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| - This was the 4th cirque show I've seen, the others being Alegria, Corteo, and Kooza. This Cirque show was obviously quite different from the other three, because the focus is less on acrobatics, and more on artistic presentation and the expression of human sexuality. That is not to say that the show was devoid of acrobatics, amazing flexibility and jaw-dropping stunts. All of that was still present, but decidedly toned down in order to up the humor, audience interaction, and sensuality.
The show is hosted by Edie, a witty and attention-commanding drag queen who really connects with the audience. She made an excellent mistress for the evening, and was in no short supply of wisecracks and double entendres. Acrobatics included hoop tricks, strength displays, rope and silk climbing and soaring, contortionists, and dancing. The costumes were also great, and matched with the side of human sexuality they were trying to express.
The only thing that detracted from the show were the constant giggles and gasps and judegmental "oh my god"'s that could be heard from neighboring seats. If you're squeamish and shy and immature, this is probably not the show for you! It's about sex. All kinds of sex. Straight, gay, and otherwise. If you turn red at the sight of a perfume advertisement, or blush at words like "erotic" and "horny" or harbor some homophobic tendencies, this show may not be for you.
Overall the show was visually appealing, entertaining, humorous and impressive. If you have the chance to catch this show (and you're not shy about sex and sensuality) definitely get some tickets.
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