The Legend Lives On - Official Cirque du Soleil 'Immortal World Tour' Discussion

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[MJWorldEntertainment]

- Must I need to be a member to know the news?

- Nice Teaser!

- I'll wait! Better be a new concert being released on DVD.

[januska]

I'd really love to see their show! :wild:
Waiting for more information on this :yes:

[madbdamj]

I imagine that the big news will be the 3d hologram technology that has been discussed using old tour footage of Michael to try to create the impression that he is really there. In which case it would have to be done very well to not look to contrived and also do not know how many fans would feel about this ?

[twinklEE]

looks promising

[SuperLee]

Really hope this comes to the UK

[kingofpop10]

Just took the words out my mouth SuperLee :D I really can't wait if this comes to the UK!

[Hess]

Can't wait.

I hope the show will be available on DVD and Blu-Ray someday.

[thrillerchild]

Looking forward to a UK tour leg *fingers crossed*

[Pentum]

So we do not know where the concerts are going to be?

[Hess]

I hope they come to Denmark - but I highly doubt it.

[claud3]

looks nice and hope it goes well

[AllForLove]

Michael loved France, I hope they will come, pleaaaaaaaaaaaase :angel:

[ivy]

wow so exciting :)

[Lorraine]

PLEASE Bring this to London!!:wild:

[tofdel1]

Hopefully the new album release too!!!! Looks good.

[raz2911]

Thanks for the news Gaz :)
I really really hope this comes to the UK :D

[qbee]

Im so exited :wild: :)
This is something beyond the album that Ive really been looking forward to.

[Derek1984]

Hope they come to Vegas. I love that place and need a reason to go back!

[Hess]

^^^

The plan on playing in Vegas for several years don't they?

Wasn't thah what they said when they announced it?

[Hess]

Cirque du Soleil is joining forces with the true entertainment legend Michael Jackson.

The magic of Cirque du Soleil and the genius of the King of Pop will be combined in the creation, development, and production of Michael Jackson projects based on the music and songs of Michael Jackson.
An arena-touring show is expected to debut in late Fall 2011 and a Las Vegas permanent show is expected to open in late 2012.
Special lifestyle projects, including a nightclub to open with the Las Vegas show, will also be developed.

[Moonwalker91]

I first thought this was the announcement of the new album. But that's also great news^^

[Admin]

If you never got to see Michael Jackson perform live, you will be thrilled to know that the next best thing is right around the corner. Cirque du Soleil will unveil details about the upcoming electrifying production.

Go to http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/cirqueclub …and get ready for a major event!

[SeriousEffect.]

There's going to be a lot of lip-sync lol!

Last link is not right Gaz.

[Dianelesley]

There's going to be a lot of lip-sync lol!

Last link is not right Gaz.

It's just worked for me - this will be an amazing show! CdS are the best!

[Pentum]

Only Las Vegas?

Only rich people then...

[mjmirror]

^The permanent (and bigger) show is in Las Vegas, Cirque said that there will be a US touring version and a worldwide tour. At least, that's what was said when they first announced the plans.

[Beccabubbles]

Cant wait to find out more :)

[AnnieRUOkay89]

Aw man, I'm totally stoked for this announcement! I wonder what it will be about.. :fortuneteller:

[love is magical]

I hope they come to New York during the holiday season of 2011. Wintuk, another Cirque Du Soleil show, gonna end its run at Madision Square Garden this year. Is it possible Cirque is going to replace Wintuk with The Legend Lives On in December 2011? I hope so. :angel:

Sorry guys, I live in NY.

I'm no big fan of the Sin City. But, I'll certainly make a trip there in 2012 to see the permanent show.

[wendijane]

:thinking:
Ty for posting .

[Admin]

Michael Jackson saw many Cirque du Soleil shows. Now you, his biggest fans, can see what has been created to bring Michael’s legacy together with Cirque’s imagination. Keep watching MichaelJackson.com (http://www.michaeljackson.com) to ensure that you’re among the first to hear the big announcement November 3rd.

[h0opman31]

what is this exactly? An artificial concert?

[Ashtanga]

Yeah, very cool. :cry:


Well, if Cirque comes to my country, sure, I'll watch.

[MJMarty]

Very excited!

[Memefan]

I can't wait...MJ would have approved.

He loved CdS soooo much :(

[Courtney]

Wow, can't wait to hear more news on this!

[ExoticPrincess]

I'm not even gonna lie, that small teaser stirred a bit of excitement in me just now!:clapping:

[MikeFan4Life]

Found this on Ticketmaster! Name of the show is "Cirque Du Soleil: Michael Jackson, the Immortal World Tour"

http://www.ticketmaster.com/search?tm_link=tm_homeA_header_search&q=cirque+du+soleil&search.x=0&search.y=0

So excited!

[Ashtanga]

Found this on Ticketmaster! Name of the show is "Cirque Du Soleil: Michael Jackson, the Immortal World Tour"

http://www.ticketmaster.com/search?tm_link=tm_homeA_header_search&q=cirque+du+soleil&search.x=0&search.y=0

So excited!

I looked now and will not appear for me. :unsure:

[damien shields]

I sure hope they revamp MJ's pitiful website to promote this cirque show and the new album coz right now there is NO way i'd visit that site for news. MJ fansites are much better.

[MikeFan4Life]

If you go to Ticketmaster, type in Cirque du Soleil, on the left hand side, there is a list of all the Cirque shows. Its one of the last ones listed.

[michaelsson]

well since everytime they showed the stage michael was absent......im guessing theyre waiting 2 reveal the hologram

[Admin]

Michael Jackson was a HUGE fan of Cirque du Soleil, saw many of their shows, and even visited Cirque headquarters in Montreal. On Wednesday, Nov 3, Cirque has a huge announcement, and they wanted you to know first.

CirqueDuSoleil.com (http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/cirque-club/default.aspx)

MichaelJackson.com (http://www.michaeljackson.com)

[mjjmsc]

me too.i would love to see this show:-)

[~Lindsey~]

signed up, looking forward to finding out more

[elusive moonwalker]

in the interview with the guy for cirque the other week they said tickets would go on sale on nov 3rd.not sure what shows were going on sale though as there were mixed comments. show starts in vegas in december 2011 and stays there for 2 months then it goes on a usa tour for 2 years.then after that will go on a world tour for 2 years.after that a permenant show will happen in vegas. that show will be different to the one that goes on tour.

from the article is seems the show on tour will be like the elvis show that does the rounds. live band with video footage of mj.so an mj show without mj. i was hoping for a cirque style show but it seems that will happen with the permenant vegas show and this one is basically a concert using video footage.which to me is so heartbreaking

[MattyJam]

Anyone else finding it hard to muster up much enthusiasm for this thing?

If Michael ain't in it, I ain't interested...

[elusive moonwalker]

Found this on Ticketmaster! Name of the show is "Cirque Du Soleil: Michael Jackson, the Immortal World Tour"

http://www.ticketmaster.com/search?tm_link=tm_homeA_header_search&q=cirque+du+soleil&search.x=0&search.y=0

So excited!

dont see anything mj releted on there or the other 10 pages

[love is magical]

Anyone else finding it hard to muster up much enthusiasm for this thing?

If Michael ain't in it, I ain't interested...

For those of us who never had the privilege of attending his concert and witnessing his talents and magic, this is the closest we can get.

[love is magical]

dont see anything mj releted on there or the other 10 pages

I can't find anything related to the show neither. I doubt tickets would be available for sales at ticketmaster.com before the November 3rd announcement.

[StaceyMJ]

Anyone else finding it hard to muster up much enthusiasm for this thing?

If Michael ain't in it, I ain't interested...

I feel the same, I don't mean to put a dampener on things. To me it's just heartbreaking more than anything. But, that said, I hope you all enjoy it! Michael surely did love CdS.

[elusive moonwalker]

Anyone else finding it hard to muster up much enthusiasm for this thing?

If Michael ain't in it, I ain't interested...yeah i have to agree. if had been a typcial cirque show as i know them i might be more intrested. but the thought of a mj concert with the band and dancers and mj on a scree. to me is vomit inducing. its just another confimration of what has happened. and makes u realise this is all we now have.hurts like hell.

i can understand fans who never saw a concert liking the idea and wanting to go.but the emotions i have are totally fecked up on this. im glad its gonna be upwards of 4 years b4 this comes to europe. enough time to maybe decide one way or the other. one part of you is like its an mj event of course i should/want to go and i wold feel guilty for not going but then the other half is like why theres no mj. its all so horrible. kinda the same feeling i have towards a tribute concert

[ivy]

Found this on Ticketmaster! Name of the show is "Cirque Du Soleil: Michael Jackson, the Immortal World Tour"

http://www.ticketmaster.com/search?tm_link=tm_homeA_header_search&q=cirque+du+soleil&search.x=0&search.y=0

So excited!


got this from the google cache. It seems like they listed the show but then deleted it.

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/3411/cirque.jpg

[PCR]

but the thought of a mj concert with the band and dancers and mj on a scree. to me is vomit inducing. its just another confimration of what has happened. and makes u realise this is all we now have.hurts like hell.

i can understand fans who never saw a concert liking the idea and wanting to go.but the emotions i have are totally fecked up on this.

We are all free to agree or disagree, but let's agree there must be nicer ways to disagree. If this makes you sick, please take into account it is not the case for many of us.

And will just add the same thing we always say to those leaving horrible comments against Michael in any Michael-related article online. If you are not interested, why do you waste your time reading the info? Really, if this makes you feel like vomiting, you will surely feel way better without reading this :doh:

[mkgenie]

dont see anything mj releted on there or the other 10 pages
http://www.ticketmaster.com/Michael-Jackson-THE-IMMORTAL-World-Tour-by-Cirque-du-Soleil-tickets/artist/1517221?list_view=1&tm_link=edp_Artist_Image

[mkgenie]

just Googled "Cirque Du Soleil: Michael Jackson, the Immortal World Tour", many results

seem like there was a leak and then pages got deleted.

"Immortal" may really be the name of the tour, even of the new album.

[Ashtanga]

For those of us who never had the privilege of attending his concert and witnessing his talents and magic, this is the closest we can get.

:agree: BUT.... at the same time is sad. :(

[AnnieRUOkay89]

It is sad, but that's no reason to attempt to rip the enjoyment out of other fans hearts and minds, by saying things like this shouldn't happen. Tons of us have never gotten to see Michael perform live, if this is what some may think it is, then this might be that chance. Not to mention there's now a whole new generation of Michaelmaniacs, and I'm sure this will be something that will please our modern youth as well.

[elusive moonwalker]

just Googled "Cirque Du Soleil: Michael Jackson, the Immortal World Tour", many results

seem like there was a leak and then pages got deleted.

"Immortal" may really be the name of the tour, even of the new album.

ok thanks. maybe they were testing out the pages or someone put them live when they shouldnt have same as with the 02.



We are all free to agree or disagree, but let's agree there must be nicer ways to disagree. If this makes you sick, please take into account it is not the case for many of us.

And will just add the same thing we always say to those leaving horrible comments against Michael in any Michael-related article online. If you are not interested, why do you waste your time reading the info? Really, if this makes you feel like vomiting, you will surely feel way better without reading this :doh:
We are all free to agree or disagree,i guess not seeing as you are telling me not to comment in this thread

i guess u dont understand the terminology of the phrases im using.if u think its the same as someone attacking mj. its my opinion im not telling anyone else how to feel. same ole in threads like this. nothing but a bunch of drama queens who jump on anyone that isnt estatic about every little thing and has the audacity to voice their opinion.dont u find it sickening that mj is gone and all we have left is a big screen with footage of on it while there are dancers and musicans there in person on stage? does that make u happy cause it sure doesnt make me happy and thats what i ment by vomit inducing.because it comfirms the reality of the situation we are all now in.


