Mr. V's Big Top Dream plays out in Temecula

A contortionist performs a balancing act while shooting a bow and arrow with her feet at a target for guests attending the opening night of Circus Vargas in Temecula. Village News/Shane Gibson photo

Circus Vargas performers entertain guests as the show returns to Temecula at the Promenade Mall, Aug. 5. Tickets for Circus Vargas showtimes in Temecula are available through Aug. 23. Village News/Shane Gibson photo

Circus Vargas performs under the Big Top in "Mr. V's Big Top Dream." For performance dates, times and to purchase tickets, visit www.circusvargas.com or call 877-GOTFUN-1 (877-468-3861) Village News/Shane Gibson photo

A performer with Circus Vargas performs a hula hoop act for guests during the show's opening night in Temecula. Valley News/Shane Gibson photo

A Circus Vargas performer entertains guests at the show's opening night in Temecula. Village News/Shane Gibson photo

A Circus Vargas silk aerialist performs for guests in Temecula during the show's opening night in Temecula. Village News/Shane Gibson photo

Trapeze artists perform under the Big Top at Circus Vargas in Temecula. Village News/Shane Gibson photo

Circus Vargas clowns interact and entertain guests in the stands at the Circus Vargas opening night in Temecula. Village News/Shane Gibson photo

Circus Vargas performers display a high flying teeterboard act for guests during the show's opening night in Temecula. Village News/Shane Gibson photo