Cirque du Soleil News

The complete cast and creative team have been announced for The Old Globe's presentation of Kiss Me, Kate, the classic musical comedy featuring a book by Sam and Bella Spewack and an iconic score by Cole Porter.

Foxwoods Resort Casino the Northeast's premier entertainment destination, is hosting a highly-anticipated line-up of thrilling entertainment this July.

An update on the Finding Neverland original Broadway cast recording!

Presenting both emerging and esteemed dance artists from across the U.S., Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival's Inside/Out Performance Series will return to the outdoor Henry J. Leir Stage at the breathtaking Marcia & Seymour Simon Performance Space today, June 24-August 29.

As part of season 36, GMCLA (Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles) outdid themselves in the presentation of their summer show Vegas, Baby! the weekend of June 20-21 at the Alex Theatre, Glendale. It was a fun, fun production like those of yesteryear, which featured much more than just the group's singing talent. Choreographers Billy Rugh and Michelle Benton had small groups from the chorus dancing their tushes off in several scenarios including a salute to showgirls (Cy Coleman's and Dorothy Fields' 'Pretty Legs'/'Big Spender'), gambling fever ('Luck Be a Lady'), a tribute to Rocky and Vegas boxing ('Rocky Medley'), and just a plain old mischievous look at female as well as scantily clad male dancers shimmying those strip club poles ('She Works Hard for the Money').

Pre-order your copy of the FINDING NEVERLAND original Broadway cast recording now!

The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Artistic Director Diane Paulus, began rehearsals today (pictured, left) for the world premiere musical Waitress. Based on the motion picture written by Adrienne Shelly the new musical has a book by Jessie Nelson, music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, direction by Diane Paulus, and choreography by Chase Brock.

Performers from the top Las Vegas Strip shows, the brightest young stars of the Nevada Conservatory Theatre (NCT) and a full orchestra present a concert presentation of the new musical 'Ace'. 

Presenting both emerging and esteemed dance artists from across the U.S., Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival's Inside/Out Performance Series will return to the outdoor Henry J. Leir Stage at the breathtaking Marcia & Seymour Simon Performance Space June 24-August 29.

The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Artistic Director Diane Paulus, announces the principal casting for the world premiere of Waitress. Based on the motion picture written by Adrienne Shelly the new musical has a book by Jessie Nelson, music and lyrics by Sara Bareiles, direction by Diane Paulus, and choreography by Chase Brock.

An inside look at a Broadway triple-threat!

The Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival (NDSF) announced an expanded 2015 'Beyond the Stage' series today. Featuring backstage access and conversations with Festival artists, NDSF's 'Beyond the Stage' events offer guests a behind-the-scenes look at the 2015 titles before they see the performances.

Variety writes that Cirque du Soleil will open an office in Shanghai, China to spearhead its first permanent show there by 2018. Cirque was acquired earlier this year by TPG and China's Fosun.

A new view of a showstopper from FINDING NEVERLAND!

Direct from their Off-Broadway run at the Rose Nagelberg Theater in New York City,BevNap Productions will present the Las Vegas premiere of RE-DESIGNING WOMEN by Jamie Morris, the twisted mind behind plays including 'Mommie Queerest,' (LA Weekly Theater Award winner), 'The Facts of Life: The Lost Episode,' 'The Silence of the Clams,' and 'Gilligan's Fire Island'. Directed by Christopher Kenney (EDIE from 'Zumanity'), this unauthorized original comedy parody celebrates one of the most beloved sitcoms of the 1980s. Performances run July 9 - 18* at the ONYX THEATRE Tickets are $25 and may be purchased by calling (702) 732-7225 or by visiting onyxtheatre.com.

Due to overwhelming advance ticket sales, Cirque du Soleil announced today that additional performances of KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities in Chicago are available for pre-sale to Cirque Club members starting today. General public tickets for the added performances will be available beginning Friday, June 12.  KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities will be performing under the iconic blue-and-yellow Big Top at the United Center, 1901 W. Madison Street, August 6 through September 20, 2015 only.

Cirque du Soleil is returning to Australia with Quidam, one of the company's most loved, classic shows. The Quidam arena tour will commence in Canberra on 11 December 2015 and will then travel on to Wollongong, Hobart and Newcastle with limited seasons in each city.

Break The Floor Productions and the Fox Theatre are pleased to announce that North America's hottest new dance show - SHAPING SOUND - will perform one night only at Atlanta's Fox Theatre, Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets, priced at $39, $49, $59 and $100, go on sale Monday, June 22 at 10 a.m. at www.FoxTheatre.org, by calling 855-285-8499, or at the Fox Theatre Ticket Office. Discounted tickets are available for groups of 10 or more by calling 404-881-2000. Experience the exhilarating collaboration of North America's newest dance visionaries as they mash-up music genres and dance styles in an explosive dance theater experience perfect for all ages.

Club Med, the brand that pioneered the all-inclusive resort concept 65 years ago, and Cirque du Soleil, the groundbreaking circus arts entertainment company, are excited to announce that Club Med CREACTIVE by Cirque du Soleil opens today at Club Med Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. The unique concept takes experiential travel to new heights - literally - offering guests the opportunity to learn exciting acrobatic disciplines showcased in famed Cirque du Soleil productions. These two iconic global brands were created by visionaries who sought to create moments of happiness, and both continue to do so through innovative experiences that tap into the desire for adventure and surprise.