It is sad, but that's no reason to attempt to rip the enjoyment out of other fans hearts and minds, by saying things like this shouldn't happen.no ones saying it shouldnt happen. just stating how horrible it is that it is happening because of the obvious reasons. every thread on here lately ends up the same:smilerolleyes: its a discussion board. not everyne has the same opinions/feelings so no need to act all defensive when not everyone is jumping up and down and is excited at the thought of this type of show happening because mj is gone.i have more intrest in seeing what type of show they create for the permenant residencey is vegas as that sounds more like a typcial cirque show. as i said i dont blame fans who never got the chance to see mj being excited at this idea but personally for me it just confirmed what has happened and where we are now at and were we will be for the rest of our lives. as i said by the time this comes to europe i might want to see it. but at this time everything is so fecked up that this is even happening. ie mj is gone!

[SeriousEffect.]

What I find weird about that Ticketmaster post is they were only allowing 2 days for the sale of tickets.

[elusive moonwalker]

2 days? what do u mean? the tickets go on sale to cirque club members for 2 days then go on sale to the gen public after that

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[Favoritetune]

The show sounds great! Forget the bad advertisements.

[Sharlene]

:woohoo:

[Moonwalker.Fan]

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[Ashtanga]

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WOW! :o And the official announcement was not done yet. They are fast. :unsure:

[DeeEmAych]

Great! I live in San Jose too! That's my city's arena... Can't wait!

[xscape guy 2003]

Today is the day!! and i feel a almighty announcement of everything around now.

[man.in.the.mirror]

As soon as I get it from the estate it wil be up guys.thankyou gaz.

[mj_obsession]

I'm SUPER excited! :D

Does anyone know what kind of announcement it is? And when?

[mj_obsession]

The Americas are all sound asleep at the moment, expect the announcement later today in Europe.

Thanks man!

I'm hoping it's not gonna be a Vegas only show, but then thinking carefully they obviously know the power of Michael Jackson so probably a worldwide number :D:D

[mkgenie]

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[Moonwalker.Fan]

Is this official promo pre-sale?

[Memefan]

http://communities.canada.com/montrealgazette/blogs/stageandpage/archive/2010/11/02/michael-jackson-cirque-du-soleil-show-news-tomorrow.aspx


There will be a Cirque du Soleil news announcement tomorrow about its upcoming Michael Jackson arena show. Jamie King, the director of the show, and Chantal Tremblay, director of creation, will be talking to the Canadian press via teleconference tomorrow afternoon. The show is expected to begin a North American tour in December, 2011.

It has already been reported that the title of the 90-minute Jackson show featuring 72 performers will be The Immortal World Tour and that its production costs will be in the $200 million range.

After The Beatles (LOVE), Elvis Presley (Viva ELVIS) and now, Jackson, who will be the next to be immortalized by the Cirque du Soleil?

[mkgenie]

Is this official promo pre-sale?

yes.

more will come today

[0o0jackie0o0]

OOOOHHHH. I love love love the 'immortal' title.
come on america's. wake up already:) its almost the 4th down here...
how exciting!!

[damien shields]

So exciting! That tour is going to be AMAZING! And im glad theyre having MJ perform the show via technology. Going to be surreal!

[Pentum]

Argh, I want to see this so bad! I wonder what footage that will be used for the hologram?

[Admin]

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WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY JAMIE KING
TOUR BEGINS IN OCTOBER 2011

Exclusive Presale Window Starts Today for Cirque Club Members and MichaelJackson.com subscribers
General Onsale Begins Saturday, November 6 in 30 Cities


Montreal, November 3, 2010 – The Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil announced today the official international launch of Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour™ written and directed by Jamie King, the leading concert director in pop music today. This once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production will combine Michael Jackson music and choreography with Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture.

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—the wellspring of his creativity. The secrets of Michael’s inner world are unlocked—his love of music and 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.

In selecting Jamie King as Writer and Director for Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour— which will feature 60 international performers—, The Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil chose a director Variety called one of the most influential “movers and shakers” in the music industry, and the “Jerry Bruckheimer of tent-pole concert tours". A multiple Emmy Award® and MTV Video Music Award® nominee, and greatly influenced by his early years working for both Prince and Michael Jackson, he has choreographed some of the most popular music videos and directed some of the highest grossing concert tours of all time. For the past 12 years, he has served as Madonna's creative director, having most recently directed her 2008 Sticky & Sweet world tour, as well as her 2006 record-breaking Confessions world tour and hit music video, Sorry. He most recently directed Rihanna's Last Girl On Earth world tour, Celine Dion’s Taking Chances world tour, The Return of the Spice Girls reunion tour, Britney Spears' Circus tour and Avril Lavigne’s Best Damn tour. He previously directed and choreographed world tours for Madonna (Re-Invention and Drowned World); Asian superstar Rain (Rain’s Coming); Ricky Martin (Black & White and La Vida Loca); Pink (Try This); Christina Aguilera (Back to Basics and Stripped); and his first collaboration with Britney Spears (Oops! I Did It Again). He has worked with an array of superstars including Mariah Carey, Shakira, George Michael, Elton John, Diana Ross, Jennifer Lopez and even Ellen DeGeneres. This is Jamie’s first show with Cirque du Soleil.

Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour will call on the diverse talents of the following creative minds: (see last page for creators’ bios)
Guy Laliberté – Creative Guide
Jamie King – Writer and Director
Chantal Tremblay – Director of Creation
Mark Fisher – Set Designer
Zaldy Goco – Costume Designer
Kevin Antunes – Musical Designer
Martin Labrecque – Lighting Designer
Olivier Goulet – Projection Designer
François Desjardins – Sound Designer
Scott Osgood – Rigging and Acrobatic Equipment Designer
Germain Guillemot – Acrobatic Performance Designer
Michael Curry – Props Designer

Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour will begin in Montreal in October 2011 and travel to select North American cities including Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Houston, Seattle, Toronto and Vancouver. Additional cities and dates will be announced.

For three days only, Cirque Club members and MichaelJackson.com subscribers will have exclusive access to purchase presale tickets online beginning Wednesday, November 3 at 10am Eastern Daylight Time.

Cirque Club membership is free and benefits include access to advance tickets, special offers and exclusive behind the scenes information. To join, go to www.cirqueclub.com.
Starting Saturday, November 6 at 12pm local time, tickets will go on sale to the public for the cities and dates listed below.

For complete tour and ticket information, visit
www.cirquedusoleil.com or www.MichaelJackson.com
The tour schedule is subject to change.

2011 TOUR SCHEDULE
October 2-3 Montreal, QC - Bell Centre
October 7 Ottawa, ON - Scotiabank Place
October 12 Hamilton, ON - Copps Coliseum
October 15 Detroit, MI - Joe Louis Arena
October 18 London, ON - John Labatt Centre
October 21 Toronto, ON - Air Canada Centre
October 26 Winnipeg, MB - MTS Centre
October 29 Saskatoon, SK - Credit Union Centre
November 1 Edmonton, AB - Rexall Place
November 4 Vancouver, BC - Rogers Arena
November 9 Seattle, WA - KeyArena
November 18 Portland, OR - Rose Garden
November 29 Salt Lake City, UT - EnergySolutions Arena
December 3-11 Las Vegas, NV - Mandalay Bay Events Center

2012 TOUR SCHEDULE
January 6 Denver, CO - Pepsi Center
January 10 Sacramento, CA - ARCO Arena
January 13 San Jose, CA - HP Pavillion at San Jose
January 18 Oakland, CA - Oracle Arena
January 21 San Diego, CA - Valley View Casino Center
January 24 Anaheim, CA - Honda Center
January 27 Los Angeles, CA - STAPLES Center
February 10 Houston, TX - Toyota Center
March 2 Miami, FL - AmericanAirlines Arena
March 24 Quebec City, QC - Colisée Pepsi
April 3 New York, NY - Madison Square Garden
April 10 Philadelphia, PA - Wells Fargo Center
June 29 Atlanta, GA - Philips Arena

In April 2010, The Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil announced an unprecedented arrangement for the creation, development, production and promotion of Michael Jackson projects, featuring touring and permanent shows, based on the music and songs of Michael Jackson. The two entities will each own 50 percent of each Michael Jackson project, sharing equally in the cost of creating, developing, building and producing the projects and in the profits from each project. The Estate of Michael Jackson will also receive royalty payments on various aspects of its intellectual property used in the Michael Jackson projects.


CREATORS BIOS

Jamie King – Writer and Director
Jamie King is the leading concert director in the world of pop music today. In 2006, Variety named King one of the most influential “movers and shakers” in the music industry, branding him the “Jerry Bruckheimer of ten-pole concert tours". A multiple Emmy Award ® and MTV Video Music Award ® nominee, and greatly influenced by his early years working for both Prince and Michael Jackson, he has choreographed some of the most popular music videos and directed some of the highest grossing concert tours of all time. For the past twelve years, he has served as Madonna's creative director, having most recently directed her 2008 Sticky & Sweet world tour, as well as her 2006 record-breaking Confessions world tour and hit music video, Sorry. He most recently directed Rihanna's Last Girl On Earth world tour, Céline Dion’s Taking Chances world tour, The Return of the Spice Girls reunion tour, Britney Spears' Circus tour and Avril Lavigne’s Best Damn tour. He previously directed and choreographed world tours for Madonna (Re-Invention and Drowned World); Asian superstar Rain (Rain’s Coming); Ricky Martin (Black & White and La Vida Loca); Pink (Try This); Christina Aguilera (Back to Basics and Stripped); and his first collaboration with Britney Spears (Oops I Did It Again). He has worked with an array of superstars including Mariah Carey, Shakira, George Michael, Elton John, Diana Ross, Jennifer Lopez and even Ellen DeGeneres. This is Jamie’s first show with Cirque du Soleil.

Chantal Tremblay – Director of Creation
At the end of the 1980s, while living in New York pursuing a career in dance, Chantal Tremblay decides to join Cirque du Soleil after having seen one the company’s shows. Chantal started out as a dancer on a Cirque project and then became choreographer Debra Brown’s assistant on the creation of Mystère. Chantal has worked on many Cirque projects including the shows Alegría, La Nouba and Mystère for which she once was the Artistic Director. Later on her solid credentials helped her land the position of Director of Creation on both The Beatles LOVE and OVO.

Mark Fisher – Set Designer
British architect Mark Fisher’s interest in building temporary structures and inflatables caught the attention of Roger Waters and led to his first rock ’n’ roll commission for Pink Floyd’s Animals tour in 1977. Mark has since earned an international reputation for his spectacular concert designs. His best-known work includes The Wall and Division Bell for Pink Floyd, Steel Wheels, Bridges to Babylon and Bigger Bang for the Rolling Stones, as well as Popmart for U2. Most recently Mark was Chief Designer for the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics and U2’s 2009-2010 360° tour. This will be Mark Fisher’s third collaboration with Cirque du Soleil following KÀ and Viva ELVIS.


