Corteo by Cirque du Soleil is coming to ERGO ARENA in September 2022

CORTEO, one of the best-loved Cirque du Soleil productions, is finally coming to Poland in September 2022 featuring a unique centralised two-sided stage. Intermission is over! Tickets on general sale for ERGO ARENA shows will appear in December 16.

Corteo, one of the most enchanting of Cirque du Soleil’s arena productions is finally set to charm ERGO ARENA, Gdańsk/Sopot  following a forced two-year postponement. General tickets will be on sale on 16 December at 12:00 This unique production, directed by Daniele Finzi Pasca, first premiered in Montreal under the Big Top in April 2005. Since then and including its transformation into an arena show in 2018, the show has amazed audiences of over 9 million people, in 20 countries, on 4 continents.

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.

The clown pictures his own funeral taking place in a carnival atmosphere, watched over by quietly caring angels. Juxtaposing the large with the small, the ridiculous with the tragic and the magic of perfection with the charm of imperfection, the show highlights the strength and fragility of the clown, as well as his wisdom and kindness, to illustrate the portion of humanity that is within each of us. The music turns lyrical and playful carrying Corteo through a timeless celebration in which illusion teases reality.

In a Cirque du Soleil first, the stage is central in the arena and divides the venue, with each half of the audience facing the other half, giving a unique perspective not only of the show, but also a performer’s eye view of the audience. An atmosphere like never seen before in Cirque du Soleil arena shows. The set curtains, inspired by the Eiffel Tower, and the central curtains, which were hand painted, give a grandiose feel to the stage. This sets the tone for the poetry of Corteo.

Mike Newquist, Senior Vice President, Touring Shows Division said: “We are absolutely thrilled that we are finally able to bring Corteo to Europe. For two years our performers have been waiting to experience the joy of the audience once again and excitingly with the unique staging of Corteo, for the first time the audience will also get to see and feel the show from the performer’s perspective. It will be an emotional and magical return.” 

ABOUT CIRQUE DU SOLEIL

Originally composed of 20 street performers in 1984, Cirque du Soleil completely reinvented circus arts and went on to become a world leader in live entertainment. Established in Montreal, the Canadian organization has brought wonder and delight to more than 200 million spectators in more than 450 cities in over 60 countries on six continents. Cirque du Soleil is owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group.

For more information, visit cirquedusoleil.com

Alter Art Show

Alter Art Show is the largest independent promoter in Poland and one of the leaders of the Polish live entertainment market in terms of the organization of spectacular shows, concerts and festivals at the highest level, gathering tens of thousands of people. Alter Art Show is a brand that promotes events, among others. Cirque du Soleil, Disney On Ice and Monster Jam. Details at: www.alterartshow.pl

Ticekts sale: www.alterartshow.pl and www.cirquedusoleil.com/corteo

Prices dynamic!

Buy early, pay less

Dynamic pricing is a system in which ticket prices for different performances and levels in the stands depend on the demand for each event. The earlier you buy tickets, the lower the price and better seats you will get. Conversley, when you book your ticket to a popular show late, the price may be higher. However, the prices have an upper limit. Dynamic pricing gives you more choice on the price you will pay for your ticket.

Ticket categories and process from:

Platinum from PLN 349

Gold from PLN 279

Silver from 219

Brown PLN 169

Discount for children from 2 to 12 years old – 20%

Dates:

Gdańsk /Sopot– ERGO ARENA

8.09 Thursday 19:00

9.09 Friday 19:00

10.09 Saturday 15:00, 19:00

11.09 Sunday 12:00, 16:00

For more information, visit: cirquedusoleil.com/Corteo