What is the story of Corteo Cirque du Soleil?
Corteo, meaning “cortège” Italian or procession is about a clown who watches his own funeral in a carnival-like atmosphere. It was partly inspired by The Grand Parade: Portrait of the Artist as Clown displayed at the National Gallery at Canada and the movie Clowns by Federico Fellini.
How long is Cirque du Soleil Corteo?
two hour
Corteo is a two hour performance with a 20 minute intermission.
How much are Cirque du Soleil tickets?
Cirque du Soleil – O ticket prices will vary for each performance but on average you can find tickets between $175 for balcony seats to $595 for floor or front orchestra seats.
How old do you have to be to join Cirque du Soleil?
at least 18 years old
Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Very few of our artists are minors, mainly because there are few roles that are intended for them in our current productions. We encourage you to follow your dreams and we will be happy to evaluate your application when you are 18 years old.
How much money does a Cirque du Soleil performer make?
Most performers make between $30,000 and $100,000 per year. Other Cirque employees are paid per show or hourly – it all depends on the job. Employees are offered shared accommodations at the Cirque Studios or traveling accommodations while on tour.
What is the meaning of Corteo?
Corteo, which means “cortege” in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a clown.
What does Corteo mean in Cirque du Soleil?
Corteo, which means cortege in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a clown. The show brings together the passion of the actor with the grace and power of the acrobat to plunge the audience into a theatrical world of fun, comedy and spontaneity situated in a mysterious space between heaven and earth.
Is the Cirque du Soleil show in your city?
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What does the funeral cortege do in Cirque du Soleil?
Instead of mourning, the funeral cortege celebrates the here and hereafter with laughter and exuberance. Rich, extravagant memories frolic with the senses. The sound of laughter peals around the stage, visions of joyous tumblers and players fascinate the eyes.
What kind of equipment does Cirque du Soleil use?
Corteo features a variety of innovative acrobatic equipment elements that were invented at Cirque du Soleil and designed to mesh seamlessly with the set design. The “Paradis” act brings together two circus skills: The Korean Cradle and the Tramponet (a combination of trampoline and safety net).
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