Circus performer Nicolette rallies the crowd for upcoming acts at the Ahmed Shrine Circus Monday evening at Lakeview Arena in Marquette. (Journal photo by Trinity Carey)

A royal Bengal tiger waits for a command from tiger trainer Ryan Easley at the Ahmed Shrine Circus Monday evening at Lakeview Arena in Marquette. (Journal photo by Trinity Carey)

From left, Sawyer Kennedy, 4, poses with Spider-Man, who put on an aerial show. The performances marked the 57th annual Ahmed Shrine Circus and kicked off its tour across the Upper Peninsula. Other acts featured included giant dancing bears, circus elephants, various aerial performances, juggling acts, a laser light show and more. Proceeds raised from the circus will go toward funding Shriners childrens hospitals. (Journal photo by Trinity Carey)