JOYÀ - Cirque du Soleil

Girl looks at an illuminated rock with characters dressed as animals look at her in the background. — Joyà, the main character, in her quest for knowledge.

An Expedition Through Heritage & Tradition

Join Joyà, a rebellious teenage girl, on her thrilling journey through the jungle and the fanciful world her grandfather inhabits there. The old alchemist longs to pass along his passion for the pursuit of knowledge to his granddaughter. With the help of an extraordinary group of creatures known as Masters, Joyà dives deep into history, culture, and tradition, which brings her closer than ever to her grandfather.

Food and edible gourmet concoctions presented on a wooden platter. — A Gourmet Culinary Experience.

A Feast for the Senses

JOYÀ is Latin America's first resident Cirque du Soleil show and the first Cirque du Soleil show to offer a culinary experience every bit as imaginative as the spectacle happening upon stage. Taste the extraordinary and witness the incredible during a night that you'll never forget, only at the Cirque du Soleil Theater at VidantaWorld Riviera Maya!

Gallery

Acrobat performing an hand balancing act.

Aquatik - Hand Balancing on Canes.

A plate of food served in an oppened chest accompanied by two glasses of champagne.

Fresh local ingredients are used to create exquisite dishes.

Spiritual - Duo Aerial Straps.

Platter of deserts presented in a creative way.

Heavenly desserts presented in a book.

Noctura - The Master of Night perched on her flying trapeze.

Cirque du Soleil Theater at Vidanta in Riviera Maya.

The Cirque du Soleil Theater overlooks the Mayan jungle.

Two acrobats perfomring an Icarian games act

Botanic - Icarian games.

Epilogue - Daredevil trampolinists celebrate agility and courage.

Magnetik - Artists demonstating powerfull skills with a complex hoop diving routine.

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Join us on an unforgettable journey! Discover when Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ will come to life, and get ready for an experience like no other.

The Making of JOYÀ

Delve into the behind-the-scenes world of JOYÀ. Through our web series, explore how this production crafts a universe filled with color, wonder, and infinite possibilities!

The Choreography | Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ
Harold Réhaume, the choreographer of JOYÀ, takes you through his inspirations and hopes for the choreography of the show.
Meet the Artists and the Crew from Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ
Discover behind the scenes footage from Mexico’s resident show JOYÀ.
Hand Balancing on Canes | Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ
In this video, meet JOYÀ’s captivating hand balancing performer, Alona Zhuravel!
What Do the Sound, Video, and Communications Teams Do? | Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ
Meet the fascinating Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ SVC team. They are responsible for the sound quality of every show!

Media Spotlight

Discover what critics are saying about our show! Here are reviews and insights that highlight the magic and artistry of JOYÀ.

“JOYÀ boasts something that no other Cirque du Soleil show offers — dinner. Hey Las Vegas — JOYÀ says, 'hold my champagne.' ”

Laine Doss

Broken Palate

“Through this mesmerizing performance, an alchemist’s granddaughter discovers joy and wisdom by sharing an extraordinary experience in an unlikely place.”

AFAR

“Vidanta at Riviera Maya is an amazing resort, but it’s the natural beauty of the area that really brings it all together. From the food, the spas, uniquely themed activities, and JOYÀ, this experience is something that will remain at the top of my memory for years to come.”

Okla Jones

Essence

The Creative Team

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