Be prepared for Viva Elvis by Cirque Du Soleil! Elvis has always been a part of Las Vegas just as the neon lights, but with this show it is more about Elvis and his songs and the interpretation than an impressionist show. Cirque does put it's stamp on his life by the sheer largeness of the sets and the colorful costumes. There is the gospel aspect of Elvis's music which is touched on, and the Jailhouse Rocks number is a mastery of images and dancing and looks just like the movie set only larger! If you can enjoy the show and remember that this is about Elvis and his music and not Elvis singing on the stage you will understand it. At first I did expect an "Elvis" but this is much more.
Songs such as as "Are You Lonesome Tonight," "Blue Suede Shoes," and "Return to Sender," and the iconic "Viva Las Vegas" are performed with symmetry and grace and are very dance oriented. In the show is a number where his love of comic books is explored and all I can say is "BOUNCY," comic book costumed males jumping around on stage Cirque style...interesting.
However what I enjoyed the most was the footage of Elvis which is shown on a movie style screen which shows Elvis leaving for the army, Elvis backstage at the then International (now the Las Vegas Hilton) and so many more intimate images of him. Truly Elvis is part of Las Vegas and a part that will never be forgotten and Viva Elvis brings a new way of portraying his impact! By the way the Blue Carpet was amazing and the vast array of stars was intoxicating and had Aria awash in a glow of glamor! Priscilla Presley, Ryan Seacreat, Neil Patrick Harris, Justin Long, Regis and Joy Philbin, Jennie Garth and Peter Facinelli are just a few!
TICKET PRICES
Viva ELVIS ticket prices are $175, $150, $125 and $99.
Please consult the most current show schedule at www.cirquedusoleil.com/vivaelvis.
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