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Disney and Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Drawn to Life’ hits major milestone anniversary
Read full article: Disney and Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Drawn to Life’ hits major milestone anniversary“Drawn to Life,” the dazzling live theatrical production presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney, has hit a major milestone in its run at Disney Springs.
Disney and Cirque’s ‘Drawn to Life’ evolves with mesmerizing new finale
Read full article: Disney and Cirque’s ‘Drawn to Life’ evolves with mesmerizing new finaleIn a celebration of its second anniversary, Drawn to Life, the collaboration between Cirque du Soleil and Disney, has unveiled an all-new finale.
Not your traditional clowns: ‘Drawn to Life’ performers talk unique artistry at Disney and Cirque show
Read full article: Not your traditional clowns: ‘Drawn to Life’ performers talk unique artistry at Disney and Cirque showWhen you think of a Cirque du Soleil show – you are likely to think about the groundbreaking acrobatics, beautiful costumes and some standing ovation choreography.
Disney Springs, Cirque du Soleil serve up new dining deal
Read full article: Disney Springs, Cirque du Soleil serve up new dining dealA new duo has come to Disney Springs, bringing the magic of the Drawn to Life show by Cirque Du Soleil while also satisfying people’s hunger by offering a new dining experience with a special offer.
Disney, Cirque du Soleil open new show ‘Drawn to Life’ to standing ovation
Read full article: Disney, Cirque du Soleil open new show ‘Drawn to Life’ to standing ovationThe highly anticipated new collaboration from Cirque du Soleil and Disney, Drawn to Life, premiered Thursday night at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort to a full house of enthusiastic fans who demonstrated their appreciation with a lengthy standing ovation.
Microsoft wins $22 billion deal making headsets for US Army
Read full article: Microsoft wins $22 billion deal making headsets for US ArmyMicrosoft says it has won a nearly $22 billion contract to supply U.S. Army combat troops with its virtual reality headsets. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)Microsoft won a nearly $22 billion contract to supply U.S. Army combat troops with its augmented reality headsets. Microsoft and the Army separately announced the deal Wednesday. The technology is based on Microsoft's HoloLens headsets, which were originally intended for the video game and entertainment industries. The new contract will enable Microsoft to mass produce units for more than 120,000 soldiers in the Army Close Combat Force.
Cirque Du Soleil conducts mass lay off after coronavirus pandemic
Read full article: Cirque Du Soleil conducts mass lay off after coronavirus pandemicDue to the coronavirus pandemic and the forced closure of all its shows worldwide, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been forced to make significant temporary staff reductions. According to the company, 4,679 employees will be affected by the lay offs. pic.twitter.com/ywKSX8mUEJ — Cirque du Soleil (@Cirque) March 17, 2020“This was an incredibly difficult decision for the Group, but a necessary measure to stabilize the company for the future,” the company said in a statement. Unfortunately, this decision is our only option as we are forced to position ourselves to weather this storm and prepare for eventual re-openings,’’ Daniel Lamarre, President and CEO Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group said. To keep up with the latest news on the pandemic, subscribe to News 6′s coronavirus newsletter or go to ClickOrlando.com/coronavirus.
Opening date unveiled for new Cirque du Soleil show at Disney Springs
Read full article: Opening date unveiled for new Cirque du Soleil show at Disney SpringsORLANDO, Fla. – The all new Cirque du Soleil show at Disney Springs is set to debut in a little more than a month and already, tickets are on sale. The new show, which is a collaboration between Cirque du Soleil, Walt Disney Animation Studios and Walt Disney Imagineering, focuses on a girl named Julie who discovers that her Disney animator father left behind an unfinished animation. Drawn to Life debuts at Disney Springs on April 17. “During a number of the acts, classic Disney animation sequences come alive via contemporary projections, complementing the spectacular feats of our acrobats." Performances will take place twice a day, Tuesday through Saturday, at Disney Springs.
OSHA investigates Disney Springs' Cirque du Soleil performer's fall
Read full article: OSHA investigates Disney Springs' Cirque du Soleil performer's fallA Cirque du Soleil La Nouba performer at Disney Springs was injured on Oct. 20 after falling during an aerial rehearsal, according to Reedy Creek Fire Department. The call for service at Cirque Du Soleil came in at 10:15 p.m. on Oct. 20. "Safety is our number one priority at Cirque du Soleil. The performer’s condition is unknown and is still receiving medical care, according to Cirque du Soleil. In June 2013, a Las Vegas Cirque du Soleil performer died after a fall from 94 feet in front of an audience during a performance of the show "Ka," the Wall Street Journal reported.
Florida residents can get discount on 'La Nouba' tickets
Read full article: Florida residents can get discount on 'La Nouba' ticketsORLANDO, Fla. – One of the most impressive and well-known shows in Central Florida just got more affordable. We're talking about Cirque du Soleil's La Nouba at Downtown Disney. The company says that Florida Residents can get 35 percent off tickets for shows between July 31 and August 25. That means tickets will be about $65 for adults, and $46 for kids ages 3 to 9. To buy tickets to La Nouba, click here.