 
Zaldy Goco – Costume Designer
Zaldy is one of New York’s most celebrated and innovative designers. Since 2001 he has created custom looks for entertainment icons such as Michael Jackson, Gwen Stefani, Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, Mary J Blige, Will I. Am, Rufus Wainwright, Scissor Sisters, Alicia Keys, Britney Spears, Halle Berry, Parker Posey, Gabourey Sidebe, and Mick Jagger among others. In 2009 Zaldy was named head designer for Michael Jackson’s This Is It concert series as well as Lady Gaga’s first North American Monster Ball Tour. He was the man behind Gwen Stefani’s label L.A.M.B. collaborating with Stefani for nearly four years while maintaining his namesake label. This is his first collaboration with Cirque du Soleil.

Kevin Antunes – Musical Designer
Kevin Antunes is a musical designer, musical director, keyboardist and digital audio programmer. His most recent tour was working directly for Madonna on her record breaking Sticky & Sweet world tour. Kevin produced the stereo and surround sound audio mix for the live stadium concert from Argentina released on DVD in 2010. Kevin has also worked with Justin Timberlake for the past 12 years starting with *NSYNC, which then transitioned into Justin's solo career. The stereo and surround sound audio of Justin’s HBO Live Concert Broadcast of his FutureSex/LoveSounds (which was released on DVD) was also mixed by Kevin. Throughout his career Kevin has performed with Janet Jackson, Timbaland, Britney Spears, Aerosmith, Mary J Blige, Alicia Keys, Taylor Swift, Snoop Dogg, Christina Aguilera, Lady Antebellum, P Diddy, Pharrell Williams, Enrique Iglesias, Backstreet Boys, Marky Mark & the Funky Bunch, and the New Kids on the Block, among others. Kevin has performed on many major television events and music award shows including The Grammy Awards, The Academy Awards, two different Super Bowl Halftime Performances, HBO & Showtime Original Live Concerts, Hope for Haiti Now benefit concert, Canadian SARS benefit concert, Amnesty International, Rock-n-Rio, MTV Awards, The Brit Awards, The Tonight Show, Late Night with David Letterman, and Saturday Night Live. Kevin is working with Cirque du Soleil for the first time.

Martin Labrecque – Lighting Designer
Martin Labrecque’s professional credits include more than a hundred theatrical productions, as well as circus shows. Martin contributed to the critical success of several Quebec shows. He has won many Quebec awards for his lighting design in addition to several nominations. Martin Labrecque created the lighting for two critically acclaimed circus shows produced by Cirque Éloize, Rain and Nomade, as well as Cirque du Soleil shows Corteo, KOOZA and Viva ELVIS. In 2009, Martin designed the lighting for an eleven-hour show by Canadian author, director and actor Wajdi Mouawad, which was presented in the courtyard of the Palais des Papes in Avignon, France. He also worked on the show Paradis Perdu, directed by Dominic Champagne and presented in Montreal.

Olivier Goulet – Projection and Video Content Designer
Active in the field of video design since 2001, Quebec producer, stage and video content designer Olivier Goulet specializes in video stage design. Since 2007, he has designed and produced video content for many productions and artists including Maria Carey, Alicia Keys, Joe Cocker, Michael Bublé, Tina Turner, Pink, the shows of Cher and Bette Midler at Ceasar’s Palace in Las Vegas, as well as the production Paradis Perdu in Montreal. Olivier is the President of the Montreal-based video stage design company Geodezik, which collaborated with Cirque du Soleil on the shows DELIRIUM and ZAIA. Other Quebec (Gilles Maheu, O Vertigo Danse) and American (Linkin Park and The Killers, Justin Timberlake) artists turned to Geodezik to enhance their show through video imagery.

François Desjardins – Sound Designer
For nearly 25 years, François Desjardins has devoted himself entirely to enhancing sound environments in the music world. As a sound designer, he creates soundscapes that are tailored to each artist’s expectations. Since 1992, François has toured with Céline Dion on all her live shows, He has also worked with several Canadian and foreign artists including Garou, Roch Voisine, Tragically Hip, Tom Cochrane and Pavarotti. As a crew chief, he has installed, maintained and operated the most sophisticated sound systems available in the industry. François also participated in a large number of events as Head Sound Technician of Solotech (Montreal) and Chief Technical Advisor of Solotech (United States). He was sound designer during the World Youth Day in Toronto in 2002 (Papal visit) and for the re-staging of Cirque du Soleil’s Saltimbanco.

Scott Osgood – Rigging and Acrobatic Equipment Designer
Scott started his career as an acrobat as part of the Sailor Circus program in Sarasota, California. His disciplines included ladder, teeterboard, clowning and juggling. Scott picked up his knowledge of acrobatic equipment and rigging design from veterans in the business. He worked in the worlds of theatre and rock music, where his rigging expertise was in demand. At the same time, he continued to work around the world as a performer, appearing with many circus companies including the Ringling Brothers, and Barnum and Bailey. He also worked as an acrobat in theme parks including Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Scott’s first assignment with Cirque du Soleil came when the Cirque show La Nouba was being created in 1997. He worked on the rigging design for that production. ZED was Scott Osgood’s first mandate with Cirque du Soleil as Rigging and Acrobatic Equipment Designer.

Germain Guillemot – Acrobatic Performance Designer
A graduate from Centre national des arts du cirque in Châlon, France, Germain Guillemot started his career with the French troupe Cirque Archaos and toured with the company for two years. With other circus fellows he created the French circus company Les Arts Sauts where he worked both as a creator and performer for 15 years. Germain joined Cirque du Soleil in 2007 as a coach for the flying trapeze act on ZED and then became Acrobatic Training Manager for Viva ELVIS. This is Germain Guillemot’s first collaboration with Cirque du Soleil as Acrobatic Performance Designer.

Michael Curry – Props Designer
Puppet Designer Michael Curry works widely in both conceptual and technical development with the foremost entertainment companies such as the Metropolitan Opera, London's Royal National Theatre, Disney Theatrical Productions, LA Opera, and Universal Pictures. Michael has been the recipient of many prestigious awards from his peers, including several awards for his puppet and costume work on Broadway, Olympic ceremonies as well as his continuing innovations in the fields of visual effects and puppetry design. He has collaborated with Julie Taymor on many stage and opera productions. Among his numerous awards, he received the 1998 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Puppet Design in recognition of his work for Taymor on The Lion King. Michael’s other credits include an opera directed by Robert Lepage at the Paris Opera, an opera at La Scala, Milan, directed by William Friedkin, and the Broadway production of Spider Man with music by Bono and Edge, directed by Julie Taymor. After KÀ and Wintuk, Michael Curry collaborates with Cirque du Soleil for the third time.

[SunsetDriver]

http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/michael-jackson-tour/default.aspx

http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/cirque-club/news/2010/news20101103.aspx

http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/michael-jackson-tour/creators.aspx

[ivy]

TMZ just posted the full poster

http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/7186/immortalf.jpg

[damien shields]

So effing excited!

[Pentum]

I SWEAR, omg, I WILL SEE THIS! I'll travel to Las Vegas, I don't care!

[Memefan]

I just bought my tickets for October 2nd

[Reeta]

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[mj_obsession]

http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/%7E/media/shows/michael-jackson-tour/images/content/storyboard/scene_2.jpg

http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/%7E/media/shows/michael-jackson-tour/images/content/storyboard/scene_3.jpg

http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/%7E/media/shows/michael-jackson-tour/images/content/storyboard/scene_4.jpg

:clapping::clapping::clapping::clapping::clapping: :clapping::clapping:

[StacyJ]

http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/%7E/media/shows/michael-jackson-tour/images/content/storyboard/scene_2.jpg

http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/%7E/media/shows/michael-jackson-tour/images/content/storyboard/scene_3.jpg

http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/%7E/media/shows/michael-jackson-tour/images/content/storyboard/scene_4.jpg

:clapping::clapping::clapping::clapping::clapping: :clapping::clapping:

I am so upset right about now.. Mike should be here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Tom]

Wow. If it comes to London (:angel:) I'll SO be there.

Makes me think the new album will be called Immortal, too.

[loveforever]

:wild: WOW, so amazing!

[bowen9999]

I just bought my tickets for October 2nd
How much are they?

[JMie]

I am crying my eyes out... Seeing this is overwhelming... It feels like the proper tribute we've been waiting for. I am sure this tour will be amazing.

How I wish Michael was here...

[Tom]

http://bit.ly/9BzlFF

[Derek1984]

I got my tickets for opening night!!!!

[JMie]

The Giving Tree... oh my..

[Derek1984]

I paid $125 USD each. Not the best, but decent seats.

[Memefan]

How much are they?


125$....in the red.

Floor seats are gone.

Booooo

This will be EPIC!!!

[Buszmen]

I dunno why is this called "World Tour"? Is this means that USA and Canada are the whole world? I have no chance to see it.

[Derek1984]

I could have gotten VIP for the opening night but 2 tickets would have put me back $588. I just don't have that much dollar! I got the red seats for opening night. $125 USD each.

[DJ Spins the sounds]

For tickets:

http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/michael-jackson-tour/default.aspx

[rockstar]

i just got email from MichaelJackson.com about this

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[JMie]

I dunno why is this called "World Tour"? Is this means that USA and Canada are the whole world? I have no chance to see it.


It will move to Europe and the rest of the world after North America.

[MJMarty]

So excited!

[ivy]

writer and director Jamie King talks about the creative process

http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/michael-jackson-tour/creators.aspx?splash=http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/michael-jackson-tour/creators/creator-videos/jamie-talk.aspx

[smooth_criminal05]

Looks incredible, I can go to either the Toronto or Hamilton show. Both are a 1 hour drive which isn't bad at all! Sooo damn excited for this

[Derek1984]

I have a 3 hour drive from where I am at in NY. I'll probably spend the weekend in Montreal, I haven't been there in years. Should be a great time.

[0o0jackie0o0]

THE GIVING TREEEEEEEEEE. so impressed already. thats the most beautiful concept ever. i can't believe they've gone that deep to go beyond mj's music and dance.
wow. this is really starting to feel like the celebration of mj we all want.
but no fair. please come to australia...i'm so jealous of u guys..in the nicest way possible

[Pentum]

It will move to Europe and the rest of the world after North America.
Which means after 2012?

[CherubimII]

I am so upset right about now.. Mike should be here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Don't you know inside you that Michael Jackson has never left us?
He's just in another dimension of time and space.
"The Legend Lives On!!!!!!!"

I plan to travel to Las Vegas, Nevada to see the show.
Just looked at the schedule. I may, also, be able to go
two more times when the show travels to L.A. and Atlanta. :woohoo:

Don't you get it folks?
Michael Jackson is going to be in the da#n building!!!! :swoon:


http://bit.ly/9BzlFF (http://bit.ly/9BzlFF)

[potpot]

^^ ME too VEGAS here i come!!!!

[Tom]

From Jackie Jackson on Twitter:

"Making another announcement in less than 3 hours... So stand by! You guys will be the FIRST to know right here on Twitter!"
http://twitter.com/#!/JackieJackson5

?

[Pentum]

Cool! Let's stay tuned :)

[love is magical]

Anybody got tickets successfully? It seems the the Cirque du Soleil website is down.

I was able to check the dates just 20 minutes ago. I was about to purchase tickets, but got interrupted by a co-worker before hitting the purchase button.

Now, tickets are not available on ticketmaster.com and the Cirque website is down for maintenance.

What's going on???

Edit: Nevermind. The website is working again. Just bought tickets for the New York show.

[bowen9999]

From Twitter,

@MJNEWSALERTS: Tickets range from $50 to $175 RT @nunupb: @MJNEWSALERTS do you have a guess on how much the tickets will be?


