About Pierrot Bidon
Lived 1954 – 2010 (aged 55–56). Pierrot Bidon was a French promoter, circus performer and theatre manager.
Pierrot Bidon (1 January 1954 – 9 March 2010) was a French circus promoter. He formed circus troupe Archaos in 1984 and directed The Circus of Horrors in 1995. His work with Archaos revolutionised the concept of the contemporary circus in Europe.
The Independent newspaper described him as being "one of the founding fathers of New Circus" while The Daily Telegraph argued his work paved the way for the success of companies such as the Cirque de Soleil.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Pierrot Bidon?
Circus promoter (1954–2010)
When was Pierrot Bidon born?
Pierrot Bidon was born in 1954 in Le Mans.
When did Pierrot Bidon die?
Pierrot Bidon died on 9 March 2010 in Avignon.
What was Pierrot Bidon's occupation?
Pierrot Bidon was a promoter, circus performer and theatre manager.
What nationality was Pierrot Bidon?
Pierrot Bidon was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Pierrot Bidon. https://biography.guide/pierrot-bidon/
MLA: "Pierrot Bidon." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/pierrot-bidon/.
Chicago: "Pierrot Bidon." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/pierrot-bidon/.
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