The opening night of Britney Spears' Circus tour in New Orleans on Tuesday (March 3rd) has been described as “life-changing” by a fan of the star.

The singer's concert at the sold out New Orleans Arena marked the start of her first full concert tour in five years.

Spears was surrounded by jugglers, martial arts dancers and acrobats as she performed in a variety of costumes, including a provocative ringmaster's outfit.

Despite claims the singer mimed much of her set, one fan described the show as “amazing”, adding: “The comeback has officially begun!"

Another told MTV: "We saw a full circus, baby. We are from New Orleans and we've watched Britney [from the beginning].”

Spears tour will take her across the US before calling in Europe this summer.

She is due to play eight shows in London and one in Manchester in June.

(by Jason Gregory)