The Circus of the sun or Circo del Sol in Spanish, is considered the greatest circus producer in the world. Characterized by incredible shows and acrobatics without the company of animals, this Canadian-born circus has established itself as an audience favorite thanks to the incredible themes, energy and youthfulness of its presentations.
Currently, the Circus of the sun It is presented in more than 300 cities around the world, counting on more than 11 million viewers annually. He has done over 19 world tours and has steady performances in places like Las Vegas, Riviera Maya and Tokyo, generating over $1 billion a year. Just the name of this company is already a symbol of prestige, quality and originality in the world of entertainment.
History of Cirque du Soleil in Canada
The history of this fine company dates back to 1980, when Gilles Ste-Croix and Guy Laliberté founded a small group of artists who demonstrated their talent on the shores of the St. Lawrence River in Quebec City. Known among locals as the stilt walkers of Baie-Saint-Pauthis small group represented the beginning of Circus of the sun.
In 1984, on the occasion of the 450th anniversary of the discovery of Canada, Guy Laliberté decided to take the show on tour in the province of Quebec. More and more young artists have joined this innovative, animal-free circus project characterized by music and the arts. So it was during this tour that Laliberté described the cast as Circus of the sunreferring to the fact that “The sun symbolizes youth, energy and strength”.
The tours began to expand to the rest of Canada in the following years and later to the United States, where they conquered major cities for the show such as Las Vegas in the 1990s. Europe, Asia and Latin America joined the public in the 2000s. But also more artists from all over the world joined the team, making Circus of the sun a multicultural company.
Currently, more than a thousand artists, from 55 different countries, work in the various shows offered by the company. Each individual show has around 100 artists, who have previously practiced sports disciplines such as rhythmic and acrobatic gymnastics.
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Cirque du Soleil Headquarters in Montreal
Although this great show is already international in scope, it does not forget its Canadian roots, since the main hall of the Circus of the sun is located in Montreal, Quebec.
In this place, more than 400 specialists are in charge of creative ideas and collaborate to create the shows that are presented all over the world. Of course, they have the support of artisans and artists who help design the costumes, lighting and sets.
Shows are also presented depending on the season, which makes their presence in their hometown even more magical. The show is scheduled for soon Chopped off arrives in Canada and Montreal in December 2022, as well as CHASED which will begin its presentations in the summer of 2023.
The most popular shows
Due to its great success in Las Vegas in 1993, Mystery it became the company’s first permanent show. Even after two decades, it’s still a must-see sight in this city.
Shortly after conquering the United States, the Circus of the sun I come with Mystery in Asia, Europe and South America with new shows that have won over audiences around the world.
Currently, among the most popular are:
- Happiness
- Cirque du Soleil Crystal
- KA
- crazy apple
- “THAT IS”
- To like
- draw to life
- Kooza
- OVO
- bazaar
- CHASED
- michael jackson one
- Beatles love
- JEWEL
Many of them are about to begin their world tour, as is the case for Kooza. If you want to know more about attending your favorite show of this company, visit its official page here.
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Circus of the sun He has received various awards, including a Rose d’Or, a Bambi award, three Drama Desk awards and Primetime Emmy. He also has his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and another on Canada’s Walk of Fame.
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