the direction of the circus ring. Luigi Germani was born in Milan, Italy, in 1820. His first performance was at the age of 9. At age 16 …
Juggling to Pass the Time
(Haz clic aquí para español.) Juggling. Illustration image. Juggling is a very effective tool to pass the time. It distracts the mind and body, leaving them in a state of constant concentration and activity. Many jugglers have other professions that take up most of their time. However, those who love to juggle look for a time during the day to …
Jan Lindblad – Writer, Photographer, Filmmaker, Whistler and Juggler
(Haz clic aquí para español.) Jan is a virtuoso Swedish artist who from an early age became known for his talent that spanned different artistic, cultural and social disciplines. He was born on July 19, 1932. His father, Frey Lindblad, was a singer and singing teacher. It is said that Frey taught him basic aspects of music. As a teenager, …