This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Death-Defying Acts: A History of the Circus 2:00pm - 3:30pm Adults & Seniors This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group. Apr 6 2025 Sun Death-Defying Acts: A History of the Circus 2:00pm - 3:30pm Location: River Forest Public Library Room: Barbara Hall Meeting Room Age Group: Adults & Seniors Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Learn & Connect, Sponsored by River Forest Township Program Description: Magician and storyteller William Pack takes us on a fantastical journey through the history of the circus, from Phil Astley's creation of the modern circus in 1768 to Dan Rice, "the most famous man you've never heard of," to the incredible feud be