America has been a freedom utopia for many, and New York has always been the door to it. Some come in search of their American dream, others escaping misery and war.  Some have just arrived; others have been here for decades. They all bring their illusions and suffer their frustrations. They struggle to survive and some even prosper, all of them showing creativity and originality. They become performers in the NY circus.

 Different streams flowing into an always-evolving great river. They keep coming, from all over the world and other parts of America; thousands converging every day into the great city, regardless of skyrocketing rents and xenophobic politics. Life is not easy, it has never been, but going back is not an option. Strong drive becomes essential to overcome the many hurdles.

This series seeks to portray real New Yorkers in action, showing their energy and self-image. Together, in their sheer diversity, they form the soul of this great city.