Suzanne Chipperfield Farmyard act, Superdome Circus 1996

Inger Stevenson, Superdome Circus 1992

Following an incident which put Norman Barrett out of action for a short time. Inger took over the role of Ringmistress at the Superdome. Inger, the daughter of Ernie (Clown Noe Noe), featured regularly at the family run Stevensons Crown Circus, at the Lowther theme park in the lake district, presenting animals from Mary Chipperfields' resources.

Towards the end of the 1996 Superdome season, Inger took over presentation of all of the animal acts, to allow Suzanne Chipperfield, to travel to France with her mixed cage group, for an engagement with Cirque Alexis Gruss.

Suzanne Chipperfield Lionesses and Tigers, Superdome Circus 1994

Suzanne Chipperfield, Elephants and Zebra, Superdome Circus 1996

Rosa and Opal

Norman Barrett, 'A Circus Legend'

I have had the privilege to meet Norman on several occasions, and can quite honestly say he is a true gentleman. Professional to the last, and highly respected within the profession, but always has time to give to the public, and especially friends of the circus. Delighted he recently received the MBE for services to the industry...no one deserves it more!

Blackpool Tower Circus-1987


Superdome Circus, Blackpool UK-1994


Superdome Circus, Blackpool UK-1994



With Suzanne Chipperfield, Superdome Circus, Blackpool UK-1996

Some of my work signed by the man himself!