As it prepares to
raise its massive Big Top in Oaks, Cirque du Soleil announced that its new
production VOLTA, will be opening on Thursday, July 12. The show will be
taking place under the Big Top adjacent to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
in Oaks, PA - just minutes from King of Prussia, PA - until August 5.
VOLTA is written
and directed by Bastien Alexandre and with Jean Guibert as the director of
creation.
International electronic composer and musical director Anthony Gonzalez, from worldwide renowned group M83, brings his space-age future pop sound to the Cirque du Soleil stage for the first time ever.
The name VOLTA refers to a sudden about-face, a change in emotion or idea often used in poetry. It also speaks to the jolt of energy delivered through the show.
International electronic composer and musical director Anthony Gonzalez, from worldwide renowned group M83, brings his space-age future pop sound to the Cirque du Soleil stage for the first time ever.
The name VOLTA refers to a sudden about-face, a change in emotion or idea often used in poetry. It also speaks to the jolt of energy delivered through the show.
VOLTA is a story of
transformation. It is about being true to oneself, fulfilling one’s true
potential, and recognizing one’s own power to make it possible. Ultimate
freedom comes with self-acceptance, and with the liberation of the judgement of
others. Inspired in part by the adventurous spirit that fuels the culture of
street sports, the show weaves acrobatics in a visually striking world driven
by a stirring melodic score.
⦁ The Big Top seats more than 2,500
people
⦁ The entire site set-up takes six
days. This includes installation of the Big Top, the entrance tent, the VIP
tent and the rehearsal spaces
⦁ The Big Top is held down by roughly
500 stakes
⦁ The Big Top can withstand winds up
to 120 km/h (75 mph)
⦁ It measures 51 meters in diameter
and is supported by four 25-metre steel masts
⦁ The cupola is 19 meters above the
ground
⦁ The light-colored canvas helps
counter the effects of the sun, thereby reducing energy consumption and
minimizing greenhouse gas emissions
⦁ VOLTA travels via 72 trailer trucks
carrying close to 2,000 tons of equipment
Ticket Information
VOLTA will be
presented under the Big Top beginning July 12, 2018 adjacent to
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA. Tickets are available starting
from $49. They can be purchased at www.cirquedusoleil.com/volta or
by calling 1-877-9CIRQUE (1-877-924-7783). Parking is free. Guests can also
discover the Hennessy Black VIP Experience package – a cocktail reception with
open bar and hors d’oeuvres inspired by the show, access to the best seats for
greater comfort, complimentary parking and more!
For more
information about Cirque du Soleil, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com.
VOLTA’s creative team comprises 15 creators under the artistic guidance of Jean-François Bouchard:
Bastien Alexandre Writer and Director
Jean Guibert Director of Creation
Bruce Rodgers Set Designer
Zaldy Goco Costume Designer
Anthony Gonzalez from M83 Composer and Musical Director
Julie Perron Choreographer
Martin Labrecque Lighting Designer
Thibaut Duverneix Video Content Designer
Jean-Michel Caron Sound Designer
Anne Séguin Poirier Props Designer
Rob Bollinger Acrobatic Performance Designer
Philippe Aubertin Acrobatic Performance Designer
Jaque Paquin Acrobatic Equipment and Rigging Designer
Eleni Uranis Make up Designer
Manon Beaudoin Character’s guide
Pictures courtesy of VOLTA and Cirque du Soleil.
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