My family was first introduced to the magic of Cirque when I was in highschool. The Color Guard I was involved in (yes, I was in Color Guard, don't judge. we were actually kick-ass and 10th in the world), used music from two different Cirque du Soleil shows for our performance music. The music was different, irreverent, and oh so melodic. The next time Cirque traveled to San Jose, my dad bought tickets. We've gone to every show that has toured these parts since.
I love Cirque. Partly because their aren't any animals in the show; you'll never miss the parade of elephants or the lion tamer. Partly because the venue is so intimate that there really isn't a bad seat in the house. But the reason why I love Cirque so much is that the acrobatics are so original, so jaw-dropping, and look like they are done so effortlessly. While watching you're thinking "How in the WORLD can they DO THAT?" while also thinking "HOW in the world do they make it LOOK so EASY?"
On Thursday, I had the privilege of attending opening night of Cirque du Soleil's new show OVO, courtesy of Hadley Media. I will say that if you have never been to a Cirque show or if you've wondered if your kids are old enough to handle it, this is a great show for you. Some Cirque theme's in the past have been dark or even a little scary. This one is light and airy... all about insects and love. The show is long (2.5 hrs including a 30 min. intermission), but really you are so captivated that the time flies by.
I won't give anything away about the show. You have to see it for yourself to believe it. And also, my dad reads this blog and got the whole family tickets (we go next week) and if I spoil anything for him, I won't hear the end of it. All I'll say is that when the show ended, and we walked back to our car in the pouring rain, my step was a little lighter. I honestly said that if reincarnation really does exist, I hope I do something excellent in this lifetime so that I can be a Cirque du Soleil performer in my next life. I'd even be thrilled to be a silly clown.
Photo credit: Cirque du Soleil
