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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<br />
<strong>Viva</strong> <strong>ELVIS</strong> <strong>by</strong> <strong>Cirque</strong> <strong>du</strong> <strong>Soleil</strong><br />
Written and Directed <strong>by</strong> Vincent Paterson<br />
at ARIA Resort & Casino at CityCenter<br />
LAS VEGAS – <strong>Cirque</strong> <strong>du</strong> <strong>Soleil</strong>, in partnership with Elvis Presley Enterprises, a CKX, Inc company,<br />
celebrates Elvis Presley with a harmonious fusion of dance, acrobatics and live music in <strong>Viva</strong><br />
<strong>ELVIS</strong> at ARIA Resort & Casino at CityCenter.<br />
Created in the image of The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll – powerful, sexy, truly unique and larger than<br />
life – the show highlights an American icon who transformed popular music and whose image<br />
embodies the freedom, excitement and turbulence of his era.<br />
Since its world premiere on February 19, 2010, <strong>Viva</strong> <strong>ELVIS</strong> has been heralded <strong>by</strong> critics as a surefire<br />
hit that is here to stay in Las Vegas. TIME Magazine called it “symphonic and in every way<br />
fantastic,” while the Los Angeles Times said it features “breathtaking acrobatics” and<br />
“imaginatively reimagined music.” The Hollywood Reporter also hailed <strong>Viva</strong> <strong>ELVIS</strong> as a “triumph”<br />
and the Toronto Star affirmed it as nothing short of “90 minutes of high-powered entertainment.”<br />
<strong>Viva</strong> <strong>ELVIS</strong> focuses on the essential humanity of the one superstar whose name will forever be<br />
linked with the history of Las Vegas: Elvis Presley. Significant moments in his life – intimate, playful<br />
and grandiose – blend with timeless songs that remain as relevant today as when they first hit<br />
the top of the charts.<br />
In paying homage to the music of Elvis, <strong>Cirque</strong> <strong>du</strong> <strong>Soleil</strong> set out to present the songs of The King<br />
of Rock ’n’ Roll in a contemporary form that evokes the spirit of Elvis in every way. Thirty of Elvis’<br />
songs are used in the pro<strong>du</strong>ction, with remixes designed to accentuate and boost the<br />
emotional charge of his performances. Elvis’ voice is the only male singing voice in <strong>Viva</strong> <strong>ELVIS</strong>,<br />
joined occasionally <strong>by</strong> live female singers and an energetic live band that has guests dancing in<br />
their seats. For the first time in over 30 years, Elvis fans and music-lovers alike are able to hear his<br />
voice in its true and fantastic form – live and on stage in Las Vegas.
The nostalgia, modernity and raw emotion provided <strong>by</strong> Elvis’ music is brought to life every night<br />
through the international and multi-talented cast. The 75 artists comprised of dancers,<br />
musicians, singers, acrobats, lasso artists and an actor, seamlessly channel an exhilarating and<br />
youthful tribute to Elvis’ life through imaginative ‘50s and ‘60s inspired costumes, unique dance<br />
numbers, thrilling acrobatics, larger than life sets and heart-pumping live music.<br />
<strong>Viva</strong> <strong>ELVIS</strong> is presented in the custom-built Elvis Theater and features a conventional proscenium<br />
layout reminiscent of an opera house with a sound system that is amplified <strong>by</strong> the largest single<br />
ring Fiber Optic Audio Transport system in the world. Comprised of approximately 20,000 square<br />
feet, the stage, the backstage and wings accommodate the large-scale set elements and the<br />
need for speed in changing scenes imposed <strong>by</strong> the thrilling pace of the show.<br />
From a group of 20 street performers at its beginnings in 1984, <strong>Cirque</strong> <strong>du</strong> <strong>Soleil</strong>® is now a major<br />
international organization providing high-quality artistic entertainment. Since its founding,<br />
<strong>Cirque</strong> <strong>du</strong> <strong>Soleil</strong> has brought wonder and delight to more than 100 million spectators in more<br />
than 300 cities on six continents. In addition to KÀ, <strong>Cirque</strong> <strong>du</strong> <strong>Soleil</strong> presents Mystère TM at<br />
Treasure Island, “O” at Bellagio, Zumanity TM , The Sensual Side of <strong>Cirque</strong> <strong>du</strong> <strong>Soleil</strong>® at New York-<br />
New York Hotel & Casino, The Beatles LOVE at The Mirage, CRISS ANGEL Believe TM at Luxor,<br />
and <strong>Viva</strong> <strong>ELVIS</strong> at ARIA Resort & Casino at CityCenter. For more information, visit the <strong>Cirque</strong><br />
<strong>du</strong> <strong>Soleil</strong> website at www.cirque<strong>du</strong>soleil.com/lasvegas.<br />
The creative team of <strong>Viva</strong> <strong>ELVIS</strong>:<br />
Artistic Guide<br />
Artistic Guide<br />
Writer and Director<br />
Director of Creation<br />
Musical Director and Arranger<br />
Set Designer<br />
Costume Designer<br />
Acrobatic performance Designer<br />
Acrobatic Equipment<br />
and Rigging Designer<br />
Lighting Designer<br />
Co-Lighting Designer<br />
Image Content Designer<br />
Sound Designer<br />
Choreographers<br />
Props Designer<br />
Makeup Designer<br />
Guy Laliberté<br />
Gilles Ste-Croix<br />
Vincent Paterson<br />
Armand Thomas<br />
Erich Van Tourneau<br />
Mark Fisher<br />
Stefano Canulli<br />
Daniel Cola<br />
Guy St-Amour<br />
marc brickman<br />
Martin Lebrecque<br />
Ivan Dudynsky<br />
Jonathan Deans<br />
Napoleon and Tabitha Dumo<br />
Mark Swanhart<br />
Catherine Archambault<br />
Patricia Ruel<br />
Nathalie Gagné<br />
SHOW SCHEDULE:<br />
• <strong>Viva</strong> <strong>ELVIS</strong> performs Tuesday through Saturday at 7:00pm and 9:30pm.<br />
• There are no performances on Sundays or Mondays.
TO RESERVE TICKETS:<br />
• Call 877.253.5847 or 702.531.2031<br />
• Go to www.cirque<strong>du</strong>soleil.com/vivaelvis<br />
• Visit the <strong>Viva</strong> <strong>ELVIS</strong> ticket office at ARIA or any of the MGM Resorts International box offices.<br />
TICKET PRICES:<br />
• $69, $99, $125, $150, $175 (plus tax).<br />
• Tickets are available 120 days in advance of the performance date.<br />
GROUPS:<br />
For group reservations of 12 or more, contact lasvegas.sales@cirque<strong>du</strong>soleil.com or visit<br />
www.cirque<strong>du</strong>soleil.com/groups for more information.<br />
MEDIA CONTACT:<br />
Ann Paladie, Publicist<br />
Phone: 702.590.9103<br />
Email: ann.paladie@cirque<strong>du</strong>soleil.com<br />
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PLEASE NOTE:<br />
For creative team biographies, show images and additional information, visit the <strong>Cirque</strong> <strong>du</strong> <strong>Soleil</strong><br />
press room at: http://www.cirque<strong>du</strong>soleil.com/<strong>Cirque</strong>Du<strong>Soleil</strong>/en/pressroom/default.htm<br />
(Registration is required to access images)
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