Nouveau Cirque

It was owned by Joseph Oller, co-founder of the famous Moulin Rouge.

It was inaugurated on February 12, 1886, and closed on April 18, 1926, being subsequently demolished.

Its arena could be lowered by a hydraulic system to create a water basin for aquatic performances.

It was one of the few buildings in Paris at the time to be completely lit by electricity.

[1] It was an upscale establishment, and patrons were required to wear formal attire.