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

The Hernandez Family

Circus Ring of Fame

Photographed By Brandon D Cross

1. The Hernandez Family Marker

Inscription. Often billed as “The Bouncing Twisting Titans of the Teeterboards”, the Troupe filled audiences around the world. German-born Lisa, (who first performed in 1945 at age 7 in Nuremberg) and Cuban-born Manuel, (who first performed in 1944 at age 13 in Havana), with their children Randy, Sylvia, Danny, Timmy and youngest Tony, created a highly energetic, acrobatic act known as the Hernandez Troupe. At six years old, Tony was featured on “Captain Kangaroo” and other tv shows with the family while performing at Circus World in 1982. Having appeared in numerous well-known circuses, theaters and theme parks, including a five year tour with Ringling Bros. & Barnum and Bailey Circus, the act retired in 1992. The family’s love for the circus has kept them active in the art, including teaching, directing, writing books and producing shows.
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Erected 2019 by Circus Ring of Fame Foundation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1944.

Location. 27° 19.081′ N, 82° 34.634′ W. Marker is in Sarasota, Florida, in Sarasota County. Marker is at the intersection of Madison Drive and John Ringling Blvd, on the

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left when traveling south on Madison Drive. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 300 Madison Drive, 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. Todos Acrobatic Troupe/Palace Duo Aerial Act (here, next to this marker); Ursula Boettcher and Alaska (here, next to this marker); Charles Robert Sidlow (here, next to this marker); The Fredonias (here, next to this marker); Cedric Walker (here, next to this marker); The Flying Espanas (here, next to this marker); Carla Wallenda (here, next to this marker); Reggie Armor (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sarasota.

More about this marker. 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 7, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)

The Hernandez Family Marker (far right) image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Brandon D Cross

2. The Hernandez Family Marker (far right)

Credits. This page was last revised on April 10, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 7, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 40 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 7, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.