Cirque du Soleil returns to Australia with a spectacular new production for the whole family, presented under the blue-and-yellow Grand Chapiteau (Big Top).OVO is a headlong rush into a colourful eco-system teeming with life, where insects work, eat, crawl, flutter, play, fight and look for love in a non-stop riot of energy and movement. The insects' home is a world of biodiversity and beauty filled with noisy action and moments of quiet emotion.
When a mysterious egg appears in their midst, the insects are awestruck and intensely curious about this iconic object that represents the enigma and cycles of their lives.
It's love at first sight when a gawky, quirky insect arrives in this bustling community and a fabulous ladybug catches his eye - and the feeling is mutual.
The cast of OVO is comprised of 54 performing artists from 16 countries specializing in many acrobatic acts. One highlight of OVO is the stunning flying trapeze act, in which six flyers soar 40 feet in the air, making this the biggest act of its kind to ever be presented under a big top by Cirque du Soleil. It combines many circus disciplines, including banquine, Russian swing and swinging chair. The finale features 20 artists running, jumping and leaping up a 24-foot vertical wall.
OVO is overflowing with contrasts. The hidden, secret world at our feet is revealed as tender and torrid, noisy and quiet, peaceful and chaotic. And as the sun rises on a bright new day, the vibrant cycle of insect life begins anew.
br> OVO is written and directed by Deborah Colker.
TOUR DATES & CITIES
Brisbane - Opens July 14, 2012
Sydney - Opens September 13, 2012
Adelaide - Opens December 6, 2012
Melbourne - Opens January 17, 2013
Perth - Opens April 14, 2013
"Overhead and on-the-ground, OVO is a whimsical infestation. It captivates as a vibrant, magical spectacle."
Chicago Now
"Cirque du Soleil turns bug's world upside-down in spectacular OVO."
Chicago Sun-Times
"Cirque du Soleil 'OVO' delivers the unbelievable. "
Cincinnati Enquirer
“Cirque hatches visual stunner."
Houston Chronicle
“OVO is an astonishing showcase of superhuman feats of strength, balance and contortion."
Houston Press
Cirque du Soleil - 2012 Shows Australia
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