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{{Short description|Touring circus production}}
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{{Infobox stage production
{{Infobox stage production
| name = Ovo
| name = Ovo
| image = Ovo Logo (Cirque du Soleil).png
| image = Ovo Logo (Cirque du Soleil).png
| image_size = 250px
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| caption = Logo for Cirque du Soleil's ''Ovo''
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| company = [[Cirque du Soleil]]
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| type = Touring show
| type = Touring show
| premiere = April 23, 2009
| premiere = April 23, 2009
| finalshow =
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| creatortitle1 = Writer, director, and choreographer
| creatortitle1 = Writer, director, and choreographer
| creatorname1 = [[Deborah Colker]]
| creatorname1 = [[Deborah Colker]]
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| creatorname6 = Eric Champoux
| creatorname6 = Eric Champoux
| creatortitle7 = Artistic guides
| creatortitle7 = Artistic guides
| creatorname7 = [[Guy Laliberté]]<br/>Gilles Ste-Croix
| creatorname7 = [[Guy Laliberté]]<br />Gilles Ste-Croix
| creatortitle8 = Sound designer
| creatortitle8 = Sound designer
| creatorname8 = Jonathan Deans
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'''''Ovo''''' is a touring circus production by [[Cirque du Soleil]] that premiered in [[Montréal]], [[Canada]], in 2009. ''Ovo'''s creator and director, [[Deborah Colker]], took inspiration from the world of [[insect]]s. The idea for ''Ovo'' was not to be about the acts, nor dancing, nor insects, but about movement.<ref name="OSP">{{cite book |title=Ovo Souvenir Program |author= Cirque du Soleil |year= 2010 |id=upc: 4 00005 11037 5 |language= EN, FR }}</ref> The movement of life permeates the entire show with creatures flying, leaping, bounding, and crawling. Composer Berna Ceppas brought additional life to ''Ovo'' with a score inspired by the [[music of Brazil]]. ''Ovo'' means "egg" in [[Portuguese language|Portuguese]] and represents the underlying thread through the show. Graphically, inside the logo of ''Ovo'', is an insect. The two O's represent the eyes and the V forms the nose and antennas.<ref name="OPK">{{cite web|url=http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/~/media/press/PDF/ovo/OVO_PressKit.pdf|title=Ovo Press Kit|publisher=Cirque du Soleil (Press Kit)|accessdate=2011-03-03}}</ref>
'''''Ovo''''' is a touring circus production by [[Cirque du Soleil]] that premiered in [[Montréal]], Canada in 2009. ''Ovo''{{'}}s creator and director, [[Deborah Colker]], took inspiration from the world of insects. The idea for ''Ovo'' was not to be about the acts, nor dancing, nor insects, but about movement.<ref name="OSP">{{cite book |title=Ovo Souvenir Program |author= Cirque du Soleil |year= 2010 |id=upc: 4 00005 11037 5 |language= EN, FR }}</ref> The movement of life permeates the entire show, with creatures flying, leaping, bounding, and crawling. Composer Berna Ceppas brought additional life to ''Ovo'' with a score inspired by the [[music of Brazil]]. ''Ovo'' means "egg" in [[Portuguese language|Portuguese]] and represents the underlying thread of the show. Graphically, inside the logo of ''Ovo'', is an insect. The two O's represent the eyes and the V forms the nose and antennas.<ref name="OPK">{{cite web|url=http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/~/media/press/PDF/ovo/OVO_PressKit.pdf|title=Ovo Press Kit|publisher=Cirque du Soleil (Press Kit)|access-date=March 3, 2011}}</ref>


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==History==
During late April 2011, ''Ovo'' had to cancel performances in Ohio due to flooding at [[Coney Island, Cincinnati, Ohio|Coney Island]]. The [[Ohio River]] began flooding due to heavy rains over the period of a few days. The team had been running pumps, and adjusting parking as well as the show's layout, but finally did have to cancel multiple performances (April 22 - May 1, 2011).<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/press/news/2011/ovo-cincinnati-cancelled.aspx|title=Due to ongoing weather conditions|publisher=Cirque du Soleil|accessdate=2011-04-29|date=2011-04-27}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/ovo/tickets/cincinnati.aspx|title=Ovo in Cincinnati, OH|publisher=Cirque du Soleil|accessdate=2011-04-22}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wlwt.com/r/27659772/detail.html|title=Cirque du Soleil Cancels More Shows|publisher=WLWT-TV|date=2011-04-25|accessdate=2011-04-25}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fox19.com/story/14517191/cirque-du-soleil-cancels-performances-until-may-1st|title=Cirque du Soleil cancels performances until May 1|publisher=WXIX-FOX19|date=2011-04-26|accessdate=2011-04-26}}</ref>


