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Cirque du Soleil: Corteo on Tour
Like the deceased clown whose festive fantasy funeral it portrays, Corteo has risen again to assume its joyful place in the Cirque du Soleil solar system.
One of some 20 active Cirque du Soleil shows, Corteo closed its "Grand Chapiteau" – or "big tent" – run in Quito, Ecuador, in December 2015 after more than 3,500 performances seen by more than 5 million people since its Montreal premiere a decade earlier. In 2018, Corteo reopened in New Orleans as an even bigger and better arena experience slated for a two-year tour.
If you love clowns, Corteo is the show for you. Taking its title from the Italian word for "cortège," or procession, Corteo offers a parade of brilliant entertainments in a carnivalesque atmosphere. It was inspired originally by "The Grand Parade: Portrait of the Artist as Clown," a 2004 exhibition at the National Gallery of Canada.
That exhibition's vast array of circus life, from 18th-century fairgrounds to Picasso's harlequins, was transformed into an in-the-round big-top experience by director Daniele Finzi Pasca. Pasca founded the Swiss clown troupe Teatro Sunil and directed several other Cirque du Soleil spectacles.
While all of the show's principal characters are clowns – including the Dead Clown, Clowness, Giant Clown, and Little Clown – the 62-member cast, from more than a dozen countries, also features aerialists, acrobats, musicians, jugglers, contortionists, hoopers, and gymnasts in addition to its many jubilant jesters.
Costume designer Dominique Lemieux was inspired by "raw and luxurious" European fabrics from the early 20th century and commedia dell'arte characters from the 16th to the 18th centuries. A labyrinth matching one on the floor of France's famed Chartres Cathedral graces the stage. And French painter Adolphe Willette's fantasy Parisian bohemian scene Parc Domine (1885) inspired the show's elaborate water-colored curtains. Those curtains hide "Patience," an imposing overhead structure holding up the rails traversed by four platform carts.
Its stunning mixture of acrobatics and character-driven acting has been Cirque du Soleil's calling card since 1984, when what is now the world's largest theatrical production was founded in Montreal by street performers Guy Laliberté and Gilles Ste-Croix. With Corteo, Cirque du Soleil has outdone itself with an epic tribute to the circus world's comical essence: the clown.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Robco8 on 4/1/18BMO Harris Bradley Center - Milwaukee Rating: 5 out of 5 Exceeded high expectations!
by Everynicknametakenfrustra on 4/1/18BMO Harris Bradley Center - MilwaukeeWe loved Corteo! The talent and strength of the performers was amazing. Every seat had a good view. Overall,it was incredible and we plan to go to every Cirque Du Soleil that we can.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Cirque was spectacular
by Pmm2 on 4/1/18BMO Harris Bradley Center - MilwaukeeEvery Cirque show is equally unique and captivating. I never miss a show when they come to Milwaukee or Chicago ... and when I visit a town with a permanent show, I see it! Corteo was another lovely performance and once again left asking myself “how do they continue to imagine and execute such beautiful entertainment?” If you have never seen a Cirque show, go see one!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 the performance
by Xbambam on 4/1/18BMO Harris Bradley Center - MilwaukeeThe performance was breath taking I enjoy everyone of them
Rating: 4 out of 5 Intimate and Dreamlike
by Tsuha on 4/1/18BMO Harris Bradley Center - MilwaukeeI found it to be a more intimate arrangent It was a bit different than other Cirques; almost like a children's fable. But that's the beauty of Cirque, it's art therefore to every eye a different beauty is seen. I would recommend it most definitely.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 3/10/18Smoothie King Center - New Orleans Fantastic. Capturing! Unbelievable entertainment! A must see!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Corteo
by MammiAshlee on 3/9/18Smoothie King Center - New OrleansCorteo was breathtaking! My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Rating: 1 out of 5 disapointed in the Big Easy!
