The Wandering Disciple

The Flying Wallendas makes their ways across the tightrope in the grand finale of A Brave New Wonderland. Hosted by Sarasota's own daredevil Nik Wallenda, the holiday themed circus tells the story of the holidays through music and acrobatic performances.  A Brave New Wonderland runs until December 31 under the big top at the Mall at University Town Center.  Taken: December 2, 2023 (Sarasota, FL)

A poodle delivers a bouquet of flowers to its squeeze during a performance at A Brave New Wonderland. Veranica Tchalabaeva and her band of playful pups brings and exciting act of skills and laughs to the holiday themed circus.  A Brave New Wonderland runs until December 31 under the big top at the Mall at University Town Center.  Taken: December 2, 2023 (Sarasota, FL)

As darkness falls over the circus ring, the amazing juggling act of Junior Neves lights up the ring. The art of juggling can be traced back as far as the Egyptian people with wall painting showing jugglers found dating back to 1994 to 1781 B.C.  This performance by Junior is just one of the acts performing during A Brave New Wonderland, the holiday themed circus being hosted at the University Town Center Mall. You can catch the show until December 31.  Taken: December 2, 2023 (Sarasota, FL)

For eight generations, the Ashton family has been a prominent name in the circus. The Ring of Fame family has been preforming before thousands since immigrating to the US on the Queen Mary in the 1950's. Today the family name is carried on by Lianna Ashton.  Lianna performed her hoops act during A Brave New Wonderland. The holiday themed circus takes place through December 31 at the University Town Center Mall in Sarasota.  Taken: December 2, 2023 (Sarasota, FL)

Emma Clarke soars above her hometown during a performance under the big top. A resident of Sarasota, Emma joined fellow Sarasota native Nik Wallenda for A Brave New Wonderland, a holiday themed circus.  A Brave New Wonderland is located under the big top at the Mall at University Town Center. It will occur on select nights through December 31.  Taken: December 2, 2023 (Sarasota, FL)

Ermiyas Muluken shows off his incredible balance by climbing a ladder free-floating right before your very eyes. Originally from Ethiopia, Ermiyas travels the world showcasing his skills on the ladder and the rolla rolla.  Ermiyas Muluken is just one of the many acts performing during A Brave New Wonderland. The holiday circus is performing in Sarasota until December 31.  Taken: December 2, 2023 (Sarasota, FL)

Sarasota, Florida:  Bring your families and nestle in under the big top for a magical night of holiday cheer as Nik Wallenda and and the Circus Arts Conservatory bring you "A Brave New Wonderland".  Join Johnny Rocket and Ty McFarland on a journey through the holidays and learn the meaning of the holiday season. Using dazzling acts of strength and acrobatics, circus entertainers help tell the story of Kwanza, Hannukah and Christmas.    Developed by Sarasota's own circus legend Nik Wallenda, the show features a star packed lineup including a finale by Nik and his family.  The circus uses music, acrobats and a little circus magic to bring the meaning of the holiday season to life for the entire family. A Brave New Wonderland is being held under the Circus Sarasota big top on the grounds of the Mall at University Town Center on select nights through December 31.  Tickets range from $30-75.  There is no charge for parking. We attended the 2:30 show on Satu...