Cirque Du Soleil’s Iris revels in Hollywood, ...

Cirque Du Soleil’s Iris is a great opportunity for the famous performance troupe to take on the big screen in their most familiar territory, the stage. But the LA Times reports that the company has been reluctant to allow the reverse to happen.

Guy Laliberte, the founder of the troupe, spoke to the Times at length about their new show, Iris, and the push-pull relationship that Cirque has maintained with Hollywood. Apparently, they turned down offers from a studio to turn the “Cirque story” about starting as a scrappy street art troupe and developing into a global juggernaut into a movie.

Laliberte is quoted on the differences between Cirque and most Hollywood studios – a willingness to experiment and make mistakes isn’t tolerate in the Hollywood system, he says – and Danny Elfman says he was given exceptional leeway when writing the soundtrack for Iris. Even the show’s director, Decouflé, says, “I thought that I would have to change more and be more close to what is usually done. But you can’t say ‘what is usually done’ because in all of their shows Cirque has a different creative team. So there is many different colors coming to the work.”

Want to experience the show yourself? Snag Cirque Du Soleil Iris tickets from StubHub.

Permalink - Posted in General on October 9, 2011 - Post a comment

Michael Jackson The IMMORTAL Tour impresses ...

Cirque Du Soleil has always had a knack for inspiring flights of fancy and taking audiences to otherworldly planes. What better group to tackle the imaginative world of Michael Jackson? The King of Pop was known for living in his own reality, one informed by his creativity and the unique experience of being a celebrity pop star.

Soon, everyone will have a chance to get Michael Jackson The IMMORTAL Tour tickets and experience that world for themselves. A group of journalists got a first look at the show recently, reports the Montreal Gazette.

Jackson appears in the form of a doll floating in a helium balloon according to the Gazette: “A Swarovski crystal is embedded in the eye of the puppet that represents Michael Jackson’s younger self in the Cirque du Soleil’s Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour. During a backstage tour of the show offered to journalists earlier this week, renowned props and puppet designer Michael Curry showed off his doll-like creation, which soars above the crowd in a helium balloon while Jackson’s voice sings Have You Seen My Childhood? It’s a touching moment, which, like much of the show, is served up with a dash of Neverland bizarreness.”

Get tickets for the show now by going to StubHub.

Permalink - Posted in General on October 5, 2011 - Post a comment

Cirque Du Soleil has some pretty amazing athletes

Most people think of Cirque Du Soleil as performance art – which it is, in every sense. But you can also look at it as a bit of a sport. A column on News-Sentinel.com by an assistant sports editor points out that the fantastic show, which has been entertaining fans ever since being founded in the ’80s, is really composed of some fantastic athletes.

“For the fourth time in 15 years, I went to see Cirque du Soleil on Thursday, and by the end I was wondering if these were the best athletes ever to perform at Memorial Coliseum,” the column reads. “Think about all the great competitors who have showcased their skills in that building over the last 60 years, the hockey players, NBA players, Olympic athletes and pro athletes from various sports, and I believe the Cirque du Soleil performers could be the most gifted.”

It’s a fair point. People don’t stop to consider the hours upon hours of training that is part of daily life for Cirque performers. It’s what makes them so astounding in the first place, and what allows them to carry on the wide following that they have.

Looking to see these athletes on stage? Get Cirque Du Soleil tickets on StubHub.

Permalink - Posted in General on September 23, 2011 - Post a comment

Cirque Du Soleil’s OVO to arrive in Santa ...

Cirque Du Soleil OVO tickets are some of the biggest sellers on StubHub, so it should excite a lot of the site’s users that Cirque is bringing the show to the L.A. area. OVO will be coming to Santa Monica in January 20, according to the LA Times.

The Times has a great little description of the show if you’ve never seen it: “Juggling ants, soaring scarabs and a gravity-defying spider are among the fanciful creatures in “OVO,”  which uses a mix of movement, music and circus arts to tell tales of life and love in the insect world – as well as what happens when a mysterious giant egg (“ovo” in Portuguese) pops up.”

Sounds good? Wait until you experience it live. There’s a lot of Cirque news coming out of L.A. these days, especially with hit productions like Iris going on over at the Kodak Theatre. If you haven’t seen it, make sure you go – it’s about the golden age of the film industry. Perfect for Tinsel Town!

Permalink - Posted in General on September 18, 2011 - Post a comment

Cirque Du Soleil’s Quidam rules Boston

In the old days, the circus would travel from town to town, wowing families with wonderful animals and acts. Cirque Du Soleil takes the circus to an entirely different level – but that spirit of traveling from city to city and bringing people joy and entertainment is still alive and well.

The Boston Herald has a review up today of the new Cirque Quidam show that is playing in Beantown. Cirque Du Soleil Quidam Boston tickets are selling fast on StubHub, so you can bet that it’s a hit.

According to the review, the show doesn’t have a stupefying, iconic act, but it has plenty of little wowsers throughout its running time: “There’s no one massive show-stopping routine in “Quidam,” like the flying trapeze or Wheel of Death that have been featured in other Cirque shows. But despite the smaller scale, there are some standouts. A Spanish Web act features five performers yo-yoing over the stage in elaborate formations; Laetitia Bodin and Remi Chal-Debeauvais perform astonishing feats of strength in a Statue routine; and a gaggle of acrobats execute a gravity-defying Banquine act.”

