Billy Smart's Circus will be in Canvey until Sunday.

Grand illusion - Kim Kenneth presents the crusher trick, with help from Leanne Perry (in the box) and Jessica Caveagna. It's part of Billy Smart's Circus, being promoted Picture: MAXINE CLARKE

The innovative circus arrived last Monday to present a wealth of performers to the island.

The circus is making its first full tour of Britain for more than 30 years. Started in 1946, it has regularly been filmed for television.

Billy Smart's does not use any animals but instead offers outstanding human performers.

To book tickets to Billy Smart's Circus, call the box office on 0870 444 1505.

Published Thursday June 10, 2004

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