Confession time: I have a “Performing Arts Bucket List.” Yep, I’ve managed to combine my obsession for making lists with being a theatre fangirl.
One of the items I have yet to cross off: Cirque du Soleil.
This Spring, I’m excited to finally experience one of their shows when Cirque du Soleil’s Dralion comes to the Wolstein Center, April 4 through 8.
Dralion is one of 22 productions that Cirque du Soleil currently has touring the world.
What started as a small street theatre group near Quebec City has been transformed into a 5,000-strong company that produces jaw-dropping spectacles worldwide. Their productions are renowned for incorporating acrobatic and aerial feats with music, mammoth sets and elaborate costuming.
Cirque du Soleil’s Dralion production originally premiered over 10 years ago in Montreal, Canada. And after many years performing under the circus tent, it has now gone on an arena tour with a stop in Cleveland. I actually almost saw Dralion in Philly a few years ago for a friend’s birthday but wasn’t able to make it – hurray for second chances!
Dralion’s name is a combination of its two emblematic characters: the dragon, a symbol of Eastern culture, and the lion, symbolizing the West. Similarly, the show melds Cirque du Soleil’s style with thousands of years of Chinese acrobatic arts.
50 international acrobats, gymnasts, musicians and singers are featured in the production. Through aerial hoops and dancing, balancing acts and juggling, their performances strive to invoke elements of nature and fantastical creatures.
Although the show is not until April, the Wolstein Center is currently running a special promotion in time for Valentine’s Day.
Use the code “Valentine” now through Feb. 16 and get a complimentary seat upgrade to the next higher ticket level. For instance, if you purchase $63 tickets, which are typically Category 1 seats, the code will get you Premium level seats.
Nothing says “I love you” like aerial silks. Ok, there might be a few exceptions to that, but if you’re looking for an unexpected gift for Valentine’s — or Galentine’s Day (any other Parks and Recs fans out there?), this promotion will save you a few dollars.
You can purchase tickets here.
Disclosure: I was offered two tickets to see Dralion in April in exchange for this post. As always, the events I choose to write about and my opinions are 100% my own. Images courtesy of the Wolstein Center/Cirque du Soleil media kit.
