Cirque du Soleil Crystal Returns to Windsor
Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL – a one-of-a-kind production that brings the circus arts to the ice for the very first time, returns to Windsor’s WFCU Centre from November 30 to December 3, presented by Sun Life.
In addition to seven jaw-dropping traditional circus acts, CRYSTAL also features figure skating and extreme skating – two disciplines that have never been seen before in a Cirque du Soleil show.
Thrilling more than 1.9 million people worldwide since its creation in 2017, CRYSTAL blends the art of skating with adrenaline-inducing acrobatics and aerial feats. The show takes audiences on a whimsical journey into the vivid and magical imagination of the show’s protagonist, Crystal.
“CRYSTAL pushes the boundaries of possibility of the circus arts and encourages audiences to find the magic in the everyday,” says Robert Tannion, CRYSTAL’s Artistic Director. “The show is all about shifting your perspective and looking at things from fresh angles – sometimes the best way to appreciate things is to look at it sideways or in Crystal’s case, upside down! It’s a magical story that really springs to life on the ice and we can’t wait to bring it to Windsor again.”
Created by Shana Carroll and Sebastien Soldevila, CRYSTAL takes audiences on an exhilarating journey of self-discovery full of whimsy and wonder. Feel your adrenaline soar as you dive into a world of playful imagination with the show’s protagonist, Crystal, as she learns to see things differently and become who she was always destined to be – herself.
Using astounding on-ice visual projections – a Cirque du Soleil first – and a soundtrack that seamlessly blends popular music with the signature sound of Cirque du Soleil, CRYSTAL transports audiences on an unforgettable visual and auditory acrobatic experience.
The show is suitable for all ages.
CRYSTAL is Cirque du Soleil’s 42nd creation and the company’s very first acrobatic experience on ice.
Since its creation in 2017, the show has toured to over 130 cities in 15 different countries including Canada, the US, UK, Mexico, France, Germany, and more!
This one-of-a-kind performance features seven traditional circus acts including trapeze, hand-to-hand, Banquine, aerial straps, hand-to-trapeze, juggling, and hand balancing – all performed on ice!
CRYSTAL is the first Cirque du Soleil production that uses real snow – the team makes approximately 300 snowballs each week.
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
- November 30th at 7:30 pm
- December 1 at 7:30 pm
- December 2 at 3:30 pm & 7:30 pm
- December 3 at 1:00 pm
Tickets for CRYSTAL are now available exclusively to Cirque Club members. Cirque Club membership is free and includes access to advance tickets and special offers. To join, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com. General tickets will be on-sale on May 2nd. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.cirquedusoleil.com/crystal.Cirque du Soleil has redefined how the world views the circus; from small town talent to a household name. Based in Montreal (Qc), the Canadian organization went on to become a global leader in live entertainment with the creation of world-class immersive and iconic experiences, across 6 continents. Cirque du Soleil connects with audiences by being genuine, human and inclusive. Privileged to work with artists from 90 countries to bring their creativity to life on stages around the world, the company aims to make a positive impact on people, communities and the planet with its most important tools: creativity and art. Over the years, more than 215 million people have been inspired, in over 70 different countries.
Originally composed of 20 street performers in 1984, Cirque du Soleil completely reinvented circus arts and went on to become a world leader in artistic entertainment. Established in Montreal, the Canadian organization has brought wonder and delight to over 180 million spectators with 42 productions that have taken place in close to 450 cities in 60 countries. Cirque du Soleil currently has over 4,000 employees, including 1,300 artists, from nearly 50 countries. In 2017 alone, 19 shows are being presented simultaneously throughout the world.
