My blog inspiration book, Little Golden Books, reminds us that, “Christmas is a time to go all out.” That is just what Cirque Dreams Holidaze is all about-going all out and celebrating everything “Holidaze.” I thought that after Christmas day, this show would keep the energy going. It did that with jazzed up variety and circus acts plus a lot of glitz.
Reflection
My mother and I enjoy the acrobatic type acts on the TV show America’s Got Talent. Cirque incorporates some of the same type of talent. There were contortionists, spinning girls, performers in the air, jump ropes tricks and juggling. One of my favorite acts in the show was the balancing performer. He teetered on cylinders and balls at amazing heights. During this act, you hold your breath and get that tingle of fright as you wonder, “is he really doing that or will he fall?” Then there is sigh of relief when he accomplishes his death- deifying feat.
This show also sparkles with elaborate costumes and a larger than life set. There was a 30 foot tree and floor to ceiling toy solders. There seemed to always be something moving that dazzled on the stage. Cirque had a little singing, a little laughing, a little dancing and a not stop variety of mini acts. It’s a great way to enjoy a family night out.
(Show runs at the Benadum December, 29 and 30, 2017 2pm and 7:30pm. Tickets available at https://trustarts.org ).
Other Sources
http://www.cirqueproductions.com/public-shows/cirque-dreams-holidaze/
https://trustarts.org/production/53967/cirque-dreams-holidaze
