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2018
1 Season
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Big Top Academy is a Canadian live-action series that aired on Discovery Kids in 2018. The show follows a group of aspiring circus performers as they attend a prestigious circus school called the Big Top Academy. The main characters include two best friends, Max (Drew Davis) and Ace (Cameron Andres), and a new student named April (Ava Ro).

The students of Big Top Academy are a diverse group of young performers with unique talents and personalities. Max is a talented acrobat who dreams of performing the Triple Flip, a dangerous stunt that has never been attempted before. Ace is a skilled juggler who struggles to keep up with Max's high energy and competitive spirit. April, the new student, is a contortionist with a passion for aerial silks.

The Big Top Academy is run by a strict but caring teacher named Ms. Martel (Judy Marshak). Ms. Martel is a former circus performer who teaches her students everything from acrobatics and juggling to clowning and trapeze. She pushes her students to reach their full potential and encourages them to support one another as a team.

Throughout the show, the characters face challenges both in and out of the circus ring. Max's obsession with the Triple Flip puts him in danger, and he must learn to balance his ambition with safety. Ace struggles with jealousy and competition, but eventually learns to support his friend and become a better performer. April faces difficulty adjusting to a new school and making friends, but finds her place within the Big Top Academy community.

Big Top Academy also features a variety of unique circus acts and stunts, which are performed by the young cast members themselves. From aerial silks to trampoline tricks, each episode showcases the skills of the talented young performers.

In addition to the main characters, Big Top Academy also features a cast of supporting characters who add to the show's charm and humor. These include a mischievous clown named Silly (Samuel Beaulieu), a food-loving acrobat named Gracie (Samantha Duff), and a wild-haired trampoline artist named Duke (Drew Tanner).

Overall, Big Top Academy is an entertaining and inspiring series that celebrates the excitement and creativity of the circus world. With a talented young cast, engaging storylines, and impressive circus acts, it is sure to captivate audiences of all ages.

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Seasons

52. Holiday Special: Holidazed and Confused

December 19, 2018

When Max rebels against the holiday spirit, he finds himself in a heightened reality that forces him to confront what the holidays are truly about.

51. Circus in My Soul, Part 2

July 15, 2019

Before Big Top Academy's students step on stage for their End of Year Performance, they'll have to join forces with a rival school to save the show and their friends.

50. Circus in My Soul, Part 1

July 12, 2019

Before Big Top Academy's students step on stage for their End of Year Performance, they'll have to join forces with a rival school to save the show and their friends.

49. Times They Are a Changin'

July 11, 2019

Celeste struggles to destroy the marble, Nicholas is put in an impossible situation while trying to help Phoenix, and Chase struggles with a decision that impacts his friendship with Ella.

48. Mission: Invincible

July 10, 2019

Nicholas and Erica set out to steal the marble, April discovers why Max turned down a major role in the Showcase, and Celeste is so over-extended she's in danger of failing - of all things -science.

47. That's What Friends Are For

July 9, 2019

Erica's sudden arrival at Big Top Academy ramps up the race to destroy the marble, Phoenix and Nicholas' friendship is tested, and Axel enlists Max to help him prepare for the showcase.

46. Light My Fire

July 8, 2019

Nicholas questions his future in the circus, Ella stresses over her presentation, and April goes overboard to prove she's changed since being expelled.

45. The People vs. April May Cartier

July 5, 2019

Phoenix stages a trial to prove April is worthy of being at Big Top Academy, Ella struggles to fulfill her promises as President, and Nicholas distracts himself by helping Axel train for Jacques Laroque.

44. I Want a CSAA

July 4, 2019

As the Circus School Achievement Awards begin, Erica tries convincing April to leave her Big Top Academy family behind, Nicholas learns the truth about his nomination, and Axel's nerves get the best of him.

43. Sticky Situations

July 3, 2019

Celeste and Ella experiment to recreate a Violetta Firth invention, Axel and Chase solve a case for Ms. Martel, and Max struggles to keep his secret about the award nominations from Nicholas.

42. Work it Out

July 2, 2019

Max and Ella clash during an escape room challenge, Phoenix struggles to replace April in Girls Rocking the Circus, and Axel auditions to be emcee at the Circus School Achievement Awards.