125$....in the red.

Floor seats are gone.

Booooo

This will be EPIC!!!

Thanks guys!

[Lucilla]

From Jackie Jackson on Twitter:

"Making another announcement in less than 3 hours... So stand by! You guys will be the FIRST to know right here on Twitter!"
http://twitter.com/#!/JackieJackson5

?

:wild:

[StacyJ]

is Jackie's twitter comments, MJ related?

[Black Orchid]

Is there any chance that they will also come to Europe? Wanna see this so bad...:(

[Lucilla]

Is there any chance that they will also come to Europe? Wanna see this so bad...:(

I believe they'll go, eventually :yes:

[Sdeidjs]

http://www.mjjcommunity.com/banners/image_Jam.png
You are his biggest fans. Cirque du Soleil wants to make sure that you know about the newest event that
can only exist because he made it so, and Cirque wants you to be the first to know the details.
Stay tuned to
www.MichaelJackson.com,
and stand by for an announcement on Nov 3. Watch now:


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HOW SWEET IT IS~~~

Peace, Happiness, L.O.V.E

God Bless

As Always

:rollingpeace::angel::rollingpeace:

[PoP]

Well, I can say this, it's been over a year since I promised to myself that I can never go to any concerts ever and never ever will get my first. Well...I'm recanting my statement and give this Immortal Tour a go for me, I can go for the Toronto show. This'll be my first concert to go to since my intentions for This Is It.

[jdigga1288]

MAN! It's coming to Houston, TX (where I live) in February!!

The only problem is that I was planning to be in San Antonio,TX that weekend. Now I have some major decisions to make. I'm pretty sure I'll end up going to the Cirque du Soleil show though! This is exciting!

[Lorraine]

MAN! It's coming to Houston, TX (where I live) in February!!

The only problem is that I was planning to be in San Antonio,TX that weekend. Now I have some major decisions to make. I'm pretty sure I'll end up going to the Cirque du Soleil show though! This is exciting!

Feb 2012 incase you thought it was next year :)


____

I am sure the show will be great.. I'll see it if it comes to the UK at some point... In a few years haha! I don't mind waiting though :)

[The One.]

Oh my oh my oh myyyyyyyyy when will these shows start??

I'd actually maybe have a chance to go to USA for this :bugeyed

[jdigga1288]

Feb 2012 incase you thought it was next year :)


____

I am sure the show will be great.. I'll see it if it comes to the UK at some point... In a few years haha! I don't mind waiting though :)


Lol yea. I just double-checked. Yep, I'll be there for sure now. Lol Thanks.

[respect77]

The Giving Tree? What a great idea! So far it sounds great!

[dupsy]

[QUOTE=The One.;3044363]Oh my oh my oh myyyyyyyyy when will these shows start??

I'd actually maybe have a chance to go to USA for this :bugeyed[/QUOTE

2011 TOUR SCHEDULE

October 2-3
Montreal, QC - Bell Centre

October 7
Ottawa, ON - Scotiabank Place

October 12
Hamilton, ON - Copps Coliseum

October 15
Detroit, MI - Joe Louis Arena

October 18
London, ON - John Labatt Centre

October 21
Toronto, ON - Air Canada Centre

October 26
Winnipeg, MB - MTS Centre

October 29
Saskatoon, SK - Credit Union Centre

November 1
Edmonton, AB - Rexall Place

November 4
Vancouver, BC - Rogers Arena

November 9
Seattle, WA - KeyArena

November 18
Portland, OR - Rose Garden

November 29
Salt Lake City, UT - EnergySolutions Arena

December 3-11
Las Vegas, NV - Mandalay Bay Events Center




2012 Tour Schedule

January 6
Denver, CO - Pepsi Center

January 10
Sacramento, CA - ARCO Arena

January 13
San Jose, CA - HP Pavillion at San Jose

January 18
Oakland, CA - Oracle Arena

January 21
San Diego, CA - Valley View Casino Center

January 24
Anaheim, CA - Honda Center

January 27
Los Angeles, CA - STAPLES Center

February 10
Houston, TX - Toyota Center

March 2
Miami, FL - AmericanAirlines Arena

March 24
Quebec City, QC - Colisee Pepsi

April 3
New York, NY - Madison Square Garden

April 10
Philadelphia, PA - Wells Fargo Center

June 29
Atlanta, GA - Philips Arena

[CherubimII]

Well, I can say this, it's been over a year since I promised to myself that I can never go to any concerts ever and never ever will get my first. Well...I'm recanting my statement and give this Immortal Tour a go for me, I can go for the Toronto show. This'll be my first concert to go to since my intentions for This Is It.
You think you are happy, now, just you wait until you hear
Michael's new music. Then you will join me on the floor. :rofl:

[earthlyme]

My only chance in going will be to NY April 3rd 2012!!(I'm 5 hours away from there)! If I wanna go b4 that, I need to book CA or Ontario!!! Mann This is going to be AMAZING!

Michael… are you smiling? :love: :wub:


L.o.v.e.
Romi

[Noewi]

Is there any chance that they will also come to Europe? Wanna see this so bad...:(

Me too. Happy Americans :(

[Laura.L.]

How exciting!!! Someone please send some patience my way, cuz it'll be a looong wait 'til they come to Finland (if they ever do). If they don't come here, I'll have to see the show somewhere else in Europe.

[mjmirror]

Just tried to access a page on the website and this came up:


Our website is temporarily unavailable
Due to exceptionally high traffic generated by the ticket sale for the show
Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour, our website is temporarily unavailable.

You can still buy tickets for our touring or permanent shows by using the links below.
You can also visit our online boutique.

The power of the legend that is Michael!

Can't wait for Cirque to do the world tour and come to the UK! Sounds like it will be such an epic production!

[CherubimII]

The Giving Tree? What a great idea! So far it sounds great!:cheers:
http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/~/media/shows/michael-jackson-tour/images/content/storyboard/scene_2.jpg (http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/~/media/shows/michael-jackson-tour/images/content/storyboard/scene_2.jpg)

[CherubimII]

Just tried to access a page on the website and this came up:



The power of the legend that is Michael!

Can't wait for Cirque to do the world tour and come to the UK! Sounds like it will be such an epic production!
LONG LIVE, MICHAEL JACKSON, THE KING OF POP!!!!! :agree:

[AllForLove]

:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

The USA tour ends in june 2012, then I suppose the Europe tour will begin in september 2012, two years to wait if they come first in Paris or London !! I just CAN'T WAIT !!!!! :woohoo: :woohoo:

[Hess]

Looks sooo great!!

I just wish it would come to Denmark.

Hopefully it will be released on DVD and Blu-Ray.

[StacyJ]

sounds like TII when the tickets sold out so rapidly

[Erikmjfan]

From Cirque du Soleil, a Michael Jackson-Themed Touring Show
By BEN SISARIO
1:05 p.m. | Updated

Cirque du Soleil and the estate of Michael Jackson announced plans on Wednesday for the first of two planned Jackson-themed shows, “The Immortal World Tour,” to open in Montreal next fall. Described in a statement as taking place “in a fantastical realm where we discover Michael’s inspirational Giving Tree — the wellspring of his creativity,” the show is to combine Jackson’s music and choreography with the signature acrobatics of Cirque du Soleil.

The director of the show is Jamie King, 38, a choreographer and stage director whose résumé includes recent tours by Britney Spears, Madonna, Avril Lavigne and Celine Dion, and who was a dancer in Jackson’s 1992 tour for his album “Dangerous.”

A tour of 27 cities will begin at the Bell Center in Montreal on Oct. 2, 2011, and run at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas from Dec. 3 to 11, before continuing on the road through June 2012. The show is to play at Madison Square Garden on April 3, 2012, and organizers say that more tour dates will be added. Tickets for all shows go on sale Saturday through cirquedusoleil.com and michaeljackson.com.

Mr. King spoke with Ben Sisario on Wednesday. These are excerpts from their conversation.

Q.The show is described as taking place in the realm of Michael Jackson’s “Giving Tree.” What does that mean?

A.Early on I was invited to go to Neverland, and in my research I talked to people who worked there while Michael was living there.

I decided, along with the estate and the family and Cirque, to make Neverland my environment for the show. Within Neverland Michael had all of these gigantic oak trees, and one in particular he called the Giving Tree. But it’s really just a metaphor for being inside Michael’s world, inside his mind.

Q.And what sorts of things do we discover inside his mind?

A.Everything Michael: Michael’s love of fairy tale, his love of magic and theatricality, his love of music, his love of animals, his love of showmanship. This is the place where he wrote many albums, many songs; he wrote poetry there. This was his peace, his serenity. The show is that world blown up bigger than life.

Q.You’re known for Britney Spears’s Circus tour, and other big concert tours with Madonna and Christina Aguilera. Can people expect this to be anything like a Britney Spears concert?

A.The only similarity is that we’re doing a rock ’n’ roll show. It’s a hybrid. It’s Cirque du Soleil meets Michael Jackson, the biggest pop-rock show of all time. So you get the theatricality and the spectacle and the esoteric environments that Cirque provides, along with this wonderful rock ’n’ roll world that Michael is really known for. He put on best rock ’n’ roll shows of all time.

Q.When you were approached by Cirque and the estate, what did they tell you they wanted for the show?


A.We collectively wanted same thing. From the beginning our intention was to make sure that the essence, the spirit, of Michael Jackson lived on in this show. What that means specifically is that his music is the soundtrack, and that his performance and choreography lives in the show. So everything you can think of that is Michael Jackson will be given to you in this show, with some surprises, of course.

http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/11/...show/?ref=music

[babykinsilk05]

Michael Jackson estate, Cirque du Soleil unveil plans for 'The Immortal World Tour'
November 3, 2010 | 11:34 am


So maybe "Michael Jackson's This Is It" wasn't quite it.

The Jackson estate and Cirque du Soleil announced plans Wednesday for a Jackson-themed touring production, "Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour," that is set to open in Montreal in October. The arena tour, which combines the performer's choreography and music with the Quebecois acrobatic troupe's signature dance and aerial moves, will travel to 27 cities across North America and reach Los Angeles' Staples Center and Anaheim's Honda Center in January.

The production's writer-director, Jamie King, served as Madonna's creative director for the last dozen years, overseeing her 2008 "Sticky & Sweet" world tour. More crucial to his new effort, however, King previously worked with the King of Pop, serving as a backup dancer for Jackson for two years on his 1992-93 "Dangerous" world tour.

According to King, "The Immortal World Tour" combines the kind of pop spectacle Jackson was known for with the esoteric, theatrical qualities associated with Cirque du Soleil productions such as "O," "KÀ" and "Zumanity."

"From the moonwalk to the iconic choreography we've seen in 'Thriller' and 'Beat It' and 'Bad' -- all his mini-movies and music videos -- mix that with the world of Cirque," King said in an interview with The Times. "You shake it and can literally turn it on its head. Imagine taking the moonwalk to new levels, to new heights. Being able to do the moonwalk literally as if you're on the moon, all the way around the arena."

Unlike such Las Vegas-based Cirque du Soleil productions as "Love" (a joint venture between the troupe and the Beatles’ Apple Corps that re-imagines the Fab Four's music within circus-based artistry) and "Viva Elvis" (a Cirque show developed in conjunction with Elvis Presley Enterprises that launched this year), the initial idea with "Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour" was to "bring Michael to the fans" and create the feeling of his concerts in an arena setting, said John Branca, co-executor of the Jackson estate.

