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You are here: Home / Travel / Canada / Magic, Music and Imagination Abound at Cirque du Soleil Quidam

Magic, Music and Imagination Abound at Cirque du Soleil Quidam

July 26, 2012 by Kathryn 6 Comments

Stunning. That’s really the only word that was in my mind after witnessing the Cirque du Soleil Quidam performance at the Brandt Centre in Regina, SK last night. The show was a beautiful marriage of imaginative set design, humour, gorgeous costumes and stunning physical feats that had me on the edge of my seat from the opening moment.

quidam graphic

Quidam tells the story of a young girl that goes on an imaginative journey after a mysterious stranger gives her a purple hat. Her journey introduces her to some of the strangest characters one could imagine including The Target, a graceful companion to the little girl on her journey, and Boum Boum, an aggressive personality that delights in the loud clap of thunder caused by the banging of his oversized hands.

Yet the true magic of the girl’s journey is in the incredible performances she witnesses as she travels. From the Arial Contortion in Silk, a gorgeous act performed in the air by contortionist Tanya Burka using a column of red fabric, to the mind-blowing talents of the Banquine acrobats and their act that has received international recognition, the talent onstage was breathtaking.

quidam banquine training

We received two tickets to the show but after some deliberation, we decided to buy two additional tickets so that our boys could witness it as well. I had a feeling that Zackary, at six years old, would enjoy it particularly and I wasn’t wrong. He was fascinated not just by the acts, but also by the huge amount of background action that filled every scene. It was fascinating to hear his childlike interpretation of the show; he decided that the little girl and her spiky-haired companion The Target were his favourite characters. He also stated that the white-cloaked background crew were bad ninjas that “turned into good ninjas at the end.”

mom and boy at quidam show

With ten beautifully choreographed acts, hilarious interludes provided by Toto Castineiras, the Cirque du Soleil clown and engaging special effects and music, this show really was a once-in-a-lifetime event and I’m so glad I got to see it. If you’re in Regina, head down to the Brandt Centre tonight to check out the show; you won’t regret it! And if you’re not, take a look at the website to see if there’s a show near you. The experience is one that you’ll cherish for years to come.
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Filed Under: Canada, Events, Travel Tagged With: brandt centre, circus, cirque de soleil, live performance, quidam, regina

Comments

  1. Soozle says

    July 26, 2012 at 4:12 pm

    Aww! Sounds like such a great experience for your little guys to be able to enjoy!

    I have never personally seen a cirque show (really want tothough) – but I have never heard a negative thing about them! Like you said, I am sure it is an event all of you will cherish for years to come 🙂

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    • Kathryn says

      July 26, 2012 at 9:28 pm

      It was pretty amazing! I’ve always wanted to see a show too and it was definitely worth the wait! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Deanna T. says

    July 27, 2012 at 12:05 am

    I have wanted to see Cirque de Soleil for a long time. Twice we’ve bought tickets to send my in-laws to a show, but we’ve yet to go ourselves. I’ve been wondering if at 5 years old my daughter would enjoy the show or not. Loved your review. Thanks!

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    • Kathryn says

      July 27, 2012 at 12:14 am

      Oh you have to go, Deanna! I’ll bet your five-year-old would love it for sure, but that’s as young as I’d go, I think. Benjamin, at three, did NOT appreciate how loud it was. He made it through just fine but was a bit too young to get much out of it…

      Reply
  3. Julia a.k.a. Mama MOE says

    July 27, 2012 at 4:17 pm

    Yay! So happy you got to see a Cirque du Soleil show!! Never saw this one, sounds wonderful!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      July 27, 2012 at 5:36 pm

      It is pretty amazing! I was beyond excited; it’s one of those things I’ve always wanted to do and never actually organized on my own. 🙂

      Reply

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