“There was no family attraction that reflected the Black experience,” he said. “We did a lot of gospel theater before the circus, and we had a series of plays that humorously dealt with social issues.

LAKELAND – With a bit more chill in the air across Central Florida and Polk County, indoor events are beginning to heat up across the area. So, in addition to a restaurant, movie, bar, club or music ...

OKLAHOMA CITY -- There are no ringmasters with tight white pants and smart red jackets at the UniverSoul Circus. Its ringmistress is a gospel singer disguised in frumpy dresses and a ratty wig, and ...