OVO - Cirque du Soleil

Three acrobats dressed in green insect costumes hold a giant egg. — A mysterious egg appears, representing the insects’ cycle of life.

Love in the Insect World

In OVO, an awkward, quirky insect discovers a magnificent ladybug in a bustling neighborhood, and they instantly fall in love. Their enchanting romance unfolds amidst a vibrant ecosystem, revealing a world filled with energy and life.

Here, insects work, eat, flutter, and play in a riot of motion, showcasing the beauty and biodiversity of their hidden universe.

A man dressed in a blue insect costume and a woman dressed in a lady bug costume sit together on a platform. — The Foreigner charms the Ladybug.

A Colorful Ecosystem

As a mysterious egg appears, curiosity and awe fill the community, representing the cycles of their lives. OVO showcases the beauty and chaos of the insect world, balancing moments of tenderness and excitement, and revealing the rich biodiversity at our feet.

With each new day, the vibrant cycle of insect life unfolds, filled with both contrast and harmony.

Gallery

A male acrobat dressed in a blue costume doing a handstand on one arm.

A Dragonfly in a graceful balancing act.

Five acrobats dressed in red juggle with their feet.

Red ants work hard, gather food, and juggle with precision.

Combining agility and grace this soon to be Butterfly performs a solo contortion on aerial silk.

Two acrobats in costumes performing a aerial straps act.

This pair of Butterflies performs a stunning aerial pas-de-deux in perfect unison.

A group of scarabs soar high above the stage, from both edges to the middle.

An acrobat is doing a contortionist act on a platform.

A funny spider shows her sensual side, enticing Crickets with her web dance.

The hardest working insects in the community are the bright red Ants. As soon as they’re awake they spend their day gathering food.

An acrobat balances upsidedown on a slackwire.

In a tour-de-force performance a Spider defies gravity and physics in a slackwire act.

Now on Tour

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

Tour Schedule

On Sale
Toronto, ON
May 1 - Jun 28, 2025
Cirque du Soleil, Lake Shore Blvd West
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On Sale
Ottawa, ON
Jul 2-6, 2025
Canadian Tire Centre
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On Sale
Philadelphia, PA
Jul 11-13, 2025
Wells Fargo Center
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On Sale
Estero, FL
Jul 31 - Aug 3, 2025
Hertz Arena
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On Sale
Duluth, GA
Aug 7-10, 2025
Gas South Arena
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- On Sale
  Miami, FL
  Aug 14-17, 2025
  Kaseya Center
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- On Sale
  Sunrise, FL
  Aug 20-24, 2025
  Amerant Bank Arena
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- On Sale
  Charlotte, NC
  Aug 28-31, 2025
  Bojangles Coliseum
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- On Sale
  Greensboro, NC
  Sep 4-7, 2025
  First Horizon Coliseum
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- On Sale
  Oklahoma City, OK
  Sep 11-14, 2025
  Paycom Center
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- On Sale
  New Orleans, LA
  Sep 18-21, 2025
  Smoothie King Center
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- On Sale
  San Antonio, TX
  Sep 25-28, 2025
  Frost Bank Center
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- On Sale
  Houston, TX
  Oct 2-5, 2025
  Toyota Center
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- On Sale
  Austin, TX
  Oct 9-12, 2025
  Moody Center
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- On Sale
  Sofia, Bulgaria
  Apr 30 - May 3, 2026
  Arena 8888
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The World of OVO

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

Show Production

Humans… Cast as Animals!

Since they first performed in front of an audience back in 1984, Cirque du Soleil decided to break from the centuries-old circus traditions… by only including humans in their productions!

The Making of OVO

Delve behind-the-scenes of OVO by Cirque du Soleil. Through our web series, explore how this production crafts a universe filled with color, wonder, and infinite possibilities!

The World Of OVO | Cirque du Soleil
Matthew Rodrigues takes us into the World of OVO. Learn fun facts about the show!
The Making Of OVO Wardrobe | Cirque du Soleil
Discover the beautiful, intricate costumes designs and materials of OVO.
A Day in The Life of OVO - Hand Balancing | Cirque du Soleil
See what a day in the life of a hand balancing artist looks like!
A Day in The Life of OVO - Duo Aerial Straps | Cirque du Soleil
See what a day in the life of our duo aerial straps artists looks like!

The Creative Team

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