Luzia is Cirque du Soleil’s promising return down under

Cirque du Soleil’s latest global hit Luzia - an ode to Mexican heritage, is making a celebrated trip across Australia. After a temporary halt of performances due to the pandemic, the show will make a return. This also marks 25 years since Cirque du Soleil brought the enchanting Saltimbanco to the country in 1999.

“an unparalleled blend of elegance”

After a few years of dealing with significant loss and a foreign buyout, Luzia has proved to be Cirque du Soleil’s silver lining. Viewers expect to be vowed, stupefied, and shocked beyond expectations when they enter ‘the big top’, and the Mexican-themed production delivers on all fronts. One of the standout features of the show is the incorporation of a rain curtain, which allows performers to execute breathtaking aerial stunts while being drenched in water, creating a magical interplay of light and liquid.

Its international success even attracted investment from the Mexican government's National Fund for Culture and Arts (FONCA), in an attempt to bolster the country’s image globally through the 450+ city tour. Audiences can expect to see everything from agile contortionists to high-energy dance sequences, all set against a dreamlike landscape inspired by Mexico’s natural treasures. Luzia has been appreciated by critics from all continents, proving that when the company is at the top of its game, bigger is better. 

A long-awaited tour

For many fans, this tour is an opportunity to reconnect with the magic of Cirque du Soleil, reminding them of why the troupe remains a global leader in the circus arts. The troop also includes many Australian artists who have been excited to perform on home ground for the home crowds.

The show has already collected praise from audiences in Melbourne and Adelaide. The “utterly captivating”(Arts Hub) circus production in Perth is doing equally well. For those who have missed it, or simply want more, the eclectic blend of visual treats and perfectly pitched music is coming soon to Brisbane and Sydney.