"Cirque has not done a show with Elvis or the Beatles or any other historic rock 'n' roll icon that has gone into arenas and toured North America or the world, so it was exciting to be able to do something that had not been done before," Branca said. "Ultimately, there will be a separate show residing permanently in Las Vegas. That show is a couple of years off."

-- Chris Lee

Photo: A scene from the film "Michael Jackson's This Is It." Associated Press / AEG / Sony Pictures

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/music_blog/2010/11/cirque-du-soleil-unveils-plans-for-michael-jackson-the-immortal-world-tour.html

[PCR]

Anyone attending the firts show? I want to goooooo!!!!!

[Calotte12]

I got my tickets for Quebec city 2012!!! :D

[MySerenity5]

Holy Mackarel... O_0

The teaser gave me goosebumps... Indeed, he will live on.

[Derek1984]

Anyone attending the firts show? I want to goooooo!!!!!


I'll be at the first show. :)

[PCR]

I'll be at the first show. :)
I have to gooooo... I think.... agggg... it's just the air ticket is so ultra expensive.... but then.... OMG!! what should I do??? :doh:

[marc_vivien]

Los Angeles, California (CNN) -- Michael Jackson's music and dance combined with Cirque du Soleil's magic promises to be a "beautiful hybrid," the writer-director of "Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour" said Wednesday.
"You can imagine those two worlds together," Jamie King said. "The show is huge."
Ticket sales started Wednesday for the first leg of the North American tour, which opens October 2 in Montreal, Canada.
Fans will hear Jackson music they've never heard before, unreleased songs recorded by the pop star in the years before his sudden death last year, King said.
"Expect surprises," King said. The show will "provide secrets and give things that people haven't necessarily heard or seen before."
"Michael was a great writer of poetry," he said, suggesting that Jackson's poems will be an element in the Cirque production.
But fans will also get "Michael Jackson as they knew Michael Jackson," King said.
"That means from his performance aspect, his energy that he gave on stage, and that will be reflected in not only the set and the costumes but in the lighting and the musicality of the show," he said. "The iconic choreography is extremely important. The Moonwalk, the 'Smooth Criminal' dance, 'Thriller,' 'Beat It.' "
King, who has directed many of the biggest world concert tours over the past decade, worked early in his career with Jackson on his 1992 "Dangerous" tour.
He's also gotten help from Jackie Jackson. Michael's oldest brother, who has also helped prepare an upcoming CD of unreleased songs, met with King to share insight about the pop star.
Designing a Michael Jackson Cirque du Soleil production has "been a very natural process," King said.
"It makes so much sense for these two worlds to come together, because Michael was so into magic and fairy tale and everything that really Cirque is all about," he said. "He loved that innocence and childlike kind of creativity which Cirque provides."
The circus company, legendary for its creative and acrobatic performances, first talked to Jackson six years ago about the possibility of a Jackson-themed show, Cirque's president said when the agreement with his estate was announced in April. The estate and Cirque du Soleil are equal partners.
The show's tour visits nine Canadian and five U.S. cities in the last three months of 2011. Stops in 13 North American cities have been announced in the first half of 2012.
The MGM Mirage has signed on to host the Las Vegas, Nevada, residency starting in 2012. The hotel also will open a nightclub based on the Jackson show, the hotel said.


http://edition.cnn.com/2010/SHOWBIZ/celebrity.news.gossip/11/03/michael.jackson.cirque/

[Sophielo]

Would love to get tickets but cant afford to go to the US. Will have to wait until it comes to the UK. Hope everyone gets their tickets though!

[papillon]

I got my tickets (2) for Montréal city (3 oct. 2011)
I'm very happy.

[LoveMJackson]

Wow exciting news! but I will probably see it only in 2012! (I hope so)

[JMie]

I don't know what to do. Whether to buy a ticket for an american show, or wait for Europe. Or buy a ticket for an american show AND wait for Europe. lol I am afraid the tour will be sold out very soon. What should I do, what should I do.... I don't want to go alone.

[PCR]

I don't know what to do. Whether to buy a ticket for an american show, or wait for Europe. Or buy a ticket for an american show AND wait for Europe. lol I am afraid the tour will be sold out very soon. What should I do, what should I do.... I don't want to go alone.

So am I!!!
Maybe we should go the Montreal together!!
:D

---
EDIT:... and then I have a third idea: booking for the LA show. You know... LA... Neverland... etc.... but I don't know...

[MJJLaugh]

I hope the show will also come to Amsterdam eventually, cos that ticket plus airfare to the US is just too expensive for me. The teaser made me cry happy and sad tears. Happy because the show will be spectular and I just can't wait to see it.
Now I'll have to wait a lonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnngggggggggggggggg time. I wish patience was one of my virtues!

[Miss_Dangerous]

Wow!! It looks amazing! I'll have to wait til this comes to the UK though, I really hope it does! :D

[Indra]

We know it will come to Europe right? I read something about that on Jackie Jackson's twitter.... I think.

This just seems soooo great!

[The One.]

Thanks for posting the tour dates dupsy!


I don't know what to do. Whether to buy a ticket for an american show, or wait for Europe. Or buy a ticket for an american show AND wait for Europe. lol I am afraid the tour will be sold out very soon. What should I do, what should I do.... I don't want to go alone.
Me either! I don't know if I can wait that long that they come to Europe (and it'd be so cool to go to USA anyway), but then again, I'm not sure if I can get myself a travel partner! Or that I'm even able to go there next year.. aaaaggggghhh!

[PCR]

We know it will come to Europe right? I read something about that on Jackie Jackson's twitter.... I think.

This just seems soooo great!

Good "reading" you, Indra :)
Yes, this must be coming to Europe.
I don't know what to do, because here or there, the ticket is very much the same price but the problem is the air ticket for me is a little fortune. Agggg... but then... I have time to save the money. In fact, 13 months... or 11, depending on where I choose to go.... aaaahhhh :scratch:

[PCR]

We know it will come to Europe right? I read something about that on Jackie Jackson's twitter.... I think.

This just seems soooo great!

lol, we are all in the same boat

[PCR]

ok, I think I will choose LA
the venue is Staples Center.... I don't know what to say....
:mello:

[cppounders]

I'm going to try and go to the Houston show... only four hours away.

[ivy]

We know it will come to Europe right? I read something about that on Jackie Jackson's twitter.... I think.

This just seems soooo great!

It will. This the an answer from Cirque's official twitter


It'll come to Europe and Asia in the next couple of years!

I'm assuming Europe and Asia could expect to see the tour in 2012 or later.


------------------------------------

Interview with the director is posted at youtube as well

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[JMie]

ok, I think I will choose LA
the venue is Staples Center.... I don't know what to say....
:mello:


let's go to LA! check PM

[Applehead Ale]

Omg will they ever come to south america or ill have to go to the us

[MsCassieMollie]

I have to wait till 2010 to see the show in NY. If I have money I'll probably travel to a show out of state.

[PCR]

Omg will they ever come to south america or ill have to go to the us

¡Seguro que nos visitan en Sudámerica!
Someday... you know... they always come to us at least once a year, and I read some where that Mexico, Brasil and Argentina were in their agenda. Not Chile :( But I guess they should go to Chile... I mean... I hope so!!!!

but certainly not before 2012... or 2013.... so there will be plenty of time to feed our piggy banks...
http://thehautelist.files.wordpress.com/2008/11/piggy-bank.jpg

[PCR]

let's go to LA! check PM


check yours, check yours!!!!!

:wild:

[mjbunny]

Uhhh! Gonna try to find a way to get back home to catch this next November in my hometown! :yes:

[Dangerous Incorporated]

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[Xscape2040]

Just bought tickets for Montreal, 2nd show. A long way from Switzerland to Montreal ...but i don't care :wild::hysterical::dancin::clap:

[Gold Pants Girl]

I have tickets for Toronto & London, and will probably get Hamilton too.

[Hess]

I soo Hope they will come to Denmark some day.

It looks so great!

[Reeta]

I'll wait until the show comes to Europe. I hope they will stop by in Finland, but if they don't I'll travel to UK to see it.


We know it will come to Europe right? I read something about that on Jackie Jackson's twitter.... I think.

This just seems soooo great!

Cirque du Soleil’s chief Daniel Lamarre: "The first arena show will globally tour in North America for two years and then as it leaves to go onto Europe and the rest of the world."

[love is magical]

I plan to visit Europe for quite a while. May be I can go to Europe in late 2012 or early 2013 to catch another show... Get to take the dates of the Immortal Tour in consideration when planning my vacation. Trip to Vegas in 2014 to see the permanent show.

I'm excited... :jump::clap:

[ilmjj]

I just got tickets. I live in chicago but i will go to detroit!!!! I hope it will come to Chicago! I am so looking forward to this!!:clapping::wub:Michael!!!

[PCR]

I plan to visit Europe for quite a while. May be I can go to Europe in late 2012 or early 2013 to catch another show... Get to take the dates of the Immortal Tour in consideration when planning my vacation. Trip to Vegas in 2014 to see the permanent show.

I'm excited... :jump::clap:

Great!!!!
NOw we have to plan our lives around this date.
Isn't it funny?

BTW... I have my ticket!!! And so does a good friend of mine ;)

LA, here we come!!!!

[JMie]

PCR and I are going to LA!!! YES! I am sooooo excited!!! :clap::clap::clap:

[love is magical]

Great!!!!
NOw we have to plan our lives around this date.
Isn't it funny?

BTW... I have my ticket!!! And so does a good friend of mine ;)

LA, here we come!!!!

Good for you! I'm glad you find a travel companion. It's wonderful to enjoy the show with a friend. :better:

I wish my travel buddy will go see the show with me when we go to Europe.

Just want to say a big thank you to Michael. Michael, you enriched my life before, you enrich my life now, you keep on enriching my life in the future! :wub:

[Ashtanga]

Very cool. :)


Well, I'll only watch if they come to my country. If they do not, ok.... I'm not so excited. :( Michael is not here....


:cry: *big sigh*

[bluetopez]

Oh wow it's coming to Philly in April 2012! :O THANKS GOD! :D I'll have to wait a year! But, I don't care! This is so exciting! :,( *Happy Tears*

[rockstar]

i just saw it on my t.v the commercial of it i can't wait :jump: i never smile so happy like this for weeks cause i'm not feeling well :yes:

[PCR]

PCR and I are going to LA!!! YES! I am sooooo excited!!! :clap::clap::clap:

YES WE ARE!!!! This is wild and crazy, but it feel sooo good and well... it's also a bit sad. You know what I mean, but I want to focus on the bright side of this.
We'll meet there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:clapping: :dancin::cheers:


Good for you! I'm glad you find a travel companion. It's wonderful to enjoy the show with a friend. :better: I wish my travel buddy will go see the show with me when we go to Europe.
Sure you'll have!!
Some of us live quite close, remember that ;)


Just want to say a big thank you to Michael. Michael, you enriched my life before, you enrich my life now, you keep on enriching my life in the future! :wub:

This.

I totally agree.

Even when he is not here with us, he's got gifts and emotions and love to share with us. What an amazing gift Michael Jackson IS for all of us (and yes, also for the producers and so on, but again, I rather focus on the bright side tonight :agree:).

[darkmed]

$1000000 that the footage used will be from the 100 hours we still haven't seen from this is it i can feel it !!! its gonna be huge :tease:

[Lainy]

Wow :wild: I would love to go but... :cry:

[Hess]

PCR and I are going to LA!!! YES! I am sooooo excited!!! :clap::clap::clap:

Congrats. I wish I could go. But I'll have to wait for the European tour.


