Cirque Du Soleil: CRYSTAL

The second weekend for “a truly breathtaking entertainment phenomenon”, with Cirque du Soleil exploring brand-new creative territory by combining its signature acrobatics with ice-skating. So acrobats and skaters perform on the ice and in the air, seamlessly combining disciplines from both genres as the ice is transformed into “a dynamic stage where precision skating mingles with awe-inspiring aerial feats and acrobatic prowess”.

The technology should be pretty spectacular too – state-of-the-art infrared trackers with 36 spotlights and 28 powerful projectors should create a visually stunning experience for the performers to move through. And no two performances will be exactly alike, with the action unfolding dynamically around the skaters and acrobats. The soundtrack looks characteristically strong, too, with the likes of Sia’s Chandelier, Sinner Man by Nina Simone, and A Beautiful Day by U2.

As usual with Cirque du Soleil shows, there’s a storyline – Crystal, a young girl who feels misunderstood, goes on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. The whole show is about looking at things through fresh angles, peeking through the veneer of everyday life, and reframing one’s daily realities.

Show times:

• • 2 May – 7.30pm
  • 3 May – 7.30pm
  • 4 May – 3.30 and 7.30pm
  • 5 May – 3.30pm