The circus that could be called a factory of dreams and emotions will have these shows in Latin America in the remainder of 2018

The Cirque du Soleil was founded by the Canadian Guy Laliberté in 1984, and its name pays homage to the beauty of the Sun that evokes youth, energy and dynamism. Cirque du Soleil visited the USA for the first time in 1987 and with his show "We Reinvent the Circus" and impressed the select public of the Festival of Los Angeles, California, as well as the media with its exquisite and unique combination of performance and stage design. All of the above was the beginning of a path of worldwide success that would continue with an acclaimed foray IGNORE INTO Europe, in 1990, with performances in London and Paris.

After years of acclaimed premieres, which started as a project of only 73 people turned IGNORE INTO a company with more than 5000 individuals of different nationalities among which there are just over 1200 artists, among gymnasts, dancers, musicians, and singers, who receive an arduous acrobatic and artistic training. Everything in Cirque du Soleil is created and elaborated in its workshops. The costumes, the shoes, the wigs, and the props are made and sculpted, sewn and molded by a specialized team of the collective.

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His concept of circus is completely different from the traditional one and is based on a well-elaborated show of acrobatics, acting, multicultural art, imaginary worlds, dance, challenge to the status quo, skill, and grace. The idea has expanded IGNORE INTO a huge variety of creative efforts that invoke the imagination, to awaken the senses and savor the emotions of the public around the world.

Unforgettable shows

Currently the company has 20 shows that are presented in more than 250 cities around the world; in Las Vegas, you can see eight Cirque du Soleil shows attended by more than 9,000 people each night, among which one of the most representative is Mystère, which is one of the emblematic works that was first open to the public in 1993 and that after its first sample became the first permanent show of Cirque du Soleil.

Latin America has also had the privilege of witnessing and enjoying several of the acclaimed shows of Cirque du Soleil and some of the most remembered and expected by the public are those that we will present below:

SEP7IMO DÍA – No Descansaré

Séptimo Día, which translates to Seventh Day, was presented in Panama, Costa Rica, Colombia, Chile, Mexico, Peru, Argentina, and Guatemala. On its first tour of Latin America, it sold a total of 1 million tickets. This show transports the audience to a place where emotions flow to the rhythm of the emblematic Soda Stéreo songs. A cast of 36 artists guides the audience through a series of visual, acrobatic and artistic paintings, with which it manages to generate an immersive experience. This year the Cirque du Soleil will present this show in Paraguay from June 20 to 23 at the Jockey Club of Asunción.

Amaluna

"Amaluna will raise your spirit and take your heart to places you have never visited before" – Cirque du Soleil

This show tells the story of a group of young men who is dragged to the island of the goddesses, which will trigger an epic and exciting love story between the daughter of Prospera and a young suitor. Their love will be put to the test. This show is directed by the Tony Award winner Diane Paulus, who will bring this year to several countries in Latin America such as Peru, Colombia, and Argentina a show with more than 120 people and since 2012 has traveled 39 cities in 18 countries around the world world. The show will be presented in Santiango, Chile, from May 31 to July 1, 2018; Lima, Peru, from July 22 to August 12, 2018; Quito, Ecuador, from September 6 to 23, 2018; and Bogotá, Colombia, from October 26 to December 16, 2018.

LUZIA

One of the most anticipated shows of this year and inspired by Mexican culture, this event has been described as a tribute to a country whose wealth is characterized by having an extraordinary mix of creative influences; a territory that impresses with its beautiful landscapes, its beautiful architecture and the warm and warrior spirit of its people. "Luzia is the inspiration of light and rain". The show will be presented in Guadalajara from August 30 to September 16, in Monterrey from October 4 to 21, and in Mexico City from November 8 to December 23.

For more information about the shows of the circus of the sun visit: Cirque du Soleil.

Latin American Post | Andrea Espitia

Translated from "Los shows del Circo Del Sol más recordados, aclamados y esperados en Latinoamérica"