==Set and technical information==
==Set and technical information==
The stage and set for ''Ovo'' were designed by Gringo Cardia and utilize irregular shapes throughout. The rear wall is {{convert|19|m}} wide by {{convert|8|m}} high and is only supported at the sides, thus allowing the trampolines for the final act to slide into place. During its arena tour, Ovo used the stage from the classic cirque show, [[Dralion]]. Inset in the wall are 24 "firefly eggs"; these are moulded fibreglass bulbs fitted with LED bulbs which can produce a full color spectrum of light. The "membranes" seen throughout the performance are quite large in scale, the largest being {{convert|24|m}} wide by {{convert|17|m}} high. The egg seen at the beginning of the show is inflated to the size of {{convert|8.5|m}} wide by {{convert|7|m}} high.<ref name="OSP"/>
The stage and set for ''Ovo'' were designed by Gringo Cardia and utilize irregular shapes throughout. The rear wall is {{convert|19|m}} wide by {{convert|8|m}} high and is only supported at the sides, thus allowing the trampolines for the final act to slide into place. During its arena tour, ''Ovo'' used the stage from the Cirque show ''[[Dralion]]''. Inset in the wall are 24 "firefly eggs". These are molded fibreglass bulbs fitted with LED bulbs that can produce a full color spectrum of light. The "membranes" seen throughout the performance are quite large in scale, the largest being {{convert|24|m}} wide by {{convert|17|m}} high. The egg seen at the beginning of the show is inflated to the size of {{convert|8.5|m}} wide by {{convert|7|m}} high.<ref name="OSP"/>


''Ovo'' has the largest flying act yet undertaken by Cirque du Soleil, as of 2010. To support the act there are 80 cables which have to be installed during the performance; this requires the assistance of upwards of 40 performers and technicians. The [[trapeze]] net itself is {{convert|3|m}} off the ground and spans {{convert|30|m}} in length and {{convert|15|m}} in width.<ref name="OSP"/>
''Ovo'' has the largest flying act yet undertaken by Cirque du Soleil, as of 2010. To support it, eighty cables have to be installed during the performance. This requires the assistance of upwards of forty performers and technicians. The [[trapeze]] net itself is {{convert|3|m}} off the ground and spans {{convert|30|m}} in length and {{convert|15|m}} in width.<ref name="OSP"/>


==Cast==
==Cast==
Many characters are seen throughout ''Ovo'', three of which are the main characters. The cast of ''Ovo'', as of its premiere, included 54 performing artists from 16 different countries.<ref name="OAC">{{cite web|url=http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/~/media/press/PDF/ovo/OVO_Acts_characters.pdf|title=Ovo: Acts and Characters|publisher=Cirque du Soleil (Press Kit)|accessdate=2011-02-04|format=PDF}}</ref>
The cast of ''Ovo'' consists of three principal characters and numerous others in supporting roles. At its premiere, the makeup of ''Ovo'' included 54 performing artists from sixteen different countries.<ref name="OAC">{{cite web|url=http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/~/media/press/PDF/ovo/OVO_Acts_characters.pdf|title=Ovo: Acts and Characters|publisher=Cirque du Soleil (Press Kit)|access-date=February 4, 2011}}</ref>
* '''Master Flipo''': The principal character, Master Flipo, keeps everything in this chaotic world in order.
* '''Master Flipo''': The principal character, he keeps everything in this chaotic world in order.
* '''Foreigner''': The Foreigner, another principal character, is a [[fly (insect)|fly]] from a far-away land who brings with him the mysterious ''ovo''.
* '''Foreigner''': The Foreigner, another principal character, is a [[fly (insect)|fly]] from a faraway land who brings with him the mysterious ''ovo''.
* '''[[Ladybug]]''': The Ladybug is the third principal who brings life and joy to the world of insects, and also ends up falling for the Foreigner.
* '''[[Ladybug]]''': Ladybug is the third principal, who brings life and joy to the world of insects and also ends up falling for the Foreigner.
* '''[[Dragonfly]]''': The dragonfly flits throughout the entire performance and performs the hand balancing act.
* '''[[Dragonfly]]''': The dragonfly flits throughout the entire performance and performs the hand-balancing act.
* '''[[Spider]]s''': Four spiders provide mystery and caution throughout the show. Their acts include [[contortion]] and [[slacklining|slackwire]].
* '''[[Spider]]s''': Four spiders provide mystery and caution throughout the show. Their acts include [[contortion]] and [[slacklining|slackwire]].
* '''[[Flea]]s''': Three spry fleas jump about with flashes of red and yellow as they perform acro-trio.
* '''[[Flea]]s''': Three spry fleas jump about with flashes of red and yellow as they perform acro-trio.
* '''[[Ant]]s''': The ants carry kiwi and corn with them on their journey as they perform [[equilibristics|foot juggling]].
* '''[[Ant]]s''': The ants carry kiwis and corn with them on their journey as they perform [[equilibristics|foot juggling]].
* '''[[Butterfly|Butterflies]]''': The duo butterflies fly through the air in a [[Spanish web]] (2009-2015)/ Aerial Straps (2016- '''Present''') duo.
* '''[[Butterfly|Butterflies]]''': The butterfly duo flies through the air in a [[Spanish web]] (2009–2015)/ aerial straps (2016–present).
* '''[[Firefly]]''': The firefly flits about performing with [[diabolo]]s.
* '''[[Firefly]]''': The firefly flits about, performing with [[diabolo]]s.
* '''[[Mosquito]]''': The mosquito adds character to the performance while also being part of the powertrack, [[trampolining|trampoline]], and wall act.
* '''[[Mosquito]]''': The mosquito adds character to the performance, while also being part of the powertrack, [[trampolining|trampoline]], and wall act.
* '''[[Scarabaeidae|Scarab]]s''': The strong scarabs fly through the air twisting and spinning in the [[flying trapeze]] (2009-2015)/ Aerial Cradle (2016-'''Present''') act.
* '''[[Scarabaeidae|Scarab]]s''': The strong scarabs fly through the air, twisting and spinning in the [[flying trapeze]] (2009–2015)/ aerial cradle (2016–present).
* '''[[Cricket (insect)|Crickets]]''': The 10 crickets jump and leap about in green streaks as they do air track, trampoline, and wall.
* '''[[Cricket (insect)|Crickets]]''': Ten crickets jump and leap about in green streaks as they do air track, trampoline, and wall.
* '''Creatura''': A mysterious Creatura brings life to the party with his dancing.
* '''Creatura''': A mysterious ''Creatura'' brings life to the party with his dancing.
* '''[[Cockroach]]es''': The 9 cockroaches are seen singing and playing music throughout the entire performance.
* '''[[Cockroach]]es''': Nine cockroaches are seen singing and playing music throughout the entire performance.


