Cirque du Soleil Alegria in a new light logo.

Alegría

Cirque du soleils Mr. Fleur acts as the heir to the throne while other characters look at him.
Mr. Fleur, the royal court jester, acts as the heir to the throne

A Joyous Magical Feeling

Be swept away by an acrobatic ode to the indomitable power of hope

At the heart of a once-glorious kingdom that has lost its king, Alegría witnesses the power struggle at play between the old order and the youth in strive for hope and renewal. As the court jester clumsily tries to take the throne, a growing desire for change emerges from the streets to defy the status-quo and bring joy to the world.

Cirque du Soleil acrobat holding fire sticks while a performance.
The fiery Bronx movement defy the old order

A Reimagined Classic

Casting a new light on an internationally-acclaimed fan favourite

First premiered in 1994, Alegría is an all-time Cirque du Soleil classic entirely reimagined with today's audiences in mind. Through unforgettable melodies, thrilling acrobatics, surreal costumes, vibrant sets and playful humor, Alegría - In A New Light unfolds a contemporary theatrical experience capturing all the emotions, magic and joy that have made the world fall in love with Cirque du Soleil.

"Anchored in the heart, mind and soul of all who have worked on its creation, then and now, Alegría is a tribute to the creators and dreamers who see beyond the barriers, those who walk against the wind and face challenges, those who stumble and get back up again, those who believe in what can or could be, who believe that change is not an option, but a necessity."

Jean-Guy Legault,

Director

Now on Tour

Join us on an unforgettable journey! Discover the dates and locations where Alegría will come to life, and get ready for an experience like no other.

Tour Schedule

  • On Sale

    Rome, Italy

    Under the Big Top, Tor di Quinto

  • On Sale

    Milan, Italy

    Under the Big Top, Sesto San Giovanni

  • On Sale

    Trieste, Italy

    Under the Big Top, Porto Antico Stazione

  • On Sale

    Knokke-Heist, Belgium

    Under the Big Top, Natiënlaan

  • On Sale

    Brussels, Belgium

    Under the Big Top, Brussels Expo - Next to ING Arena

    • On Sale

      Paris, France

      Under the Big Top, l’Ile des impressionnistes

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The World of Alegría

Welcome to our blog, where we dive into the captivating world of Alegría! Discover the secrets behind our artists, costumes, props, stage, music, and more, as we take you on a behind-the-scenes journey.

Making of Alegría

Delve into the behind-the-scenes world of Cirque du Soleil's Alegría. Through our web series, explore the process of reinventing a mesmerizing classic for today's audiences.

  • (04:48 minutes)

    This Starts Today: Cirque du Soleil Tour Stories | Episode 1

    In our newest series This Starts Today: Cirque du Soleil Tour Stories, we will take you along as our shows train in Montreal and then head off to their first touring location!
  • (04:39 minutes)

    This Starts Today: Cirque du Soleil Tour Stories | Episode 2

    In this episode of This Starts Today we bring you behind the scenes of the transition from training in studios in Montreal to under the Big Top!
  • (02:52 minutes)

    This Starts Today: Cirque du Soleil Tour Stories | Episode 3

    After a short time rehearsing under the #BigTopCirque, #Alegria by Cirque du Soleil premiered in #Houston to a standing ovation! It was an impressive collective effort to get there!
  • (20:09 minutes)

    Q&A With The Artists from Alegría

    See Cirque du Soleil s Alegría artists Elena Lev, Emilie Therrien and Lisiate Tovo answer your questions!

The Creative Team

Meet the creative minds behind Alegría! From the visionary director to the talented designers, each member plays a crucial role in bringing awe to the stage.

  • Jean-Guy Legault

    Jean-Guy Legault

    Director

  • Daniel Ross

    Daniel Ross

    Creation Director

  • Lucie Janvier

    Lucie Janvier

    Production Director

  • Dominique Lemieux

    Dominique Lemieux

    Costume Designer

  • Anne-Séguin Poirier

    Anne-Séguin Poirier

    Props Designer

  • Mikki Kunttu

    Mikki Kunttu

    Lighting Designer

  • René Dupéré

    René Dupéré

    Composer and Arranger

  • Jean-Phi Goncalves

    Jean-Phi Goncalves

    Musical Director and Arranger

  • Émilie Therrien

    Émilie Therrien

    Acrobatic Choreographer and Acrobatic Performance Designer

  • Richard LePage

    Richard LePage

    Senior Director - Human Performance Design and Management

  • Jacques Boucher

    Jacques Boucher

    Sound Designer

  • Jean-Michel Caron

    Jean-Michel Caron

    Sound Designer

  • Pierre Masse

    Pierre Masse

    Rigging and acrobatic equipment designer

  • Nathalie Gagné

    Nathalie Gagné

    Makeup designer

The Original Creative Team

Meet the original members of the creative team from when Alegría was first presented to the public in 1994!

  • Guy Laliberté

    Guy Laliberté

    Guide and Founder

  • Gilles Ste-Croix

    Gilles Ste-Croix

    Creation Director

  • Dominique Lemieux

    Dominique Lemieux

    Costume Designer

  • Michel Crête

    Michel Crête

    Set Designer

  • Franco Dragone

    Franco Dragone

    Director

  • René Dupéré

    René Dupéré

    Composer

  • Debra Brown

    Debra Brown

    Choreographer

  • Luc Lafortune

    Luc Lafortune

    Lighting Designer

  • Guy Desrochers

    Guy Desrochers

    Sound Designer

Frequently asked questions about Alegría

Got questions? Explore our FAQ for quick answers to your questions!

Duration

125 Mins

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