Cirque du Soleil - Varekai
Introduction Deep within a forest, at the summit of a volcano, exists an extraordinary world�a world where something else is possible. A world called Varekai.From the sky falls a solitary young man, and the story of Varekai begins. Parachuted into the shadows of a magical forest, a kaleidoscopic world populated by fantastical creatures, this young man sets off on an adventure both absurd and extraordinary. On this day at the edge of time, in this place of all possibilities, begins an inspired incantation to life rediscovered. The word varekai means "wherever" in the Romany language of the gypsies the universal wanderers. This production pays tribute to the nomadic soul, to the spirit and art of the circus tradition, and to the infinite passion of those whose quest takes them along the path that leads to Varekai. Aerial Hoop 
Suspended high above the stage or flying through the air on her hoop, Leysan Gayazova performs a series of movements displaying her
flexibility and strength.Aerial Straps 
Castor and Pollux, twin brothers and shadows of the sky, circle in their perfect symbiosis around Icarus to invite him into the mysteries of encounters and wrenching goodbyes, departures and homecomings, attraction and repulsion. Suspended by wrist straps, they glide gracefully above the stage, performing original acrobatic figures.Body Skating 
Rebirth is nigh for the young man who has landed in the middle of the desolate forest. For the duration of a zany baptism, the hostile forest becomes as colourful as tropical seas. Darting and intertwining on a specially designed sliding surface, the artists fling and catch each other, creating an illusion of skating.Clown Acts 
No circus show would be complete without clowns! Joanna Holden and Steven Bishop amuse the audience with an act that's simply absurd.Flight of Icarus 
With agility, deftness and sensitivity, Anton Chelnokov performs astounding dives and contortions in the net that holds him captive.Georgian Dance 
This act takes its inspiration from a long tradition of resistance in the Republic of Georgia, whose inhabitants have had to battle numerous invaders over the centuries. The movements of the dancers recall the Georgians� struggles against neighbouring powers that sought to dominate their land. Endurance, precision and more than a hint of frenzy mark this act. The Masters of the Volcano call Icarus to rage and to rebellion. This is the test of Fire.Handbalancing on Canes 
Irina Naumenko's grace, strength and flexibility are astonishing, as she balances on a series of strategically placed canes. Poised now on her feet, now on her hands, she contorts herself on her canes, maintaining a delicate equilibrium.Icarian Games 
Rarely seen in circus shows today, foot-juggling is one of the oldest circus arts disciplines. The principle is simple: the bearer lies on his back and twirls the voltigeur on his feet. Foot-juggling acrobats often come from the same family. This wild family of Icarian brothers plays with the desire to take flight, the courage of audacity and the joy of brotherhood.Russian Swings 
Propelled by two Russian swings, acrobats are hurled high into the air, like the fires of an erupting volcano, alighting on their partners' wrists or on a landing canvas. In feats of outstanding audacity, the acrobats even soar from one moving swing to the other!Solo on Crutches 
Like a jointed puppet, Jayko Eloi teeters on canes in a stirring dance.Juggling 
A juggling virtuoso, Octavio Alegria handles the fruits of the forest to celebrate their rebirth with strength, rage and exuberance! Pins, balls, hats and ping-pong balls are manipulated with his hands, feet, head and even his mouth. Nothing is too much for him!Triple Trapeze 
From their trapeze on high, four young women perform a series of striking acrobatic moves, displaying grace, sensuality and impeccable timing. For Icarus, this is the test of desire, between the temptation and the arrogance of beauty.Water Meteors 
High above their heads, three young acrobats, Chen Haiyan, Kuai Wenxiang and Zhang Yudong, whirl ropes with metal meteors attached to the ends. Handling their ropes with rare agility, they perform impressive acrobatic figures at the same time. Once again, they are an incantation to surpassing one�s limits and to the human yearning to escape the Earth�s pull and rise into the air towards the sublime.Lightbulb 
Michel-Andr� Cardin and Sergiy Marchenko show a unique way to replace a malfunctioning light. |