Where: National Indoor Arena, Birmingham 
When: THURSDAY, 17/06/2010 to the 27/06/2010
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL BRINGS SENSATIONAL SALTIMBANCO TO UK ARENAS
Between
whirlwind and lull, prowess and poetry, Saltimbanco takes spectators on an
allegorical and acrobatic journey into the heart of the city.
Following
the critically acclaimed UK tour of Quidam , Cirque Du Soleil, is to return to
the UK with an arena tour of its vibrant signature production SALTIMBANCO,
created by Franco Dragone. This timeless Cirque opus hits the UK Arenas for the
first time including dates at The NIA, Birmingham from 17 - 27 June
2010.
Saltimbanco is Cirque du Soleil’s longest running major touring
show which has toured the world since 1992 to wide-spread acclaim and has
enjoyed sell-out success across the world in Europe, North and South America,
Australia, Japan, and New Zealand performing to over 11 million fans.
In
the UK, The Times hailed the show “Gracefully athletic theatre” , America’s
Variety Magazine added “Human exuberance and physicality, the performers
enthrall with one act after another””, whilst the New York Times was equal in
its praise stating “Myth meets magic...... An unearthly mixture of commedia
dell'arte and rock-concert razzle....”
Classic Cirque at its best,
Saltimbanco is a thrilling and kaleidoscopic celebration of awe inspiring
artistry and agility. It features breathtaking acrobatics and unbelievable
athleticism during solo spotlights and epic ensembles. With a cast of over 50
high-caliber artists hailing from 20 countries Saltimbanco is set to enthrall.
From the seemingly impossible balancing, jumping and spinning during the Chinese
Poles or the Russian Swing to the gravity-defying Bungees and Trapeze, the crowd
pleasing Juggling and Acrobatic Bicycle, to the celebrated and very unique
Clowns. Technical expertise and extravagant design are woven together by
uplifting spectacular costumes, amazing lighting, humour and enchanting music
and magic. Full of colour, amusement and amazement, Saltimbanco is a fun show
for the whole family to enjoy.
