CIRQUE DU SOLEIL RETURNS TO AUSTRALIA WITH ONE OF ITS MOST BELOVED PRODUCTIONS CORTEO
PREMIERE IN PERTH IN AUGUST 2025
Perth from August 8 to 10, 2025 at Perth Arena
Melbourne from August 22 to 24, 2025 at John Cain Arena
Sydney from September 4 to 7, 2025 at Qudos Bank Arena
Brisbane from September 18 to 21, 2025 at Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Adelaide from October 2 to 5, 2025 at Adelaide Entertainment Centre
Corteo, one of the most beloved productions from Cirque du Soleil is heading to Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide, and is set to charm Australian audiences for the very first time. This exceptional show, directed by Daniele Finzi Pasca (who also directed LUZIA), first premiered in Montreal under the Big Top in April 2005 and features a double-sided stage where audiences face each other. Since its creation, Corteo show has amazed over 12 million spectators, in 30 countries, on 4 continents. Corteo will be presented in Australia from August 7 to October 5, 2025.
Corteo, which means cortege in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a clown. The show brings together the passion of the actor, with the grace and power of the acrobat, to plunge the audience into a theatrical world of fun, comedy and spontaneity, situated in a mysterious space between heaven and earth.
The clown pictures his own funeral taking place in a carnival atmosphere, watched over by quietly caring angels. Juxtaposing the large with the small, the ridiculous with the tragic and the magic of perfection with the charm of imperfection, the show highlights the strength and fragility of the clown, as well as his wisdom and kindness, to illustrate the portion of humanity that is within each of us. The music turns lyrical and playful carrying Corteo through a timeless celebration in which illusion teases reality.
In a Cirque du Soleil first, the stage is central in the arena and divides the venue, with each half of the audience facing the other half, giving a unique perspective not only of the show, but also a performer’s eye view of the audience. The set curtains, inspired by the Eiffel Tower, and the central curtains, which were hand painted, give a grandiose feel to the stage. This sets the tone for the poetry of Corteo.
Mike Newquist, Chief Revenue Officer of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group said “Corteo was the first Cirque du Soleil show created by Daniele Finzi Pasca, the same Director who brought us LUZIA. Corteo is a real celebration of life that blends comedy and never-seen-before acrobatics into a unique staging arrangement. Australians who fell in love with the breathtaking artistry and storytelling of LUZIA will be equally captivated by Corteo.”
Geoff Jones, TEG Group Chief Executive Officer said, “It is no secret that Australians love Cirque du Soleil. We are thrilled to continue our long-standing relationship with this incredible organisation. It is a privilege to work with such a talented group of people who embrace boundless creativity. We know Aussie fans will be blown away by Corteo. This show is everything that you love about Cirque du Soleil and so much more. We look forward to bringing Corteo to Australia and know it will create long lasting memories for those who are lucky enough to see it.”
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets for Corteo in Australia are available online exclusively to Club Cirque members starting Tue 18 Feb, 11am.
Telstra Presale > Wed 19 Feb, 11am – Fri 21 Feb, 11am
NRMA Presale > Fri 21 Feb, 12pm – Mon 24 Feb, 11am
Promoter Presale> Fri 21 Feb, 12pm – Mon 24 Feb, 11am
MyTicketek Presale > Fri 21 Feb, 1pm – Mon 24 Feb, 11am
On Sale To Public > Mon 24 Feb, 12pm at cirquedusoleil.com/corteo
For free subscription, visit clubcirque.com.
Performance Schedule
Perth from August 8 to 10, 2025 at Perth Arena
Melbourne from August 22 to 24, 2025 at John Cain Arena
Sydney from September 4 to 7, 2025 at Qudos Bank Arena
Brisbane from September 18 to 21, 2025 at Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Adelaide from October 2 to 5, 2025 at Adelaide Entertainment Centre
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About the Author
Andrew Bistak When he's not trying to save the world, Andrew enjoys travel (although loathes turbulence), going to the movies, reading and being a dad to his two dogs (and now twins) with his wife.
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