Cirque du Soleil arrives in Santiago de Compostela with its show Ovo

Cirque du Soleil is one of the most famous and innovative entertainment companies in the world. Its history is a mixture of creativity, artistic vision and determination. At the end of one of the most endearing times of the year, Christmas, the company will come to Santiago de Compostela, from January 3 to 7, to delight us with its show Ovo. The Multiusos Fontes do Sar will be the scene of the eight passes that will compose the show Ovo of Circo del Sol, whose cast is made up of more than one hundred people from twenty different nationalities.

For those who love this type of show, there is still time to get your tickets to enjoy Christmas like never before.

The Ovo show

The spectators are transported to a fascinating and mysterious world inhabited by insects. The story revolves around a mysterious egg that appears on stage.

This egg represents an element of change and transformation in the insect world, and its presence triggers a series of amazing events.Some of the most impressive elements of the show are its acrobatics, as it features a variety of amazing acrobatic performances that represent the skills and behaviors of insects; live music, with an energetic and immersive musical score that complements the performances and creates a unique atmosphere in the show; and a variety of acrobatic performances that represent the abilities and behaviors of insects.

Some of the most impressive elements of the show are its acrobatics, as it features a variety of amazing acrobatic performances depicting the skills and behaviors of insects; live music, with an energetic and immersive musical score that complements the performances and creates a unique atmosphere in the show; costumes and set design, which transform the stage into a colorful and vibrant world; comedy and unique characters, as it incorporates comedic elements through quirky characters and humorous situations.

Ovo, in short, is a show that celebrates life in nature and the beauty of insect diversity. Through a blend of acrobatic performances, live music and visually stunning storytelling, Cirque du Soleil succeeds in creating a magical and unique world that captivates the audience and transports them into a realm of awe and wonder.

A brief history of Cirque du Soleil

Cirque du Soleil was founded in 1984 in Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec, Canada, by two street performers, Guy Laliberté and Daniel Gauthier. Initially, the circus was a group of street performers who performed in the streets and squares of the province of Quebec.

Cirque du Soleil revolutionized the circus industry by eliminating animal acts and focusing on artistic presentations that combined circus, theater, live music and dance. This innovative mix of artistic elements allowed the circus to attract a wider and more diverse audience.

As Cirque du Soleil gained notoriety and success in Canada, it began to tour internationally. Its "Nouvelle Expérience" show in 1990 marked its first tour outside Canada and took the circus to the United States and Europe.

Some of his most iconic shows are Alegria, Saltimbanco, Mystère, O, La Nouba or Varekai, among others. Each show has its own story and theme, but they all share a commitment to artistic excellence.

So if you still don't have plans for this Christmas, what better than to enjoy a Cirque Du Soleil show and discover Santiago de Compostela with Simply Galicia?