by lb2k on 3/7/18Smoothie King Center - New Orleansthis show was way down the scale from their usual shows!!!!! it was extremely BORING!!! THE ONLY REASON I GAVE IT A 1 STAR WAS OUTOF RESPECT FOR THE NAME , CIRQUE DU SOLEIL!!! this is usually an exciting, entertaining family show. it's also a very expensive show, but shelling out the bucks usually was no problem because as a family we would make an EXCELLANT FAMILY OUTING with the show being the HIT of the evening. this years show didn't even come close to all of the other 9 shows me and my FAMILY have seen. we have even gone to shows at DISNEY AND IN VAGAS both were FANTASTIC. TO PUT A FINER POINT ON THIS REVIEW, MY 7 YEAR OLD GRANDDAUGHTER, WHOM HAS ONLY SEEN 6 OF THE NINE SHOWS WE ATTENDED TURNED AROUND DURING THE SHOW AND ASKED ME WHEN WAS THE REAL CIRQUE DU SOLEIL PERFORMERS WERE GOING TO START? VERY, VERY SAD!!!!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 AMAZING
by 3frenchfries on 3/7/18Smoothie King Center - New OrleansYou don’t need animals to have a great circus. It was awesome. My dad loved it also. Now we go as a family to all the cirque du soleil that come to New Orleans.
Rating: 3 out of 5 Wasn’t what I expected
by CNC21 on 3/7/18Smoothie King Center - New OrleansI was expecting more out of the show. The singing was amazing, but the acrobatics could have been better. By better I do not mean it was not impressive, I mean they should have done a bit more. It seemed as if I was at a play with a few cool acrobatic tricks involved.
Rating: 3 out of 5 AH-MA-ZING
by LulaBell985 on 3/7/18Smoothie King Center - New OrleansI had my doubts about this show simply because of the venue. Cirque did a great job of using the arena with the double sided stage and "back stage" at each end. I brought my father and my two sons. Three generations shared Corteo in awe. I loved the mystery of the unfamiliar languages, the whimsical playfulness of the scene changes, and the excitement of the live music. The acts toyed with danger. The art of distraction was majestic. I just can't say enough about this fantastic show.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Great play
by 5eauxfeaux on 3/7/18Smoothie King Center - New OrleansEnjoyed it ,overall good theme not too long. A little pricey
Rating: 5 out of 5 great performance!
by EdumanEduman on 3/7/18Smoothie King Center - New OrleansThe Cirque show was awesome as was expected. What made it even better was the environment. Seating was comfortable and the staff went beyond expectations to be friendly and helpful.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Go see Cirque Du Soleil!
by DanaC8711 on 3/7/18Smoothie King Center - New OrleansI’ve been to a few Cirque Du Soleil shows and I’m in awe at every one. Corteo was especially beautiful. They thought of their performance in every angle. The stories are amazing and the performers are incredible! Definitely go see them when they come to town.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Spectcaular!!
by Swackett on 3/7/18Smoothie King Center - New OrleansCorteo was simply spectacular!! Beauty, whimsy, spectacular, and funny are all excellent ways to describe the fun of Corteo. I highly recommend for all ages.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Very Entertaining
by Nolasaintsgirl1 on 3/7/18Smoothie King Center - New OrleansThoroughly enjoyed this show. Definitely for the entire family. It kept your attention thought out the show, made you laugh and a very enjoyable time. This show is now one of my favorites.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing
by Celesteg on 3/7/18Smoothie King Center - New OrleansThis isn’t my 7th Cirque show. Each one is different but all amazing
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing show and great props
by louda on 3/7/18Smoothie King Center - New OrleansThe show was fabulous. Lots of different scenes that entertained our attention. Never a dull moment.
Rating: 5 out of 5 corteo
by eg57 on 3/6/18Smoothie King Center - New Orleansexcellent as always simply amazing captivating show
Rating: 4 out of 5 Wonderful story, amazing performer
by objuan on 3/6/18Smoothie King Center - New OrleansThe arena has its limitations. However, the show itself took advantage of the show. Beautiful Music, costume and the acrobatic performances were excellent. Well worth the ticket prices. I went with someone who saw it two nights in a row. Nuff said.