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Cirque du Soleil: OVO on Tour
Talk about creating a buzz. Touring circus company Cirque du Soleil's OVO offers a nonstop, life-affirming, two-hour tribute to the infinitely diverse world of insects. This sensual, acrobatically dazzling show premiered in 2009 as the Montreal-based circus company's 25th production since 1984. The cast for its premiere included 54 performing artists from 16 different countries. Created and directed by Deborah Colker, OVO (Portuguese for "egg") contemplates insects in all their beauty, action and curiosity. Brazilian composer Berna Ceppas transforms their flight, leaps, creeping and crawling into a samba-influenced choreographic spectacle augmented by the constant flutter and hum of real insect sounds.
With well over a thousand performances to date, OVO long ago took flight as one of the Cirque's most popular and rewarding extravaganzas. As Albany, New York's Times Union said of OVO in 2020, "In our digital age, it's reassuring to remember that non-simulated, filter-free entertainment still has the power to dazzle and transport us."
What is Cirque du Soleil: OVO?
Upon its Montreal debut in 2009, OVO became Cirque du Soleil's most audacious and virtuosic new-circus show to date. A trio of principal characters — Master Flipo, Foreigner and Ladybug — keeps this arena spectacular in constant motion, as awestruck insects become intensely interested in a mysterious egg's sudden appearance. OVO teems with life, and Cirque du Soleil's talented cast mirrors the insect world's natural abilities to fly, balance and leap with a lifetime of practice and precision.
During one of the company's largest flying acts, 10 scarab beetles on three platforms toss a single beetle back and forth. A colorfully costumed dragonfly flits about, red ants juggle chunks of kiwi and corncobs with their feet, and butterflies cling gracefully to one another as they float through the air. For OVO's grand finale, the large span used for brilliant lighting effects transforms into a two-story climbing wall onto which trampoline-powered crickets are hurled as though onto a vertical stage. Cockroaches, grasshoppers and other insects serve as supporting characters throughout the evening's dozen acrobatic tours de force.
It was a beautiful show, as always, but they should never have had it at an arena. In fact, when buying the tickets, I thought they would be performing in a tent set up next to the arena, like they did a few years ago.
The show was amazing. I had seen it before and liked it so much I wanted to go again. The actors ,musicians and acrobats are absolutely incredible. I have seen many Cirque de Soliel shows and always love them. I wish more would come to my area.
The program was outstanding. The artists were flawless.
It was very organized. Started on time. Every time I go to a Cirque du Soleil presentation I am not disappointed. There performances are outstanding and the interaction with the public is always present. Standing ovation plus 10 stars.
This was amazing! I loved the interaction with crowd and the strength of these performers left me in awe. Such a beautiful evening for the family. Thanks for the memories to the entire crew!!
Cirque du Soleil never disappoints! OVO was a great show, full of fantastic performers with high energy music and beautifully designed costumes. I brought 2 kids and my mom and everyone enjoyed it equally. The ticket price is well worth it! Parking was a breeze and the food options at the venue were plentiful.
Experience was great. Beginning at the parking area where everything was organized. Parking attendants kept everything moving. Inside the venue, all ran smoothly. The seating was great and the show was spectacular, from beginning to end.
Sorry I didn't get to the show. My sister was supposed to go but she fell and was in bed. Considering that, I would like to get a refund if possible. But I am sure they deserved a 5 star rating.
I had a wonderful time! It was a great show! Merch to purchase was a little too expensive for me. But the show itself was wonderful!
Pleasant experience, arena is easy to get to, comfortable and not a bad seat in the house
Loved the show. The performers were amazing. I seen 5 or 6 Cirque shows and this one did not disappoint. However, I never understood what the egg was for. I thought at the end it would open, but never did. The performers carried it around, but I just didn't understand what it was for.
It was great, the athleticism was fantastic, enjoyed by all
Amazing human gymnastics and such precision. The segment at the wall was my favorite and I enjoyed the whole show. I will definitely attend again!!
The show was FANTASTIC, the 4 of us didn't want the show to end! The performers were all excellent start to finish with tons of excitement. Highly recommended!
Great and wonderful show. The music, singing and performers were excellent. Fun night out.
Incredible performers, showcasing their amazing strengths and skills. Very enjoyable to watch. Would definitely see again.
So much fun to watch the dancing, singing, musicians and of course the acrobatic artists. Fun story and lots of smiles.
This was a disappointment when compared to the Cirque du Soleil shows we’ve seen over the years. Acrobatics were great by individuals in the acts, everyone else either crawled around or danced. This was very repetitive. Was actually boring.
The show "OVO"was simply amazing! I took a group of 7, ages from 3-88 years old, including my autistic grandson. No one had a problem with the sound, lights, music, etc. Magnificent!
I knew I'd love it and even my husband who'd already decided not to like it, thought it was wonderful.