Ep 31. Great Minds

The episode "Great Minds" is the 31st episode of the first season of the Canadian children's television series "Big Top Academy". Set in a circus academy, the show follows the adventures of a group of talented young circus performers as they train to become the best circus artists in the world.

In "Great Minds", the students of Big Top Academy are tasked with coming up with their own new and innovative circus acts for a special school presentation. They are given a week to create and perfect their acts, and will be judged by a panel of experts. The pressure is on, as the winner of the competition will get the chance to perform their act at a real circus.

As the students work on their acts, they encounter a variety of challenges and setbacks. Mira struggles to come up with an idea for her act, while Nicholas tries to incorporate his passion for parkour into his performance. Wynter, meanwhile, must balance her gymnastics skills with her fear of heights.

But the students are not alone in their efforts. They seek guidance and inspiration from various sources, including the academy's founder, Mr. Tattersall, who shares his own experiences as a circus performer, and a visiting magician, who teaches them the importance of incorporating storytelling into their acts.

As the day of the presentation approaches, tensions rise and emotions run high. The students are nervous, but also excited to showcase their hard work and creativity. When the day finally arrives, they take to the stage one by one, each hoping to impress the judges and win the competition.

The presentation is filled with thrilling acrobatics, breathtaking aerial performances, and impressive juggling and magic tricks. The judges are impressed with the students' skills and creativity, but must ultimately choose a winner.

In the end, only one student can be crowned the champion. But win or lose, all of the students have learned a valuable lesson about the importance of hard work, determination, and creativity in the world of circus performing. And as they continue on their journey at Big Top Academy, they look forward to facing new challenges and opportunities in the exciting world of circus.