Temecula welcomes the return of the big top

Circus Vargas Ringmaster Jonathan Lee Iverson entertains guests and introduces performers during the opening night in Temecula, April 11. Circus Vargas is located at the Promenade Temecula and runs through April 28. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
An aerialist performs stunts high above the ring at Circus Vargas. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
An aerialist performs stunts high above the ring at Circus Vargas. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
A Circus Vargas hula hoopist performs for guests during opening night in Temecula. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
Guests enjoy the Circus Vargas opening night in Temecula. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
The Faltyny family perform for guests attending the opening night at Circus Vargas. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
The Faltyny family perform for guests attending the opening night at Circus Vargas. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
Circus Vargas clown Stevie entertains guests attending the opening night of Circus Vargas in Temecula. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
Guests attending the opening night of Circus Vargas in Temecula shine lights in the stands during a performance. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
Four stunt performers on motorcycles perform in the globe of death at Circus Vargas in Temecula. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
A tightrope walker performs for guests at Circus Vargas in Temecula. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo
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