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

Franz Czeisler Tihany

Circus Ring of Fame

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, February 27, 2020

1. Franz Czeisler Tihany Marker

Inscription.

Born in 1916 Hungary, he became one of the great impresarios of our time. In 1955, he and his wife Ilona, created Circus Tihany Spectacular, Latin America’s largest traveling circus. In a half-century of touring South and Central America and Mexico this stunning show has entertained more than 35 million spectators in its colorful big top. Much loved and holder of many international honors, he has been top judge at 4 of the world’s most prestigious circus festivals.
Special Friends Dante Mario Marotto & Ron Morris

Erected by Dante Mario Marotto, Ron Morris and the Circus Ring of Fame Foundation, Inc.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Industry & Commerce.

Location. 27° 19.116′ N, 82° 34.604′ W. Marker is in Sarasota, Florida, in Sarasota County. Marker is at the intersection of St Armands Circle and John Ringling Boulevard, on the left when traveling north on St Armands Circle. Marker is located on the east area of the circle. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 St Armands Circle, 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. Norma and Ben and Eva Davenport (here, next to this marker); Cliff Vargas

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(here, next to this marker); Alberto Zoppe (here, next to this marker); Sylvia Zerbini (here, next to this marker); Italo Fornasari Family (here, next to this marker); Gee Gee Engesser (here, next to this marker); D.R. and Isla Miller (here, next to this marker); Fay Alexander (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sarasota.

Regarding Franz Czeisler Tihany. 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 . . . Circus Ring of Fame. (Submitted on April 4, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, February 27, 2020

2. Franz Czeisler Tihany Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on September 30, 2020. It was originally submitted on April 4, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 113 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 4, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.