Founded in Montreal, Canada in 1984, Cirque Du Soleil is an acrobatic circus troupe that has performed for over 80 million people in more than 200 cities. In 2009, the troupe is scheduled to present 19 shows in venues all over the world. If you're interested in seeing this one-of-a-kind show, read on to learn how to get tickets to Cirque Du Soleil.
Ticket Buying Tips
- Visit the official website to find the dates and locations of Cirque du Soleil shows near you
- Become a member of Cirque Club to access exclusive special offers and buy advance tickets for shows in your area
- You can buy tickets to some shows on the official Cirque du Soleil website; for others, you will have to contact Ticketmaster or another ticket retailer
- You may be able to find reduced price tickets on eBay or other aftermarket ticket-selling websites
- If you are buying tickets online or over the phone, you will likely need a major credit card to do so
Introduction
- Most people who see a live performance of Cirque Du Soleil agree that it is a unique and exhilarating experience. The award-winning show features acrobats, gymnasts, dancers, contortionists, jugglers, tumblers, musicians and other troupe members performing amazing feats and routines. Although the troupe performs regular shows in Las Vegas, the circus also travels to cities around the world. Shows will often sell out quickly, so if you're thinking of getting tickets, act quick—chances are you won't regret it.Official Site: Cirque du Soleil: About
Step 1: Visit the Official Website
(Creative Commons photo by Valdiney Pimenta)To find out when Cirque Du Soleil will be at a venue near you, your best bet is to visit the official Cirque Du Soleil website. There you can find listings of the shows and, at times, special offers on tickets. For some shows, you can select and buy your tickets directly from the official site.Official Site: Cirque du Soleil: Kooza Tickets, New York
If you're a fan and want to keep on top of all the latest Cirque Du Soleil news, you can also sign up to join the Cirque Club. As a member of the club, you will receive emails notifying you in advance of shows that are coming to your area. Club members also get the first opportunity to buy the best seats and receive exclusive special offers on tickets.Official Site: Cirque du Soleil Tickets
Step 2: Contact Ticket Retailers
(Creative Commons photo by William Hook)Depending on which Cirque Du Soleil show you want to see and where you will be seeing it, you may have to buy tickets through an independent ticket retailer. Tickets to many shows are sold through Ticketmaster, while those for shows in countries outside of the United States may be sold through a local ticket company.
From the official Cirque du Soleil website, find the show you want to see and then click on the "buy tickets" link. You will then be taken to the website of the company that sells tickets for that show. Most retailers will provide you with the option to buy tickets directly online, over the phone, or by visiting one of their retail locations.Ticketmaster: Cirque du Soleil : SaltimbancoTicketAtlantic.com: Cirque du Soleil Tickets
Keep in mind that, if you are purchasing tickets online or over the phone, you will need a major credit card to complete your purchase.
Step 3: Other Options
- If the official retailer in your area is sold out of tickets for your desired Cirque du Soleil show, you may still be able to get tickets from an independent seller or online ticket company.
- You may able to find Cirque du Soleil tickets on the following websites:
- eBayeBay: Cirque du Soleil Tickets
- Craigslist
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- Before purchasing Cirque du Soleil tickets from a non-official or independent source, be sure that you are aware of any additional charges, such as those for shipping or taxes, before completing the purchase. If you are buying tickets on eBay or from a website you are unfamiliar with, do some research to ensure that the seller you are purchasing from has a positive reputation.
Conclusion
- Although tickets to some Cirque du Soleil shows can cost $100 or more apiece, the show's "heady mix of grace, beauty and bravado," is likely to keep you on the edge of your seat for the duration.The Independent: Cirque du Soleil: Quidam, Royal Albert Hall, London (January 8, 2009) To purchase tickets, your best bet is to visit the official Cirque du Soleil website to find out when the troupe will be at a venue near you. Depending on which show you want to attend, you may be able to purchase tickets directly from the website. If not, the official website will provide you with a link that will take you to the official ticket retailer for your chosen show. If the performance is sold out, you may still be able to get tickets from an independent seller or aftermarket ticket retailer.
