From the outside, it looks like a regular circus tent, but when you step inside, you’ll be greeted by the sights and sounds of a 35,000-gallon water tank. It’s the centerpiece for Cirque Italia, now performing in Tampa Bay. “Really to get this kind of entertainment you need to go to Vegas or New York,” said performer Morgaine Rosenthal.

For the past 10 years, Cirque Italia has been traveling the country, consisting of performers from all over the world, everyone with their own unique set of talents. “When I see the face of the people, and they’re like, ‘oh that’s awesome, that trick was really good,’ and they feel amazed that’s what makes us go back every time and risk our lives every day,” said Hector Pacaran.