$1000000 that the footage used will be from the 100 hours we still haven't seen from this is it i can feel it !!! its gonna be huge :tease:

Maybe they will, but I just hope the footage is released on DVD and Blu-Ray.

[Vici]

I'll wait until the show comes to Europe. I hope they will stop by in Finland, but if they don't I'll travel to UK to see it.



Cirque du Soleil’s chief Daniel Lamarre: "The first arena show will globally tour in North America for two years and then as it leaves to go onto Europe and the rest of the world."

Holy crap.. lol.. does this mean they will come over to Europe in 2014?!! Thats too loooooong!!!!!!!! Im also looking into possibilites to get my butt over to either Canada or USA in 2011 to catch the show. Just that the airfare is expensive and I dont know where Ill be in the years to come, impossible for me to go if I land a new job and stuff.. damn.. but at the same time, i cant wait til 2014 for this show.. LOL. Ive sent out several e-mails to friends already to see if anyone wanna join me :) Dont know what to do either..

[Tyga]

Why did they used a different pic on the ad? I wanna go but the show isn't until 2012. I don't wanna order my tickets this early. I'm happy for my city it's close to my birthday and Michael's transition date.

[Vici]

Fans will hear Jackson music they've never heard before, unreleased songs recorded by the pop star in the years before his sudden death last year, King said.
"Expect surprises," King said. The show will "provide secrets and give things that people haven't necessarily heard or seen before."

http://edition.cnn.com/2010/SHOWBIZ/celebrity.news.gossip/11/03/michael.jackson.cirque/

Interesting!!!

[Memefan]

PCR and I are going to LA!!! YES! I am sooooo excited!!! :clap::clap::clap:

Aaawwww....you guys should have picked Montreal for the opening night.

But I am happy you will get to see the show before it goes to Europe

Yayyyyyyy!!!

My whole family is going....we got all 9 tickets. Ha ha ha

[souldreamer7]

I want to see this sooo Bad! I would have to drive up/over to New York to see it.. or Pa. Jeeze I've gotta see this!

I wonder when we'll see a new video clip of the actual show..I guess when they've done a few shows. Because Elvis & The Beatles have 'real' trailers. Can't wait to see them & The Real Thing!!

:wub:

[Applehead Ale]

do you think tickets are gonna sold out soon or i have time?

[max000]

Have tickets for April 3, 2012. World's most Famous arena Madison sq Garden.

[sfboys]

I paid $250 for a VIP seat, second row center isle. Not something I would normally do, but I love Cirque and I imagine this will make me cry.

[Paulatm]

Wow ..... this is simply amazing.
I saw the Alegria show, and I became fascinated by Cirque du Soleil.
I'm sure that Michael Jackson The Immortal Tour, will be wonderful. With all the information we have about the show makes me get excited to see the final result.
I just hope to come to my country, or will I have to go to the U.S. or Canada to see.

[Hess]

I paid $250 for a VIP seat, second row center isle. Not something I would normally do, but I love Cirque and I imagine this will make me cry.

It sure is a lot of money - but I bet you it'll be worth every penny.

The show looks like it's going to be perfect. Something Michael himself would have liked to do. Magical, escapism, wonderment, magic, pyros, lots of special effects. EVERYTHING!

[Arklove]

I'm SO pumped for this!! November 1, 2011, in Edmonton!! :punk:

[8701girl]

Hope any of u that are going will have a wonderful time

[Petrarose]

Guys I just bought my ticket for Las Vegas on December 3, 2011. I could not wait till it came to New York in 2012. The prices are high though. I paid $279.75 for a ticket. I expect it would be a great show and I cannot wait. It is good to have something Michael related to look forward to in 2011. Is anyone else going to the Las Vegas show?

[Eric]

I hope they announce more North American dates. From the looks of the website, it seems that more date are coming. I'm hoping for a show near Washington DC.

[Eric]

Guys I just bought my ticket for Las Vegas on December 3, 2011. I could not wait till it came to New York in 2012. The prices are high though. I paid $279.75 for a ticket. I expect it would be a great show and I cannot wait. It is good to have something Michael related to look forward to in 2011. Is anyone else going to the Las Vegas show?
WOW! Was that the cheapest ticket???

[PCR]

Aaawwww....you guys should have picked Montreal for the opening night.

But I am happy you will get to see the show before it goes to Europe

Yayyyyyyy!!!

My whole family is going....we got all 9 tickets. Ha ha ha

yeah, I know. I really wanted those too, but then... you know, I've never been to LA and I just can afford one air ticket and there's more than just Cirque in LA when it comes to MJ and his life... well... I don't want to fall into the drama here, but... I guess you might get my point. So bittersweet :no:

[PCR]

WOW! Was that the cheapest ticket???

Not, that's a VIP super expensive ticket
there are cheaper ticket, no worries ;)

[max000]

I salute MJ'S estate for all these fun projects, that excites the fan base and vex his detractors.

[Memefan]

I salute MJ'S estate for all these fun projects, that excites the fan base and vex his detractors.


Post of the day.
:clapping::clapping::clapping:

[Petrarose]

WOW! Was that the cheapest ticket???

I do not think so Eric. I wanted a seat close to the stage, so I got seat 7 on the floor. It is a VIP seat.

[Moonwalker.Fan]

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[Arklove]

The tickets at the Rexall Place in Edmonton, Alberta range from $59 to $262 (VIP)....I think I will get general tickets which are $187, floor seating, row 23....Not bad at all...

[0o0jackie0o0]

i'm sitting in my university library and i could cry right now. PLEASE COME TO AUSTRALIA.
r there any aussies on here? what r u guys doing. should we go to the asian one? or wil they come here....
btw i love the jamie king dude. everything he said is beautiful. he gets mj and i couldn't have asked for more....

[PCR]

i'm sitting in my university library and i could cry right now. PLEASE COME TO AUSTRALIA.
r there any aussies on here? what r u guys doing. should we go to the asian one? or wil they come here....
btw i love the jamie king dude. everything he said is beautiful. he gets mj and i couldn't have asked for more....

Oh, dear, no!
Don't cry :hug:
You can be sure one day or the other they will go to Australia. Every big show goes to Australia!! So don't worry. It'll be a long, long wait for most of us, but eventually it will come near. In the meantime, save some money ;)
Don't be sad. I am confident you will get to see them.

----

EDIT: That video of MJ and Cirque was ok... and then.... OMG!!!!!!!!!! :bugeyed:bugeyed:bugeyed:bugeyed I jumped on my chair!!!! The woman in the tub... :bugeyed:bugeyed:bugeyed:bugeyed

[Gold Pants Girl]

For the people outside of North America, I'd save my money and wait until the permanent show in Vegas, it's going to me more high tech. Those tickets won't be on sale for awhile.

[8701girl]

i'm sitting in my university library and i could cry right now. PLEASE COME TO AUSTRALIA.
r there any aussies on here? what r u guys doing. should we go to the asian one? or wil they come here....
btw i love the jamie king dude. everything he said is beautiful. he gets mj and i couldn't have asked for more....


:hug: :hug: I know how u feel , i want it to come to australia too :(

[Memefan]

Cirque Du Soleil to 'Immortal'-ize Michael Jackson's Neverland in new tour
By Ryan Pearson (CP) – 25 minutes ago
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Cirque du Soleil is taking Neverland Ranch on the road.
The first of the acrobatic troupe's two planned Michael Jackson shows will be set in a stylized version of the singer's famed Southern California home, according to Jamie King, writer and director of what Cirque is billing as "Michael Jackson, THE IMMORTAL World Tour."
"It is really about a central character or characters who get transported into this world of Neverland where they learn everything there is to know about Michael," said King, who has directed concert tours for Madonna, Rihanna and Celine Dion.
The tour will kick off in Montreal next October and hit 30 cities including Ottawa, Hamilton, London, Ont., Toronto, Winnipeg, Saskatoon, Edmonton and Vancouver. Tickets will range from a base $50 to $250 for VIP seats.
John Branca, co-executor of Jackson's estate, said that depending on fan response, it could be extended beyond its planned end in the summer of 2012 and travel outside of North America.
Excerpts from Jackson's music videos and extended scenes from last year's "This Is It" documentary will be part of the 90-minute show, but no performer will represent Jackson specifically.
"Michael Jackson is throughout the entire show, but in no way am I going to use a stand-in," King said, adding that songs would include hits from "Thriller" to "Smooth Criminal," as well as new remixes like those made for Cirque's Beatles show, "Love."
"Immortal" will also feature as-yet-unreleased songs that Jackson had finished before his death last year, including some from an album that the singer's estate hopes will go on sale by Christmas, Branca said.
Concept art for the set prominently features a massive tree, which represents a favourite oak that sat outside Jackson's Neverland bedroom, King said. The singer nicknamed it the Giving Tree and had a perch built atop it where he wrote music and sometimes slept.
"It made sense that that would be the perfect environment for us to create this world of magic, fairy tale," King said. "Because Neverland for Michael Jackson was his kind of his peace and his serenity. ... So after going to Neverland and really experiencing and feeling the beauty and the energy that was there, I had no choice but to create an environment that reflected that."
King said he would begin auditions for about 60 dancers next week. Producers are hoping to hire dancers and musicians for the live band who have worked with Jackson, Branca said.
Jackson admired the Canadian troupe's work and had attended Cirque shows in Los Angeles and Las Vegas. "He was always captivated and a fan of what Cirque does," Branca said.
Cirque and the estate are also collaborating on a separate permanent production in Las Vegas in 2012 at a property owned by MGM Mirage Inc. They will each own 50 per cent of both projects and share equally in the cost of putting on the productions.
Cirque said "Immortal" would be its most expensive touring show ever, with a budget of $57 million. A select number of tickets are being sold to fan clubs of Michael Jackson and Cirque Du Soleil starting Wednesday.
The rest go on sale Saturday.
___
Online:
http://www.cirquedusoleil.com
http://www.MichaelJackson.com
Copyright © 2010 The Canadian Press. All rights reserved.

http://www.google.com/hostednews/canadianpress/article/ALeqM5iMvTjk2KbkbCFJhwYlLqaJAopEEA?docId=5022278

[Arklove]

I just wanna know....What exactly are VIP tickets? Besides good seating...What other perks?

[Annie123]

I just wanna know....What exactly are VIP tickets? Besides good seating...What other perks?

If you click on the question mark beside the VIP ticket you get this in a little dialogue box:

Cirque Club Presale VIP Package

The VIP package includes a premium ticket in the first 15 rows on the floor, a souvenir lanyard, a souvenir program and an exclusive gift.

[PCR]

Deleted, answer already given.

BTW... there are no more VIPs for Montreal. Just "Regular", which are still great :yet: (those of $175).

[LLCz]

Should I order now or wait to see if more dates are announced?

[Arklove]

If you click on the question mark beside the VIP ticket you get this in a little dialoque box:

ahhh...yes...ok...So it's basically a guarantee into the first 15 rows then? :scratch:

[Annie123]

ahhh...yes...ok...So it's basically a guarantee into the first 15 rows then? :scratch:
Yes, pretty much. Unless there's a really good gift, which is highly unlikely.

[CherubimII]

Did you all read this!!!!:woohoo::rofl:


"Immortal" will also feature as-yet-unreleased songs that Jackson had finished before his death last year, including some from an album that the singer's estate hopes will go on sale by Christmas, Branca said.

