FIRST PHOTO: Super American Circus General Manager Mario Espana uses a ratchet to tighten a support cable for the twin towers of the Big Top tent being set up at the Oskie Rice Event Center in Olinda Wednesday afternoon. Espana said the circus was preparing for a three-night stand after performances on Oahu and the Big Island. Espana said the American-style modern circus mainly performs internationally, with upcoming tours on Guam and in the Philippines. Maui shows are scheduled for Friday at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 1 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 1 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. To learn more, or buy tickets, log on to superamericancircus.com.

SECOND PHOTO: The Super American Circus Big Top tent’s two towers are raised Wednesday afternoon in Olinda.