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Rating: 4.3 out of 5 based on 3231 reviews

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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.

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Rating: 4.3 out of 5 based on 3231 reviews
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  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing!!

    by MB on 3/19/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    What an experience! The incredible athleticism of the performers coupled with the entertainment provided by the "clowns "was amazing. Great show!!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Great acrobatic performance

    by Lilydipper on 3/19/24Greensboro Coliseum Complex - Greensboro

    The acrobatic performances were captivating fun and wow, what incredible talented people. The story line was weak.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Not the best of the Cirque shows

    by René J on 3/18/24Greensboro Coliseum Complex - Greensboro

    We’ve seen at least five different Cirque du Soleil shows over the years so maybe my reaction to this one is tainted by the lessened novelty. The performers, particularly the acrobats, are incredible. Their strength and agility is breathtaking. The clowns are silly. The music in this show was not especially notable nor memorable. Our 5- and 6-year old grandchildren found a lot of it to be magical and almost all of it to be exciting. The only downside was a little difficulty they had understanding parts that were not in English.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    A Magical Evening!!

    by WESJr on 3/18/24Greensboro Coliseum Complex - Greensboro

    Corteo as all the other Cirque du Soliel shows I have seen is magnificent!! The staging is quite unusual for this show. When you enter the facility, it's been transformed into a theatre setting. The audience sits on opposite sides of the stage with no end sitting. They even have chandeliers in place on and off the stage. Go see Corteo when it comes to your city. The children, young and old will be forever changed...

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing!

    by D smirh on 3/17/24Greensboro Coliseum Complex - Greensboro

    The show was so amazing I'll never forget it. If I could have I would've seen it every night it showed at the coliseum! Every act was so captivating. I laughed, smiled, and my heart raced. Absolutely brilliant!!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Thrilling show

    by Pineappleapril on 3/17/24Greensboro Coliseum Complex - Greensboro

    We have attended about 8 Cirque du Soliel shows and this one was the second best after "O"at the Bellagio in Las Vegas, which we saw last month. The stage set-up with the audience on 2 opposite sides was intriguing. The story was captivating. The costumes were fantastic as usual. We enjoyed it thoroughly and will look for other Cirque du Soliel events to attend.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing

    by Tracy on 3/17/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    The show was amazing! From the opening scene I was captivated.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great show

    by Jerky on 3/14/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    The stage effects were fantastic it was like a magic show.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Awesome!

    by Lucky on 3/13/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    We go to all the Cirque du Soleil shows and this one didn’t disappoint! Great show!!! Hope you get more!

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Okay

    by TMC on 3/13/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    We’ve seen 4 different Circus de Soleil shows. Corteo was unfortunately my least favorite. I think the storyline was not for me. However, my 3 year old daughter loved the acts and I enjoyed watching her excitement.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great Show!

    by StylysbyLuisRivera on 3/13/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    This is like my 10th cirque du soleil show that I see. I am a fan. Circus are my favorite child memory when I was 5 my sister took me to see one now I am 39 and I hope I get to see many mores and enjoy the great shows that Cirque du Soleil make

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    The best of all the Cirque shows!

    by Kevink on 3/13/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    We have seen many Cirque du Soleil programs over the years, and this one is by far the best. Every minute of the program was packed with thrills, excitement, and some of the most talented athletes/performers I’ve ever seen. This one perfectly balances the music, the acrobatics, the storyline, everything. It is a must see!!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Good Show

    by Whitney on 3/13/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    The show was very entertaining and so much fun. Even though some of it was in Italian the performances allowed you to know exactly what was going on.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fantastic!

    by Danny Ortiz on 3/12/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    For the whole family. It's my fifth time and I repeat as many times as they come back.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing Show!

    by Kami on 3/12/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    I’ve never been to a show like this before. It was absolutely incredible. Everyone was so talented! I will definitely go see them again! Highly recommend to anyone who has been before and hasn’t been before. The performers were so interactive with the audience as well. Love love love!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great show!

    by joekstewart on 3/12/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    Corteo by Cirque du Soleil is a whimsical exploration of death, seen through the eyes of a joyful clown. The show masterfully blends humor and acrobatics, with a unique center stage dividing the audience for a truly immersive experience. Corteo's music is both playful and touching, leaving you with a sense of wonder and a celebration of the human spirit.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Flamboyant, exciting, and a visual feast!

    by Pam on 3/12/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    Wonderful story and amazing acrobats! Even the Italian speaking didn't detract from it and added a little flair.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Outstadiig

    by Wheels on 3/12/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    Stunning!Great Visuals & Great Acrobatics! Highly Recommend!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Phenomenal show!

    by Andrea on 3/12/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    Grown ups loved it! Kids loved it! Beautiful show with great music and outstanding performances. We all had a lot of fun and I would definitely see it again!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Another Amazing Show

    by Darwin Torres on 3/12/24VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - Jacksonville

    I absolutely loved Corteo. Yes, the show isn't as flashy but it has an incredibly entertaining and well-thought out plot