Cirque for kids
Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Toruk — The First Flight’ Wows Denver
Confessions are good for the soul. Here’s one of mine: I’ve never seen the highest grossing movie of all time, Avatar. What I know about it can be summed up in a few words, including “blue”, “space”, and “sea monkeys”. James Cameron, who created the colorful, mystical world of Pandora in Avatar has given his blessing to the ever-innovative artists at Cirque du Soleil. They interpret it as only they can—with stunning effects, daring feats, and gorgeous costuming. While it’s not a retelling of Avatar, it is inspired by Cameron’s vision. Toruk — The First Flight follows two boys as they set off on a quest to save their world. Along the way, they must collect five important artifacts from other tribes who aren’t necessarily friendly. In true Cirque du Soleil fashion, this journey b...
The Circus comes to Denver and front rooms near you
In honor of Cirque du Soleil’s Denver presentation of Kooza, I thought a little circus fun, of the Cirque kind, was in order. (Don’t get me started on the other kind of circus — I’m not much of a fan.) But, I LOVE Cirque – the costumes, the music, the athleticism and the hilarious clowns. I emphasize the word — hilarious because usually I think clowns are terrifying. Cirque’s are not. (I still have tragic childhood memories of my mom performing in her mime troop. Mime horror — might explain a few things?) Anyway, whether you bring your child or not — and I recommend you do, over age 4 — take the wonder of Cirque home to your own living room. Juggle I learned to juggle while working the front desk at a health club in college – squas...