Make sure you secure your tickets and see the show on its current run!

Permalink - Posted in General on September 11, 2011 - Post a comment

ESPN explains what Cirque Du Soleil looks for in ...

Ever watch the performers from Cirque Du Soleil on stage and wonder what’s required to join them? ESPN has the scoop for you. The sports news site has a story up about Cirque Du Soleil’s athletic employees, and just what it takes to be the best of the best.

There are more than 1,000 performers in the ranks of the Cirque Du Soleil family, and apparently, starting on Sept. 17, they’ll be looking for more. So what does it take? According to Mireille Goyette, a trainer and performer in Quidam, “You don’t have to be a perfect performer. You don’t have to be a champion to be success in Cirque…But you have to show flexibility, strength and a good personality. This definitely is an athletic competition. That’s how we view our acrobats.”

You might not have to be a champion, but it certainly helps. The ESPN story goes on to point out that there are more than 20 former Olympians with the troupe working across the globe, 10 of which are in Las Vegas’ O. Want to see them on stage? Get Cirque Du Soleil tickets on StubHub.

Permalink - Posted in General on September 9, 2011 - Post a comment

Cirque Du Soleil’s Iris blows away Reuters ...

Fans of Cirque Du Soleil have been eagerly anticipating Iris, the Montreal-based troupe’s newest production, which is based around the history of the golden age of film. If Reuters’ latest review can be trusted, Iris is a must-see for anyone.

One of the standout elements of the production is the score, which is provided by famed movie composer (and former Oingo Boingo frontman) Danny Elfman. The sheer numbers involved in the show are astounding: “This show is huge: $100 million spent for renovations to the amazing Kodak Theater (also home of the Oscars), 175 additional loudspeakers installed, 360 props, 200 costumes, 72 artists from 15 nations, and a 125-man crew just to pull it all off. This love affair with the cinema was written and directed by Philippe Decouflé and this guy has got to have one of the greatest jobs in the universe! How do I sign up for the next one? Hey, I speak French, too!”

How’s that for enthusiasm? Grab some Cirque Du Soleil Iris Los Angeles tickets on StubHub before they all sell out.

Permalink - Posted in General on August 26, 2011 - Post a comment

Cirque Du Soleil’s KA? There’s an app ...

These days it seems like there’s an app ready for everything. You can do your banking on your mobile device just as easily as play Angry Birds. But Cirque Du Soleil isn’t overlooking the opportunity to get information out to fans about its shows. Fox5 Vegas reports that a company has actually developed an app for KA, one of Cirque Du Soleil’s productions, that lets fans check out images of their favorite characters, watch videos from behind-the-scenes of the show and do much more.

Cirque Du Soleil KA tickets have proven to be very popular on StubHub, so it’s little surprise that the show would get its own app. Here’s an excerpt from the report: “The KÀ iPad app includes photos of your favorite KÀ characters, exclusive behind-the-scenes images and creative sketches of the show. The app displays videos that feature a make-up application with KÀ artists, clips from G4 TV, KÀ’s performance at Comic-Con and more. Become a Cirque Club member and receive exclusive offers and updates via email or sign up to receive mobile alerts to your mobile phone with a chance to win tickets to a Las Vegas show.”

Permalink - Posted in General on August 9, 2011 - Post a comment

Enjoy Cirque Du Soleil’s Zarkana at Radio ...

One of the most hotly anticipated productions out this summer is Cirque Du Soleil’s new Zarkana, which opened at the Radio City Music Hall and has been enchanting patrons ever since. The Celebrity Cafe has a nice little write-up about the production, noting that it’s full of surprises and twists that will make you come back with your friends for more.

Cirque Du Soleil Zarkana New York tickets have been hot sellers on StubHub, and when you read reviews like this one, you get a sense of why. “Zarkana, a François Girard-directed production, features over 70 performers from 15 countries. The story centers on a magician named Zark, who suddenly loses his powers and the love of his life, Lia, in a theater populated by mutant ladies and other bizarre characters aiming to thwart his quest to find his lost love.”

Especially interesting to us is the detail about a “spider-lady” who perform her songs upside-down. Check out the video that comes with that review for more.

Permalink - Posted in General on August 9, 2011 - Post a comment

Cirque Du Soleil’s Iris earns rave review in ...

Cirque Du Soleil’s newest production, Iris, is a celebration of all things Hollywood. It’s staged at the Kodak Theatre, home of the Oscars, and is dedicated to the golden age of cinema. It’s the perfect Los Angeles show!

Not only that, but it’s just as entertaining as one would hope. The Examiner has posted up a very glowing review of the production, with details that will give you a sense of whether you should be next in line to get Cirque Du Soleil Iris tickets on StubHub (we’ll give you a hint: it’s a yes).

Here’s a brief summary of the show’s plot and theme from the review: “As you may have figured out, the name “Iris” refers to the adjustable opening that controls the amount of light that passes through a camera lens (as well as the human eye.) Like all of Cirque du Soleil’s shows, IRIS showcases mind-blowing acrobatics, sumptuous costumes and sets, and phantasmagorical imagery. The plot centers around the romance of two young Hollywood archetypes—Buster (the humble hero) and Scarlett (the ingénue turned movie star)—as they find themselves lost in the chaos of a film set.”

Permalink - Posted in General on August 9, 2011 - Post a comment


 Page 1 of 107  1  2  3  4  5 » ...  Last »