41. You Can Always Get What You Don't Want

June 28, 2019

Phoenix has a lock on Student Council President until Ella joins the race, Max discovers why he wasn't nominated for a Circus School Achievement Award, and Rosa feels invisible when Axel's comic book is published.

40. Get Up! Stand Up!

June 27, 2019

Phoenix stages a protest to bring April back, Max is shocked when a cat arrives at his doorstep, and Ella's lie to Nicholas puts her in a difficult position.

39. The Goodbye Girl

June 26, 2019

As April prepares to leave Big Top Academy, memories of her friends bubble up, and she struggles to say goodbye.

38. Reflections of the Past, Part 2

June 25, 2019

It's a Big Top Academy showdown as the students band together to catch Mimi in time for their Reflections of the Past Showcase.

37. Reflections of the Past, Part 1

June 24, 2019

A story about Max and Nicholas' dads brings up troubling truths, as Chase's suspicions about Ms. Martel come to a head, and April prepares to perform a mythical move for the Showcase

36. The Greater Good

June 21, 2019

The past resurfaces for Nicholas as his dad prepares to cross the Great Gorge, Max comes up with a plan to draw Mimi out, and Ella and Chase butt heads while working on a Diabetes Awareness video

34. Sisters are Doing it for Themselves

June 19, 2019

To save Celeste, Ella turns to an unlikely source, as Phoenix struggles to take on a leadership role, and Max has trouble accepting his dad's plans for the future.

33. Too Little, Too Late

June 18, 2019

Max desperately tries to unshrink his dad, April's on edge when her frenemy from ballet school visits Big Top Academy, and Ella avoids her sister in catch-up class.

32. Possibilities

June 17, 2019

The pressure's on for Nicholas as he gets ready to perform with his dad, Chase gets to the bottom of a mystery involving Ms. Martel, and Max realizes his dad might be in danger.

31. Great Minds

June 14, 2019

Celeste bonds with a virtual version of Violetta Firth, Axel's return from a professional circus gig spurs April's jealousy, and Max insists on erasing all traces of his dad from Big Top Academy.

30. Feel So Small

June 13, 2019

When the truth comes out, Phoenix's friendship with Max is tested, Celeste finds a vintage memory drive that opens up a world of secrets, and April doubts her trampoline skills.

29. Fearless

June 12, 2019

Celeste is forced to make a difficult decision about the Piccolo Family Circus, while Phoenix struggles to confront Sir Rayne, and Max connects to his vulnerability.

28. True Colors

June 11, 2019

A Violetta Firth invention, the Mirror of True Reflections, sends April, Rosa, and Chase on a quest to discover what their mysterious reflections truly mean.

27. Gotta Have Faith

June 10, 2019

Now that the marble's been destroyed, Nicholas and Max struggle to adjust to new father/son dynamics, as Chase fights for Miss G to stay at Big Top Academy.

26. The Marble and the Violin

December 4, 2018

With Sir Rayne on the hunt for the Marble of Invincibility, and the North American Circus School Championships about to begin, Big Top Academy's students must band together to save the day... and the world.

25. Father of Mine

December 3, 2018

As Phoenix, Max, and Rosa try to help Nicholas, Axel's father shows up to tell him he's out of circus school.

24. We Need to Talk About Nicholas

November 30, 2018

When BTA United turns their back on Nicholas, Ella comes up with a new way to unite the team. And Phoenix, along with Chase and Max, figure out what's really going on with Nicholas.

23. Catch Me if You Can

November 29, 2018

Nicholas' new winning-above-everything attitude pushes away his teammates, Chase participates in a charity juggle-a-thon, and Phoenix helps Max develop a routine for the Championships.

22. Under Pressure

November 28, 2018

Rosa feels pressured to go back to Circo Gran Malabar. Meanwhile, Celeste forgets Ella's birthday.

21. The Choice

November 27, 2018

Max contemplates leaving Big Top Academy for good, while Rosa realizes how much she misses Mexico. Celeste on the other hand attempts to complete all the challenges in the Secret Book of Circus Secrets.

20. Pie Day

November 26, 2018

While Phoenix convinces Max to participate in Big Top Academy's annual Pie Day competition, April helps Chase stay out of trouble.

