Toronto 
Cirque du Soleil is set to dazzle audiences once again with its 25th-anniversary show, “OVO,” under the Big Top in Toronto next spring.
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Performed under the iconic Big Top at Lake Shore Blvd West, this production offers a journey into the vibrant world of insects, showcasing extraordinary acrobatics and a compelling storyline.
What to Expect
- An Enchanting Ecosystem: “OVO” immerses the audience in a colorful habitat teeming with insect life, where creatures work, play, fight, and search for love in a nonstop flurry of energy and movement.
- A Mysterious Egg: The appearance of a strange egg captivates the insect community, symbolizing the enigma and cycles of their lives, and sparking curiosity and wonder among the colony.
- A Tale of Love: The narrative follows a quirky, gawky insect who, upon arriving in this bustling environment, instantly falls for a charming ladybug, adding a heartfelt dimension to the spectacle.
What to Experience:
You can look forward to a fusion of art, performance, and innovative design that brings the hidden world of insects to life in unprecedented ways.
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- Stunning Acrobatics: Witness crickets launching off trampolines and a hypnotic spider twisting gracefully within her web, highlighting the incredible talents of an international cast representing 17 nationalities, including artists from Brazil, Russia, and Canada.
- Innovative Set Design: Designed by Gringo Cardia, the set draws inspiration from natural structures created by insects, featuring organic shapes with minimal straight lines to mimic a genuine habitat.
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- Giant Props and Interactive Elements: Marvel at the colossal 30-foot mechanical flower that blooms on stage, serving as both a prop and a character, and explore the multifunctional Wall that performers climb, disappear into, and use as a dynamic platform.
Trip Planning – OVO – Cirque du Soleil
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When: May 1 to June 22, 2025
- Wednesdays and Thursdays: Shows begin at 7:30 PM.
- Fridays: Two performances at 3:30 PM and 7:30 PM.
- Saturdays: Shows at 3:30 PM and 7:30 PM, with an additional 11:30 AM matinees on select days.
- Sundays: Matinee and evening show at 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM.
Duration: Each performance is 100 minutes long, not including a 25-minute intermission, allowing audiences ample time to immerse themselves in the experience.
Where:
“OVO” will be staged under the Big Top at 2150 Lake Shore Blvd West, Toronto.
How Much:
Tickets start at $71 and can be purchased online or via phone. Given the show’s popularity and limited run, securing tickets early is advised to ensure availability and optimal seating.
The presale is on, and the public sale begins on November 1.
