Montreal, CANADA (Top40 Charts/ Cirque Du Soleil Official Website) A team of 10 diverse choreographers, some of whom worked alongside Michael Jackson, will contribute their distinctive talents and understanding of Michael's unique creative choreography to the new Cirque du Soleil show
Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour in collaboration with the show's Writer and
Director Jamie King. The world premiere of this unique tribute to Michael Jackson's musical legacy will take place in Montreal on Sunday, October 2, 2011 at Bell Centre and the show will then travel throughout North
America and the rest of the world.
These high-profile choreographers all have an impressive list of credits to their name and have, in addition to the work some did with Michael, they have all worked with many other international stars in the music industry.
The team of choreographers is comprised of:
Travis Payne
Rich and Tone Talauega
Debra Brown
Napoleon and Tabitha Dumo
Jamal Sims
Cloud and
Tamara Levinson
Mandy Moore
'The creative force of 10 cutting-edge choreographers brings complexity and depth as we work together with the performers to bring Michael Jackson's music to life,' explains Chantal Tremblay,
Director of Creation of
Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour.
With the addition of the 10 choreographers, the creative team of
Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour is the largest ever for a Cirque du Soleil production.
The other creators include: Guy Lalibert - and Gilles Ste-Croix - Creative Guides; Chantal Tremblay -
Director of Creation; Jamie King - Writer and Director; Carla Kama - Associate Show Director;
Kevin Antunes - Musical Designer; Greg Phillinganes -
Music Director; Mark
Fisher - Set Designer; Michael Curry - Props and Scenic Designer; Zaldy Goco - Costume Designer; Germain Guillemot - Acrobatic Performance Designer; Scott Osgood - Rigging and Acrobatic Equipment Designer; Olivier Goulet - Projection Designer;
Martin Labrecque - Lighting Designer; Francois Desjardins - Sound Designer; Florence Cornet - Makeup Designer.
About the show
A riveting fusion of visuals, dance, music and fantasy that immerses audiences in Michael's creative world and literally turns his signature moves upside down,
Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour unfolds Michael Jackson's artistry before the eyes of the audience. Aimed at lifelong fans as well as those experiencing Michael's creative genius for the first time, the show captures the essence, soul and inspiration of the King of Pop, celebrating a legacy that continues to transcend generations.
The Immortal World Tour takes place in a fantastical realm where we discover Michael's inspirational Giving Tree - a wellspring of creativity that illuminates for the audience Michael's thoughtful inner world, offering new paths to express his love for music, dance, fairy tale and magic, and the fragile beauty of nature.
The underpinnings of The Immortal World Tour are Michael Jackson's powerful, inspirational music and lyrics' the driving force behind the show - brought to life with extraordinary power and breathless intensity. Through unforgettable performances
Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour underscores Michael's global messages of love, peace and unity.
For tour cities and ticket information, please go to www.cirquedusoleil.com/MichaelJackson.
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