Wonder Circus is back in town with brand new show and fresh acts

All of the traditional attractions of the Big Top are there – but this year owner Carolyn Roberts wanted to shake it up to give the show a more up-to-date “fluid feel”.

"Gone is the ringmaster – The Neverland Theatre’s Gary Starr has done all the voice overs for us so the acts flow better without introduction breaks.

"However, there are still clowns, jugglers, trapeze artists, a wire walker and a new dog act.

"We are very excited about our new acts from Europe – something different for all the families who support us year after year.”

A gala opening night on Tuesday saw a number of VIP guests at the ringside, including Mayor of Skegness Coun Pete Barry, who opened the show.

Also amongst the guests were the carnival royalty, Gary Starr and local councillors.

"It was so good to see everyone again,” said Carolyn. “We’ve been coming so long Skegness feels like home."

The Wonder Circus Big Top has returned to its site in Burgh Road and will now be open for bookings until September 3.

"So far bookings have been good and we are hoping this continues so we can keep going,” said Carolyn.

Along with the daily shows, a charity Big Night Out, hosted by Gary Starr, will take place on Thursday, August 17, at 7pm.

For details about tickets for this and other shows, visit The Wonder Circus on Facebook.