Landing in Alicante on 14 July, the new Cirque du Soleil show LUZIA explores various themes closely connected to the world, with its stage, costumes, acrobatic numbers and music. culture, History Y mythology of the Mexican.
From the Monarch Butterfly, a symbolic migratory species with diverse refuges in Mexico, to the Yucatan jungle, Sonora desert, or marigold, a central element of altars for the Day of the Dead.
LUZIA premiered for the first time in Montreal (Canada) in April 2016 and is the Canadian company’s thirty-eighth production since its founding in 1984.
Also this year, Cirque du Soleil is celebrating its 22nd anniversary of touring the Valencian Ensemble, where it presents 11 different shows. Thousands of functions that create a close relationship between the Canadian company and the people of the Mediterranean takes us on a magical journey through time and space, somewhere between dream and reality.
The LUZIA tour team, which will serve on Avenida Costa Blanca (San Juan) until August 21, includes a total of 115 people from 25 different nationalities.
Water and light in all its forms
LUZIA (combination of the words “light” and “rain”) culture, nature and mythology of a dreamland each inhabited by an astonishing collection of characters
This show mesmerized audiences by including the element of water in a production under the big ceiling for the first time. Additionally, the novelty of the rotating stage means you can enjoy acrobatics from just about anywhere in the tent.
in Mexico takes shape like where it rains – From the gentle drizzles of Coyoacán, a mythical region in the heart of Mexico, to the torrential rains that sweep the coast of Baja California through fall rains that are sometimes as heavy as sudden.
The director affirms that “how the idea of LUZIA reflects the dreams of Mexicans rather than faithfully reflecting Mexico”.
With impressive shows and great visual surprisesThe people of LUZIA consider themselves a A dreamlike journey through a vibrant and majestic world suspended somewhere between the real and the unreal.
Floating between an old movie set, a vast ocean, a smoky ballroom or arid desert, LUZIA blends tradition and modernity to stage the many images, faces and sounds of Mexico.
The 46 artists that make up the Luzia show are from 18 different nationalities: Australia, Canada, Colombia, Finland, France, Guinea, Italy, Israel, Mexico, Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States, Poland, Russia and Venezuela.
an unexpected surprise
Since its inception, the Canadian company has experienced very exciting times.
Every corner of this great circus is overflowing with joy and magic, thanks to all the people who come to see it. Grateful for all this love and affection, the circus decided to surprise him. four million viewers Those who came to watch the show last July 28.
To celebrate this very special day, the Cirque du Soleil team prepared a big surprise for Patricia Ricarte. After entering Big Top with her family before the show, it was announced over the loudspeaker that she had arrived and given LUZIA merchandising she.
Also, their tickets were exchanged for the best seats in the Big Top so that LUZIA could enjoy it; with champagne and popcorn of course. After the show, they were all able to see firsthand how LUZIA’s backstage works hand in hand with the team of managers who make the show possible every night and meet the two artists who were part of the show
“We are big fans of Cirque du Soleil. We saw Corteo while in Alicante and are very happy to be here again.” Add Patricia Ricarte, the four millionth viewer of LUZIA.
Cirque du Soleil will only be in Alicante until August 21 (tickets still available). He will then continue on his European tour, which will take him to Zurich in September and Madrid in November.
Located in Playa de San Juan, Cirque du Soleil is easily accessible by both private and public transport. The latter has special TRAMNOCHADOR hours on Friday and Saturday.
It is a very popular area among tourists as it is very close to the beach, so it is convenient to arrive in advance. There is no parking inside the tent and pets are not allowed.
Costa Blanca Avenue, 03540 Alacant, Alicante
Wednesday and Thursday: 18:30
Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 18:30 and 22:00
*August 15, Monday (holiday) at 18:30.
You can go to the box office on show days to buy tickets or solve any problems.