By Brett Fisher

  • Photos by Brett Fisher. Acrobats balance during a circus performance in Carson City.
    Photos by Brett Fisher. Acrobats balance during a circus performance in Carson City.
  • A blade thrower clowns around with a volunteer.
    A blade thrower clowns around with a volunteer.
  • A tight-rope walker uses a wheel to cross.
    A tight-rope walker uses a wheel to cross.

Thrills, frills and even some spills are part of circus life. The Ramos Bros. have brought the big top to Carson City now through Monday, June 18 for an old-fashioned circus experience.

Show times are 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. daily.

For more information, call (702)827-9961 or visit ramoscircus.com.