19. The Weight of the World

November 23, 2018

April must convince Nicholas to unite their teams for the Championships and Chase discovers a secret about his mother, while Ella helps Celeste uncover her true self.

18. True Champions

November 22, 2018

Things go south during the qualifiers when Sir Rayne finds out about Max's Olympic training, Phoenix is hurt by Nicholas' betrayal, and Rosa can't perform without her lucky shoes.

17. David vs. Goliath

November 21, 2018

The Phenomenal Five try to up their game for a video submission, but Celeste struggles to master the bungee. Meanwhile, Sir Rayne's team deals with their own problems when April confronts Max about his sudden disappearances.

16. The Rebellion

November 20, 2018

To figure out Sir Rayne's evil plan, Phoenix joins his elite team, Chase realizes Nicholas lied to him, and Rosa has trouble adjusting on her first day at Big Top Academy.

15. Balancing Acts

November 19, 2018

To figure out Sir Rayne's evil plan, Phoenix joins his elite team, Chase realizes Nicholas lied to him, and Rosa has trouble adjusting on her first day at Big Top Academy.

14. Brave New World

November 16, 2018

Loyalties are tested when Sir Rayne's appointed headmaster of Big Top Academy and handpicks students to join his elite team, while Max goes against his father to pursue his Olympic dreams.

13. The Show Must Go On

November 15, 2018

Crisis ensues during the mid-term student showcase when Chase goes missing, and April's old ballet school nemesis shows up to see her big performance.

12. Little Lies

November 14, 2018

Nicholas uses his amulet to uncover his father's mysterious past, as Celeste struggles to hide her feelings towards her dad when he makes a surprise visit to Big Top Academy.

11. Open Book

November 13, 2018

As the mid-term student showcase approaches, Nicholas struggles to embrace his role as a stagehand, Ella begins doubting her skills as a circus artist, and Phoenix tries to repair her friendship with Nicholas.

10. Bad Vibes

November 12, 2018

April comes up with a plan to get Nicholas and Phoenix to make amends, Max lies to Miss G to get extra time in the gym, and Celeste becomes jealous of Axel's friendship with Chase.

9. Catch 22

November 9, 2018

While auditioning for the mid-term student showcase, Nicholas pushes himself too hard, Axel ventures outside of his comfort zone, and Chase is told he can't participate until he improves his academic grades.

8. Far From the Tree

November 8, 2018

Max confronts Sir Rayne about his past, Axel desperately tries to convince his dad he belongs at Big Top Academy, and April and Chase butt heads while preparing for a Cook-Your-Own-Dinner party.

7. Fake It Till You Make It

November 7, 2018

Max deals with the consequences of having blacked out the showcase, as Nicholas digs further into Sir Rayne's past, and Phoenix decides to put her own personal spin on a classical routine.

6. Creation

November 6, 2018

Max confronts his father after learning surprising details about his past, while Celeste, in order to be there to calm Ella's stage fright during her performance, volunteers backstage.

5. Fight for It

November 5, 2018

With the Creation showcase just a day away, April competes against Max for the coveted spot in the grand finale, while Phoenix struggles to perform without her skateboard, and Nicholas tries to save Chase from being kicked out of Big Top Academy.

4. Welcome to the Jungle

October 24, 2018

After receiving the same spirit animal as his father, Nicholas feels pressure to live up to his legacy, while April gets in trouble when she tries to swap her spirit animal and Ella's told she can't reuse a Piccolo routine.

3. Lean on Me

October 22, 2018

During their first assignment, Nicholas regrets trusting Max with his biggest secret, April struggles to open up to Ella, and Axel and Celeste try to pull off the greatest prank in Big Top Academy history!

2. Common Ground

October 17, 2018

Nicholas is determined to figure out what his amulet is trying to tell him. New roommates Phoenix and April are not getting along; while Ella struggles to make friends. Luckily her sister Celeste helps her realize Big Top Academy will soon feel like home.

1. Hanging by a Moment

October 15, 2018

Nicholas Zolta is one of many students invited to audition for Big Top Academy, a prestigious boarding school for circus performers. It's his chance to prove he can follow in his father's footsteps a legendary daredevil who mysteriously disappeared!

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