A circus reimagined: The Redwood City show must go on, even during a pandemic

Designing a drive-in circus is ambitious to say the least — from building a ramp for vehicles to gain a good view of the stage to making sure the audience is able to emotionally connect with the show from inside their cars and fitting in enough vehicles so that each show is profitable. 

This year marks the 178th year of the Zoppé Italian Family Circus. During this time, the show has endured wars, famine and two pandemics, but the circus has always gone on, proving its indestructible strength.