It is an entire big top circus in miniature!! First we have
fifi, who performs on the high wire
and the trapeze! Then there is Bruno,
the worlds strongest flea who turns over a coin in a child’s hand! Last but not least is
Fernando who does the
high dive into a pool of water and gets shot out of a cannon and into a volunteer's hands!! The audience will be
thrilled and amazed at these and other incredible demonstrations starring Ed’s trained fleas. Click any
flea's name to view their publicity photos!
Flea Training
In Most cases the fleas are ready to perform after just three days of training! Due to their
short life span there are always fleas in training. One of the most important things is to train the
fleas not to jump. I do this by putting them into a test tube and leaving it horizontal. They jump up
and down in the test tube banging their heads on the glass. After a while they learn to walk in stead
of jump! I have three dogs and three cats so I never have a shortage of candidates for the circus.
Flea Gallery
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The Carousel with the Trapeze act behind it.
The Death-Defying High Jump! (Well, for a Flea, it's high!)
The Carousel, where the fleas may occasionally be seen in a moment of relaxation between shows!
Everything fits in its own case- even the fleas!
Flea Safety
See Bruno trying out for the Cannon Shot! He's trying out as Fernando's backup!
We have never had an accident in the circus but I am very safety conscious and have taken courses in
Flea P.R.!
Show Suitability
The Flea Circus is best suited for family and children’s events where the audience is seated.
The show is approximately 30 minutes long but can be shorter if needed. It is unique entertainment
that captivates children and adults alike. This is great family entertainment that is ideal for fairs,
festivals, company events, and birthday parties. Multiple shows are recommended for larger events.
Flea facts (in case you are "itching" to know more)
The first flea circus was performed in Europe during the 1820’s.
A flea can pull up to 160,000 times its own Weight.
A flea can jump over 150 times its own size.
When jumping, the flea accelerates 50 times faster than the space shuttle.
A flea can jump 30,000 times without a break.
Fleas alternate the direction of their jumps.
E-Mail Ed for information on how to book him for your next event or workshop.