I've heard about Cirque du Soleil and wanted to catch one of their shows. However, I failed to realize there are 8 Cirque du Soleil productions playing in Las Vegas showrooms on the Strip. I made my decision on the spot upon reaching the half-priced ticket booth with the help of the promoters. Here, I would like to share some insights of each Cirque du Soleil shows with you so that you won't have to make last minute decisions like I just did (although I am happy with my choices)!
Mystère @ Treasure Island
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If you've never seen a Cirque de Soleil show, you would never go wrong with the
classic Cirque show, "Mystere". As the first permanent Cirque du Soleil production in Las Vegas, it certainly doesn't disappoint! This show stresses on acrobatics: powerful, energetic and mind-blowing alongside with some casual Chaplin comedy. If you are up for a
fun show, Mystere should be your top choice.
'O' @ Bellagio
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'O' is phonetic pronunciation of "eau", the French word for
water. This production is comparable to the motion of flowing water: flexible, pure, expressive, smooth, surreal, infinite and incredibly impressive. 'O' incorporates acrobatics into swimming and diving, preforming in, on or above the Bellagio stage which contains a 1.5 million gallon swimming pool. If
Surrealism fascinates you, this show is perfect for you.
Zumanity @ New York-New York
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If you come with a kid, cross this off the list. This is a production about love, physical, emotional and some say, provocative. It is also the first Cirque production to challenge the theme "
sex". This is the show for the open-minded: be prepared to witness a variety of performing style, unfolding the art of sex in every possible ways.
KÀ @ MGM Grand.
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This unique show tells us the story of separated twins on a heroic journey to fulfill their destinies. When compared to other sister productions, KA is more
theatrical, more dramatic with a concrete plot. The show focuses on the "Journey": a journey of love, strength, conflict, with a full-range of obstacles. Not to mention it has the most impressive stage of all productions: a movable one manipulated with pin-point precision to revolve, tilt, raise and lower. This is the show you'll want to watch if you are the kind of person who exits theaters with this question: "so what was that about?"
Love @ Mirage
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This is the show to go if you love pop songs. ‘Love’ celebrates music by the legendary "Beatles". The Cirque production explores the meaning behind music and interpretes the lyrics of "
the Beatles"'s songs into flowing theatrical performance with relevant costumes. This is a big production with 60 cast, performing aerial performance, freestyle dance, extreme sports.... all driven by the familiar legendary soundtracks of The Beatles.
Zarkana @ Aria
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* This production will end in April 2016.
This is a production about a long-abandoned Gothic theater that comes to life. It doesn't have a story line or plot. So instead of trying to catch up on the plot development, just sit back and enjoy. This show features a lot of
individual segments. I searched it up on youtube and found a short clip showing mesmerizing sand painting, energetic flat throwing and more. However the setting is a little too
bizarre and spooky in my opinion, I was looking for a lighthearted show.
Michael Jackson ONE @ Mandalay Bay
A music based Cirque du Soleil production paying tribute to the legendary pop idol
Michael Jackson. This brilliant blend of gymnastic and timeless pop songs is received well by audiences from around the world. This show is loud and vigorous, which dancers performing to Michael Jackson's hit songs. The show has less acrobatics but more spirit, memories and energy. The show ends with fireworks and a hologram of Michael Jackson.
CRISS ANGEL Believe @ Luxor
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If you can't decide between
illusion and circus, you thought this is your choice for the best of both worlds: a little half of Criss Angel, and a little half of Cirque du Soleil. However, according to many reviews online, this is not the case: this is the Cirque du Soleil production with the lowest rating. However, is this show really that bad? I don't know. My opinion is, if you come to the show looking forward to Cirque du Soleil you will be leaving this show with a 2 star or even worst review, because it doesn't tell you that up front but Cirque du Soleil is actually a minor element of the show. If you are a big big fan of
Criss Angel, then maybe you'll give it a 4 star.
Thank You for Reading!
This post is based solely on my opinion or personal experience.
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