:swoon: :8-25-03stretcher:

[PCR]

ahhh...yes...ok...So it's basically a guarantee into the first 15 rows then? :scratch:
We went for the regular tickets, using "Best available" and got row 7 :)
but that will be in LA, Staples Center (yes... talk about the ironies of life....bittersweet)

[Applehead Ale]

im thinin about LA tickets... i should buy them as soon as i can cause i guess they are goin to sold out, right???

[PCR]

im thinin about LA tickets... i should buy them as soon as i can cause i guess they are goin to sold out, right???

well... you never know.
but there's only one show in LA.
I just checked for one VIP using "best available" and I got one in row 10.
Not bad. But if you don't care much about the gifts (you can get always memorabilia outside the shows, always), try also the regulars ;)

[Applehead Ale]

thank you i think im gonna get the VIP... I'll have to find an extra job!!

[smooth_criminal05]

MJ's estate has handled the business affairs brilliantly. They have literally turned his image in a 180 degree direction (to the general public). This Cirque show will cement Jackson's legacy and will pick up where This Is It left off. With each project like this, the public will remember Jackson more as a genius musician rather than for his personal life.

If you take a step back and look at what has unfolded over the past 18 months, you will see what I'm talking about. The haters are forced to be silent, why? Because they just don't have the support they once had. Also, they see MJ's success in every direction. One week he's named the richest entertainer of the year, earning hundreds of millions of dollars, the next week Cirque Du Soleil (a highly respected concert company) announces it's creating a whole traveling tour centered around MJ's music. Next week they hear about the new album, and of course all the success that will follow all these projects. It just proves to the world (the non-fans) just how BIG Michael Jackson is. He's turning into an even more powerful brand, and even though many pundits predicted MJ could never shake his scandals, he is doing just the opposite...becoming bigger then any star in global history.

Something really opened my eyes. While I was in Florida last week, a TV special was on that ranked the Top 20 Worst Celebrity Plastic Surgeries. I remember seeing this same show 3 years ago (when MJ was alive) and it was brutally mean to him. So many insults, stabs about the allegations, talking about his disturbed life, etc... This time, it literally was a 180 turn. All the people didn't care anymore, the hosts of the show said "I can't really say anything as he has had so much success it doesn't feel right to comment on his surgeries", the comments were actually positive and they didn't diss MJ at all. In fact, everyone was going on how much they like him, calling him the King Of Pop, and a genius, legend, etc. It was just unreal to see how much everything has changed. I kinda had to smile, as I had always prayed for something like this. It just makes me sad that it had to happen this way...

[Thetruthbetold]

omg about to past out

[Hess]

MJ's estate has handled the business affairs brilliantly. They have literally turned his image in a 180 degree direction (to the general public). This Cirque show will cement Jackson's legacy and will pick up where This Is It left off. With each project like this, the public will remember Jackson more as a genius musician rather than for his personal life.

If you take a step back and look at what has unfolded over the past 18 months, you will see what I'm talking about. The haters are forced to be silent, why? Because they just don't have the support they once had. Also, they see MJ's success in every direction. One week he's named the richest entertainer of the year, earning hundreds of millions of dollars, the next week Cirque Du Soleil (a highly respected concert company) announces it's creating a whole traveling tour centered around MJ's music. Next week they hear about the new album, and of course all the success that will follow all these projects. It just proves to the world (the non-fans) just how BIG Michael Jackson is. He's turning into an even more powerful brand, and even though many pundits predicted MJ could never shake his scandals, he is doing just the opposite...becoming bigger then any star in global history.

True. MJ is getting bigger by the minute.

[Naturelle]

http://www.mjjcommunity.com/banners/image_Jam.png
You are his biggest fans. Cirque du Soleil wants to make sure that you know about the newest event that
can only exist because he made it so, and Cirque wants you to be the first to know the details.
Stay tuned to
www.MichaelJackson.com,
and stand by for an announcement on Nov 3. Watch now:


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OMG:wild::wild::wild: Looks like Vegas is closest to me. A whole year away. oh well, :timer: I will put the plans into motion.

Ty :)

[SandyFromHouston]

O.K , if your a fan club member an Email should have been sent to you today for advance ticket sales. The site tells you dates and places of the shows. I am so excite----I got 2 V.I.P tickets today for the Houston Show Feb. 10th, 2012!!!!

[Petrarose]

Cirque Du Soleil to 'Immortal'-ize Michael Jackson's Neverland in new tour
By Ryan Pearson (CP) – 25 minutes ago
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Cirque du Soleil is taking Neverland Ranch on the road.
The first of the acrobatic troupe's two planned Michael Jackson shows will be set in a stylized version of the singer's famed Southern California home, according to Jamie King, writer and director of what Cirque is billing as "Michael Jackson, THE IMMORTAL World Tour."
"It is really about a central character or characters who get transported into this world of Neverland where they learn everything there is to know about Michael," said King, who has directed concert tours for Madonna, Rihanna and Celine Dion.
The tour will kick off in Montreal next October and hit 30 cities including Ottawa, Hamilton, London, Ont., Toronto, Winnipeg, Saskatoon, Edmonton and Vancouver. Tickets will range from a base $50 to $250 for VIP seats.
John Branca, co-executor of Jackson's estate, said that depending on fan response, it could be extended beyond its planned end in the summer of 2012 and travel outside of North America.
Excerpts from Jackson's music videos and extended scenes from last year's "This Is It" documentary will be part of the 90-minute show, but no performer will represent Jackson specifically.
"Michael Jackson is throughout the entire show, but in no way am I going to use a stand-in," King said, adding that songs would include hits from "Thriller" to "Smooth Criminal," as well as new remixes like those made for Cirque's Beatles show, "Love."
"Immortal" will also feature as-yet-unreleased songs that Jackson had finished before his death last year, including some from an album that the singer's estate hopes will go on sale by Christmas, Branca said.
Concept art for the set prominently features a massive tree, which represents a favourite oak that sat outside Jackson's Neverland bedroom, King said. The singer nicknamed it the Giving Tree and had a perch built atop it where he wrote music and sometimes slept.
"It made sense that that would be the perfect environment for us to create this world of magic, fairy tale," King said. "Because Neverland for Michael Jackson was his kind of his peace and his serenity. ... So after going to Neverland and really experiencing and feeling the beauty and the energy that was there, I had no choice but to create an environment that reflected that."
King said he would begin auditions for about 60 dancers next week. Producers are hoping to hire dancers and musicians for the live band who have worked with Jackson, Branca said.
Jackson admired the Canadian troupe's work and had attended Cirque shows in Los Angeles and Las Vegas. "He was always captivated and a fan of what Cirque does," Branca said.
Cirque and the estate are also collaborating on a separate permanent production in Las Vegas in 2012 at a property owned by MGM Mirage Inc. They will each own 50 per cent of both projects and share equally in the cost of putting on the productions.
Cirque said "Immortal" would be its most expensive touring show ever, with a budget of $57 million. A select number of tickets are being sold to fan clubs of Michael Jackson and Cirque Du Soleil starting Wednesday.
The rest go on sale Saturday.
___
Online:
http://www.cirquedusoleil.com
http://www.MichaelJackson.com
Copyright © 2010 The Canadian Press. All rights reserved.

http://www.google.com/hostednews/canadianpress/article/ALeqM5iMvTjk2KbkbCFJhwYlLqaJAopEEA?docId=5022278

OHhhhhh, I love the way he captures the real meaning of Neverland. It was meant to be and is a beautiful place.

[love is magical]

Anyone going to the show in New York on April 3, 2010?

I bought tickets on the floor section. Section C, Row 3 for $200 each :punk:

[PrincessMichaela]

OHHHH NO! I have absolutely no money right now and I'm so afraid they're going to sell out! I won't have money for another month probably. I HAVE TO SEE THIS! :( :( :(

[JMie]

I am in awe about what Cirque du Soleil is doing with this tour. Even if I had any doubts about going to America as soon as I read about them featuring the GIVING TREE I decided I need a ticket. Because this is a true TRIBUTE. The one we've been waiting for. Only someone who genuinely cares and pays attention to detail and want to give Michael what he truly deserves would think about centring the show around Neverland. I have no words. This is beyond amazing. I applaud Cirque and the Estate who are quietly doing their JOB and how brilliantly they are doing it! Michael was so right when he chose John Branca. I can only imagine what the two of them could do together if Michael was here. I was watching that ET clip on the previous page thinking what if it was a Cirque show WITH Michael on stage as well. It would have been fantastic... Sadly, it can't happen... But this show is doing Michael and his magic justice. I can't wait to see it! I was kind of nervous amidst all the talks about Michael in 3D etc, but I am not nervous anymore. I know they will do the right thing!

[mjjmsc]

i would love to see this show..i hope they will come to Europe too:-)

[Sophielo]

MJ's estate has handled the business affairs brilliantly. They have literally turned his image in a 180 degree direction (to the general public). This Cirque show will cement Jackson's legacy and will pick up where This Is It left off. With each project like this, the public will remember Jackson more as a genius musician rather than for his personal life.

If you take a step back and look at what has unfolded over the past 18 months, you will see what I'm talking about. The haters are forced to be silent, why? Because they just don't have the support they once had. Also, they see MJ's success in every direction. One week he's named the richest entertainer of the year, earning hundreds of millions of dollars, the next week Cirque Du Soleil (a highly respected concert company) announces it's creating a whole traveling tour centered around MJ's music. Next week they hear about the new album, and of course all the success that will follow all these projects. It just proves to the world (the non-fans) just how BIG Michael Jackson is. He's turning into an even more powerful brand, and even though many pundits predicted MJ could never shake his scandals, he is doing just the opposite...becoming bigger then any star in global history.

Something really opened my eyes. While I was in Florida last week, a TV special was on that ranked the Top 20 Worst Celebrity Plastic Surgeries. I remember seeing this same show 3 years ago (when MJ was alive) and it was brutally mean to him. So many insults, stabs about the allegations, talking about his disturbed life, etc... This time, it literally was a 180 turn. All the people didn't care anymore, the hosts of the show said "I can't really say anything as he has had so much success it doesn't feel right to comment on his surgeries", the comments were actually positive and they didn't diss MJ at all. In fact, everyone was going on how much they like him, calling him the King Of Pop, and a genius, legend, etc. It was just unreal to see how much everything has changed. I kinda had to smile, as I had always prayed for something like this. It just makes me sad that it had to happen this way...

Definitely true. I remember years ago when being an MJ fan who were seen as some kind of abnormal freak. We had to watch documentaries that had him featured constantly making fun of him, the jibes, the riducule etc. People said that he would never be able to shake the allegations and that would be his legacy not his music. However as we have seen his music is his legacy and people actually regard him as the greatest entertainer to have ever lived. People seem him for his awe inspiring talent, not the scandals. Does it anger me that this should have been done whilst Michael wa alive, yes very much so, but as they say you never know what you have until its gone. Michael's legacy his dance and his music. Quite simply, he is the King.

[jdigga1288]

I can't wait for this. I'm getting with all my old childhood friends who are MJ fans and we're going to go. I told them the prices and they were like "WHO CARES?!! This is once in a lifetime! We have to go!"

So it looks like I'll be there in Houston on February 10, 2012! There are still good seats left!

