Cirque du Soleil to Present Over 70 Performances at EXPO 2017 in Astana

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ASTANA, Kazakhstan, March 20, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --

"We have prepared a big show especially for EXPO 2017. It is a combination of classical circus and incredible acrobatic feats. The performance will be an emotional journey for the spectators, which they will remember for a long time," said show director Fernand Rainville.

The special performance of Cirque du Soleil will be presented from June 16 through September 10, 2017 at EXPO 2017. Overall, there will be 71 performances. The performance was inspired by the main theme of the International Specialized Exhibition − "Future Energy" − and the rich cultural heritage of Kazakhstan.

Through the main character of the show, Arman, an archaeologist and hopeful dreamer, the spectators will discover the seven elements: Joy, Success, Wisdom, Well-being, Speed, Height and Growth, and Divine Protection.

The music, especially composed for this performance, will reflect the journey across a fantastic world where the past meets the present, together producing a bright future.

The stage will be decorated with elements of the city of the future and the architecture of the past. Ritual dances and modern choreography will be combined with one another. Fascinating video projections, laser installations and light graphics will bring landscapes to life. The performance will be highly informative for the spectators, who by the end will return home with a message of how human energy and power can be used to create a sustainable future.

Cirque du Soleil  

From a group of 20 street performers at its beginnings in 1984, Cirque du Soleil is now a major Quebec-based organization providing high-quality artistic entertainment. The company has close to 4,000 employees, including 1,300 performing artists from close to 50 different countries. Cirque du Soleil has brought wonder and delight to more than 160 million spectators in over 400 cities in sixty countries on six continents.

45 DEGREES  

45 DEGREES delivers creative content for special projects and exclusive events around the world. At the core of its prestigious events is Cirque du Soleil's unique wealth of creative excellence and expertise. It is this uniqueness that we bring to our esteemed clients, to help them not only achieve their objectives but also leave a lasting impression on their guests. 45 DEGREES is an international company integrated within Cirque du Soleil and has over 10 years of experience delivering events and special projects under the name Cirque du Soleil Events. http://www.45degrees.com

SOURCE National company “Astana EXPO-2017”