- Photo credit:Phil Crozier
Last night, August 30th, was opening night of Cavalia’s Odysseo, the largest traveling production in the world held under a massive, ornate, white top tent.
It’s a modern take on a throwback from the past when the circus would come to town and set up a white top tent for their performances. However, with this tent, you have not only the largest tent in the world, but what they create inside is a true spectacle to behold and can only imagine the hours and days of work to bring such a production to life. A 3 story mountain was built for the set design, at a point the stage area fills with water to form a lake, a full size carousel lowers from the ceiling…among just a few of the incredible aspects of the show.
This show is mesmerizing and absolutely incredible. Like nothing I’ve seen before. The difference in Odysseo is for the first time a live show features 65 beautiful horses in a huge, picturesque theatre setting where they are free to perform and express themselves on stage. The horses, along with their 50 human international co-stars from 11 countries that includes riders, acrobats, aerialists, dancers, singers and musicians, create something truly special and memorable.
If you enjoy Cirque Du Soleil, you’ll love this second production from Cavalia brought to us by one of the same creators. Founded by Cirque du Soleil’s co-founder, Normand Latourelle, it’s a full $30 million, high-tech theatrical production that was inspired by the beauty, harmony, and trust that forms within the relationship of horse and man. It takes the audience on an incredible journey through beautiful, unforgettable landscapes combining the equestrian arts and stage arts with high-tech theatrical effects under a very modern big white top tent.
Founder/creator, Normand Latourelle
For more and ticket information, go to: www.cavalia.com It is only running from August 30th-October 22nd in Nashville just off Briley Parkway near Opryland Hotel, so get your tickets fast before all dates sell out.
