In 2001, Bindlestiff Family Cirkus presented their first themed theatrical production. Until this time, Bindlestiff had primarily produced its legendary variety show. Produced at the befittingly rat-infested Present Company Theatorium, Down & Out was the story of the "low lifes of the city" finding thier own "Quality of Life" under the repressive forces of the mayor. Amongst the juggling of trash bags, cops beat clowns and street performers burnt cash to stay warm.

Philomena hosts your tour through the luxurious gutters of a city that never sleeps.

Featuring:

• Waking up with Kinko the Clown
• The Cirkusization of Old NYC
• The trick roping of Angelo Iodice
• The Bizarre Magic of Magic Brian
• Kinko the Clown's Diablo Act
• The General Chicanery of Scotty the Blue Bunny
• Philomena Binldestiff's Supersonic syncopated whip display
• The Ukele comedy of Amy G.
• The Autonomadic Bookmobile Bookpitch
• Another New York Eviction
• Duel Straight Jacket Escape Death Match
• Mr. Pennygaff swallows swords and sabres
• The Aerial Artistry of Sylvia Machete
• Internationally acclaimed Fireplay
• Scotty the Body's full figure libations
• The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Band