CAN'T WAIT... Only a little over a year away. :)

[0o0jackie0o0]

I am in awe about what Cirque du Soleil is doing with this tour. Even if I had any doubts about going to America as soon as I read about them featuring the GIVING TREE I decided I need a ticket. Because this is a true TRIBUTE. The one we've been waiting for. Only someone who genuinely cares and pays attention to detail and want to give Michael what he truly deserves would think about centring the show around Neverland. I have no words. This is beyond amazing. I applaud Cirque and the Estate who are quietly doing their JOB and how brilliantly they are doing it! Michael was so right when he chose John Branca. I can only imagine what the two of them could do together if Michael was here. I was watching that ET clip on the previous page thinking what if it was a Cirque show WITH Michael on stage as well. It would have been fantastic... Sadly, it can't happen... But this show is doing Michael and his magic justice. I can't wait to see it! I was kind of nervous amidst all the talks about Michael in 3D etc, but I am not nervous anymore. I know they will do the right thing!

EXACTLY MY THOUGHTS. i wish i could tell them how greatful we are that such a big reputation in entertainment can acknowledge MJ for MORE than just song and dance. to recognize his spirit in a way that will impress upon everybody....

[0o0jackie0o0]

awww thanks PCR and 8701girl. i feel comforted. lol.
keep the faith hey???
:)

[michaelsson]

December 3rd and 11 2011 baby! Floor seats front row 5 and 6. ill be theeeeeeeeereand hopefully opening night if i win the contest lol

[bano7]

Definitely true. I remember years ago when being an MJ fan who were seen as some kind of abnormal freak. We had to watch documentaries that had him featured constantly making fun of him, the jibes, the riducule etc. People said that he would never be able to shake the allegations and that would be his legacy not his music. However as we have seen his music is his legacy and people actually regard him as the greatest entertainer to have ever lived. People seem him for his awe inspiring talent, not the scandals. Does it anger me that this should have been done whilst Michael wa alive, yes very much so, but as they say you never know what you have until its gone. Michael's legacy his dance and his music. Quite simply, he is the King.

very much agree

[JMie]

EXACTLY MY THOUGHTS. i wish i could tell them how greatful we are that such a big reputation in entertainment can acknowledge MJ for MORE than just song and dance. to recognize his spirit in a way that will impress upon everybody....


I wonder if they have a guestbook or something on their website. I'd like to thank them.

[Silouette]

Thanks Gaz and everyone.

I'm happy but also have some mixed feelings about this.
But I must say....I'm glad the show is coming to my area next year.
This slot will also give me time to come to terms with it all.

Just watched a TV advert about the show and now I'm waiting
for a news spot about IMMORTAL coming up in minutes.


:cry:
soz

[elusive moonwalker]

yeah just saw a clip about this on the news. love the idea of the giving tree. but this is so dam hard. hurts so much. dont know how to feel and when i saw the clip on the news it put a knot in my stomach.

[Vici]

Have everyone got an e-mail from michaeljackson.com about the pre-sale?

Im a member of michaeljackson.com and subscribe from them but I havnt recieved any information about a pre-sale? How come?

Didnt it say that members/subcribers of his official site will get access to the pre-sale?

[Erikmjfan]

By John Katsilometes · November 4, 2010 · 12:11 AM

http://www.lasvegassun.com/blogs/kats-report/2010/nov/04/victory-dangerous-cirque-king-jackson-devotee/

Cirque du Soleil

Jamie King is the director and writer of Cirque du Soleil and Michael Jackson's Immortal.
An Immortal commercial
Cirque du Soleil and Michael Jackson

Cirque du Soleil

Cirque du Soleil and Michael Jackson's Immortal.
The title itself is something otherworldly: Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour. It’s jarring, in a way, as Jackson was inevitably and tragically mortal.

But the title of this Cirque du Soleil production show is not a reference to Jackson’s human mortality. It is a title evoking his music, his peerless art of dance and his legacy of childlike spirit and passion. This production is, literally, Neverland brought to the stage, a place where performers gleefully dance and play music as homage to the late King of Pop.

“This is about the energy of Michael and his spirit of his life’s light,” says “Immortal” writer and director Jamie King, who himself is aglow with a creative resume that includes a dozen years as Madonna’s creative director, steering both the Sticky & Sweet and Confessions tours.

As the comprehensive news release announcing the show notes, King has choreographed, directed or otherwise creatively partnered with Rihanna, Celine Dion, Britney Spears, Avril Lavigne, Ricky Martin, Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, Shakira, George Michael, Sir Elton John, Diana Ross, Jennifer Lopez and Ellen DeGeneres.

King was even a dancer on Jackson’s 1992-’93 Dangerous Tour.

Thus, in the care of King, Cirque and The Estate of Michael Jackson, the popular music legend is truly “immortal,” and his fanciful musical biography is bound for Las Vegas next year. First reported two weeks ago by my colleague Robin Leach on the Las Vegas Sun, Las Vegas Weekly and Vegas DeLuxe Web sites, the show’s Las Vegas schedule was released officially on Wednesday. The tour stops at Mandalay Bay Events Center from Dec. 3-11, 2011. Tickets go on sale at noon Saturday at MandalayBay.com and Ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-3000. Tickets are priced at $50, $80, $125, $175 and $250. (Members of the Michael Jackson Fan Club can purchase tickets now at MichaelJackson.com.)

The site is relevant in the long-term future of the Cirque-Jackson production. Mandalay Bay Theatre would be the logical venue to stage the production when it stops touring in 2012, as it has been announced that the show will be featured in an MGM Resorts hotel. “Disney’s The Lion King” leaves Mandalay Bay Theatre at the end of 2011, giving Cirque sufficient time to load the Jackson show into that space.

In discussing the arena show, the 38-year-old King exudes the excitement of a child. He was, in fact, a 12-year-old kid when he saw the Jacksons live during the Victory Tour, catching the show at Chicago’s Comiskey Park (King was raised in Wisconsin).

“I remember only that I was there, but I was a big fan. … There has not been one person who hasn’t been touched or inspired by Michael Jackson, his music or his showmanship,” King says. “For this show, you should expect the merging of the pop-rock spectacle from the ultimate showman, with pyro, live musicians and singers, fused with all that is Cirque. You’ll see a great live performance and the ‘wow’ factor of both those worlds.”

The stage will depict Neverland, a favorite Jackson “Peter Pan” reference point that, we all well remember, was the name of his estate and theme park. “The set will literally develop before your eyes, and you will see Neverland with Michael’s imagery on video.”

Don’t expect a sole Michael Jackson tribute artist to depict the show’s central figure, which would seem a needless effect considering all the technical wizardry and performance artistry the show promises. The show’s story centers on a Giving Tree, described as “the wellspring of (Jackson’s) creativity.”

Through this tree, you take what sounds for all the world like an “Alice in Wonderland,” through-the-looking-glass traipse through Jackson’s life story, filled with his hits dating to his days with the Jackson 5. There will be splashy, archival video, too, similar to the types of video panels used in the never-realized “This is It” stage show being rehearsed for 02 Arena in London at the time of Jackson’s death.

Musically, as in “Love” and “Viva Elvis,” the production team has full access to all of Jackson’s recorded material, even outtakes and unreleased songs. There will be mash-ups, manipulated tempos, live instrumentation among the 60-member cast, with Jackson’s disembodied, recorded voice singing and telling the entire story.

“This is not a cover show, or a lookalike show, but it’s definitely representing the spirit of Michael,” King says. “It’s a loose storyline, with the central characters transported into a portal that is Neverland, where they learn about his love of magic, music, unity, of one love and bringing people together.”

King halted when asked for his favorite Jackson album, citing “Dangerous” for its sentimental value (stemming from his performances on the world tour), and, not surprisingly, “Thriller.”

In a foreboding twist of fate, King was working on a show at 02 Arena when he heard Jackson had died. He’d just finished a rehearsal for Madonna’s Sticky & Sweet appearances there when word reached him in London.

“I was in my hotel room after being in rehearsal that day, and I spent most of the night up, trying to figure out how to react to Michael’s passing,” King says.

In the spring of this year, the young director was asked to be, well, the new King of pop.

“In the end, we will all feel inspired by his light and force,” King says, once more summoning the ethereal. “We will all take home a piece of Michael.”

[dupsy]

Definitely true. I remember years ago when being an MJ fan who were seen as some kind of abnormal freak. We had to watch documentaries that had him featured constantly making fun of him, the jibes, the riducule etc. People said that he would never be able to shake the allegations and that would be his legacy not his music. However as we have seen his music is his legacy and people actually regard him as the greatest entertainer to have ever lived. People seem him for his awe inspiring talent, not the scandals. Does it anger me that this should have been done whilst Michael wa alive, yes very much so, but as they say you never know what you have until its gone. Michael's legacy his dance and his music. Quite simply, he is the King.


I am so elated about michael's posthumous success.It's silencing the haters and confounds the critics.I can remember vividly in the week that MJ died all those branding experts saying his image was tarnished and he would never have the kind of legacy elvis and lennon have.Am sure they all have eggs on their faces now,they underestimated michaels appeal because of all the negative trash they threw at him,they didnt know that people just dont like/love mj because he was an entertainer,a lot of his fans love him because he has always been in our lives and to us he is a family member,that is why he has the most dedicated fans in the world and the haters would never understand this.

I would do my part in ensuring his legacy endures by supporting all the estate approved projects.I hope this cirque show would be their most succesful show, I want him to shame the haters.

[Mini MJJ]

Will the Immortal WORLD tour only tour in the US????????

[LoveMJackson]

I guess if you don't live in the US or Canada you will have to wait long long time till you see the show. =\

[StacyJ]

I am so elated about michael's posthumous success.It's silencing the haters and confounds the critics.I can remember vividly in the week that MJ died all those branding experts saying his image was tarnished and he would never have the kind of legacy elvis and lennon have.Am sure they all have eggs on their faces now,they underestimated michaels appeal because of all the negative trash they threw at him,they didnt know that people just dont like/love mj because he was an entertainer,a lot of his fans love him because he has always been in our lives and to us he is a family member,that is why he has the most dedicated fans in the world and the haters would never understand this.

I would do my part in ensuring his legacy endures by supporting all the estate approved projects.I hope this cirque show would be their most succesful show, I want him to shame the haters.

that is so true... I bet a lot of them are stunned.. They all said there is no way his posthumonous would be as successful as Elvis's etc and that no one will be intersted. Mike has just made more money than all the entertainers dead and alive this year alone.. How long did it take Elvis to generate 1 billion dollars? Mike has surpassed that in over a year and a half. I love MJ and always will

[PoP]

Bad news, my mom told that she and my dad are broke, she told that I may never go for the AnimeNorth in May and when I told her about the tour, later she told me "Immortal Tour" or "AnimeNorth", that tored me up, she is officially pissed me off, because of this, I'm now getting very miserable, she'll regret telling me something I don't wanna hear, it's like she wants me miserable. I'm now in hell already.

[The One.]

Did you all read this!!!!:woohoo::rofl:
:swoon: :8-25-03stretcher:

:bugeyed :wild:


I'm praying that I'd be able to go to USA or Canada next year!

[Arklove]

....I told my boyfriend about this...talking about it so excitedly, and I said...we HAVE to go....why aren't you excited about this???? and he was like...'well, I'd be a lot more excited if it was actually Michael....'....:cry: It was so hard to hear that, because in all my excitement, I didn't stop to think about that...Sorry to bring that up, but I just needed to get it out...

[Applehead Ale]

the only chance to buy them from another coutry is pickin up the tickets while there??? please answer

[Arklove]

Will the Immortal WORLD tour only tour in the US????????

.....no....Canada too...