Sarasota in Sarasota County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)

Lalage

Circus Ring Of Fame

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, February 27, 2020

1. Lalage Marker

Inscription. Known as "The High Priestess Of Rhythm Aloft," it was with the physically demanding one-arm swing that she gained her fame. An established star in Europe, she came to the attention of U.S. audiences at San Francisco’s 1939 World’s Fair and made enough of a hit to be signed for a four-year stint in Ringling’s center ring. Her ongoing career included tours with most major shows here and abroad.

Erected by : Eleanor Pepion Memorial Fund, Courtesy of Showfolks of Sarasota, Inc. and the Circus Ring of Fame Foundation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Women.

Location. 27° 19.089′ N, 82° 34.608′ W. Marker is in Sarasota, Florida, in Sarasota County. Marker is at the intersection of St. Armands Circle and South Boulevard of the Presidents, on the left when traveling east on St. Armands Circle. Marker is located on the south area of the circle. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 400 St Armands Cir, Sarasota FL 34236, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Victoria Unus "La Toria" (here, next to this marker); Count Roberto de Vasconcellos (here, next to this marker); The Clarke Family (here, next to this marker); Struppi Hanneford

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(here, next to this marker); Charly Baumann (here, next to this marker); Ward-Bell Flyers (here, next to this marker); Mabel Stark (here, next to this marker); Josephine Berosini (here, next to this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sarasota.

Regarding Lalage. The Circus “Ring Of Fame” recognizes those persons who made a significant contribution to the art and culture of the circus. With dozens of inductees from around the world. The Ring Of Fame began in 1986 as a way to honor world famous circus performers and the rich circus heritage of the Sarasota, Florida area.

Also see . . . The Circus Ring of Fame. (Submitted on March 27, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, February 27, 2020

2. Lalage Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on March 27, 2020. It was originally submitted on March 27, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 115 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 27, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.