REVIEW: Cirque du Soleil’s AMALUNA
After the incredible success of TOTEM in 2013, Cirque du Soleil has returned to South Florida with one of its newest touring shows — AMALUNA. AMALUNA was written and directed by Tony Award-winning director, Diane Paulus. Cirque du Soleil’s 33rd production is a celebration of love and a tribute to the work and voice of women.
AMALUNA is a gorgeous theatrical production that showcases a rich story and stunning visuals. AMALUNA transports the audience to a mysterious and mythological island governed by Goddesses and guided by the cycles of the moon. The coming of age saga features a queen’s daughter learning about various rites that honor femininity, renewal, rebirth and balance. Their world is turned upside down when a storm washes a group of young men ashore their island paradise. An epic and emotional love story begins as a brave young man tries to woo Queen Prospera’s daughter through various demanding trials that lead to mutual trust, faith and harmony.
The cast is made up almost entirely of women. It boasts that 70% of the cast is female. The all-girl band performs some amazing rock-ish music that puts the audience right in the middle of the action. There are clowns and jugglers. People fly up in the air via straps and hoops. The acts are a visual feast for the eyes. Each act is gorgeously choreographed and is jaw-droppingly beautiful to watch.
Cirque du Soleil visits South Florida almost yearly. So whether you are in town, or across the country, you definitely need to reserve your seat under the blue and yellow Big Top tent to see AMALUNA. The spectacle will not disappoint!
Cirque du Soleil and James Cameron Partnering for Avatar-themed Arena Show
Oscar-winning director James Cameron has partnered with Cirque du Soleil to produce an Avatar-inspired arena show. The show is set to premiere shortly before the first of three new Avatar films is expected to hit theaters.
The Cirque show will tour the globe in late 2015, while the next installment in Cameron’s alien action-adventure saga is tentatively scheduled for a December 2016 debut. All three films are currently in pre-production. The Avatar project marks Cirque du Soleil’s first show inspired by a film.
James Camerson said this in a statement:
Over the years, I have discovered the extraordinary talents and imaginations of both the artists and the creative forces behind Cirque du Soleil. I know we share the common goal of bringing audiences to another level of entertainment experiences. I look forward to doing just that on this project.
Cameron previously collaborated with the performance company on the 2012 3-D documentary Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away. Twentieth Century Fox is distributing and financing the Avatar sequels and is a partner on the touring event.
H/T: Inside Movies @ EW