One of the exciting new attractions this year is Avaia. This is being performed by Cirque Niagara. It is a performance along the lines of Cirque du Soleil, and will combine “artistry, acrobatics and dance” and includes “19 of the world’s most beautiful performing horses”.
I have scanned the promotional pamphlet and included the text below:
Front of pamphlet:
Cirque Niagara
presents
AvaiaA Revolution in Theatrical Entertainment
Located at:
Rapidsview Park – Across from Marinelandwww.cirqueniagara.com
Back of pamphlet:
Cirque Niagara
Location
Contact
Box Office Phone:
1-877-CIRQUE-1
(1-877-247783-1)Group and Corporate Sales Phone:
1-877-CIRQUE-1 ext. 3
(1-877-247783-1) ext. 3Regional Office:
5881 Dunn St.
Niagara Falls, Ontario
L2G 2N9p. 905-357-2662
f. 905-357-9725visit us online at:
www.cirqueniagara.com
Inside flap:
Tickets
Prices are $35, $55 and $75. * Children 5 and under are FREE for matinee shows only. **
Performances will be at 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. daily from May 20 to October 8, 2006.
Groups may purchase tickets by calling the Group Sales Box Office at 1-877-CIRQUE-1 ext. 3 (1-877-247-7831 ext. 3)
Tickets will only be available to purchase by phone with a credit card by calling the Cirque Niagara Box Office at 1-877-CIRQUE-1 (1-877-247-7831) or by visiting www.cirqueniagara.com
Pricing, availability and policies may vary and are subject to change without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.
* Prices are subject to booking fees and GST
** Children 5 & Under:
Children 5 & under are free for Matinee 5 pm shows only
Youth rates apply for all children up to the age of 12 for the 8 pm performance
A ratio of one adult to one free child ticket applies
Children 5 or under must sit on the lap of parent or guardian to qualify for a FREE ticket
Children 5 & under exceeding the adult/child ration will be charged the YOUTH 6-12 rate regardless of age and will get a ticket with seat assignment.Avaia
Call 1-877-CIRQUE-1 (247783-1) to book your tickets now!
Inside of pamphlet:
The Show
Avaia is a mystical journey into the abyss of time where ancient mysteries of the past engage the innovations of the future. Above all, it is a celebration of life and man’s love for horses. The infinitely creative mix of artistry, acrobatics and dance will astonish and spark the imagination. The artists not only defy the laws of gravity, they unveil the secret wisdom of the future and of times past.
The name Avaia is derived from the Sanskrit and Latin languages meaning – a source of rejoicing, a source of celebration
The cast of Avaia includes 19 of the world’s most beautiful performing horses including a rare blue-eyed albino stallion and some of the most ancient breeds.
Experience a revolution in theatrical entertainment
Call 1-877-CIRQUE-1 (247783-1) to book your tickets now!
MIDDLE OF INSIDE
Already declared an instant classic, Avaia is one of the most anticipated and powerful productions to date. It will bring a vivid mosaic of the world’s best acrobatic performers with the world’s greatest theatrical equestrians.
The show will consist of stables of the world’s greatest performing horses and a cast of 50 of the greatest cirque stars from around the globe. This one of a kind show is coming to North America for the first time.
RIGHT OF INSIDE
The Creators
Creator Mairbek Kantemirov
Since 1994 Mairbek Kantemirov has been the artistic director of the Ali-Bek troupe, the first Russian Circus group of its kind who performed traditional stunts on horse. in 1997, recognized as an honoured artist of Russia and North Ossetia, he created his own theatrical attraction called “Scythins”. It quickly became an incredibly successful production in Russia. He is the recipient of the National Academy Award and Winner of the 20th International Circus Festival in Rome.
Oleg Katemirov, Artistic Director
Oleg is a third-generation member of the Kantemirov family circus dynasty and a world-renowned circus performer. He has over 25 years of experience having performed with the Moscow Circus and with Cirque du Soleil in many productions including Facination, Saltimbanco and Alegria.
The Acts
Just some of the acts in AvaiaTrick Riding
Stunt Riding
Golden Horse
Contortionists
People of the Light
Magic of Atlantis
I have also created a PDF file of the pamphlet if you’d like to download it and see it in full size/colour. You can download it here:
Cirque Niagara Avaia leaflet
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