==Acts==
==Acts==
''Ovo'' has ten acrobatic-related acts, whereas the rest are dancing or supplemental to the storyline.<ref name="OAC"/>
''Ovo'' has ten acrobatic acts, whereas the rest are dancing or supplemental to the storyline.<ref name="OAC"/>
* Opening: The exciting and hectic world is portrayed by pounding samba music and bright lights, then a sudden calm, the bright lights change to warm natural light and the heavy samba is changed to a calming guitar song.
* Opening: The exciting and hectic world is portrayed by pounding samba music and bright lights, then a sudden calm—the bright lights change to warm natural light and the heavy samba is replaced by a calming guitar song.
* [[Foot-juggling|Foot juggling]] and Icarian games ''(Ants)'': A group of ants juggle kiwis, corn, eggplant slices as well as other ants, all on their feet.
* [[Foot-juggling]] and Icarian games ''(Ants)'': A group of ants juggle kiwis, corn, eggplant slices, as well as other ants, all on their feet.
* [[Handstand|Hand balancing]] ''(Dragonfly)'': A lone dragonfly balances precariously on a high, rotating block.
* [[Handstand|Hand balancing]] ''(Dragonfly)'': A lone dragonfly balances precariously on a high, rotating block.
* Tissue ''(Cocoon)'': Combining agility and grace this soon to be Butterfly performs a solo contortion on aerial silk showcasing her theatrical metamorphosis.
* Tissue ''(Cocoon)'': Combining agility and grace, this soon-to-be butterfly performs a solo contortion on aerial silks, showcasing her theatrical metamorphosis.
* [[Duo straps]] ''(Butterflies)'': Two butterflies swing soar across the stage, strung on straps from the ceiling.
* [[Duo straps]] ''(Butterflies)'': Two butterflies soar across the stage, strung on straps from the ceiling.
* [[Diabolo]]s ''(Firefly)'': A firefly manipulates and tosses multiple diabolos at a time.
* [[Diabolo]]s ''(Firefly)'': A firefly manipulates and tosses multiple diabolos at a time.
* Creatura ''(Creatura)'': A comic routine involving a giant suit that resembles multiple slinkys.
* Creatura ''(Creatura)'': A comic routine involving a giant suit that resembles multiple slinkys.
* [[Cradle (circus act)|Russian Cradle]] ''(Scarabs)'': Based on Corteo's "Paradise" act, three aerial cradles are spaced diagonally above the stage and fliers are thrown and caught in the arms of catchers in the cradles.
* [[Cradle (circus act)|Russian cradle]] ''(Scarabs)'': Based on Corteo's "Paradise" act, three aerial cradles are spaced diagonally above the stage, and fliers are thrown and caught in the arms of catchers in the cradles.
* [[Spider web|Web]] ''(Spiders)'': One spider uses the same vertical rope as used by the butterflies to create multiple flexible poses, while another on the ground uses handstands to balance while her back and legs contort in multiple positions.
* [[Spider web|Web]] ''(Spiders)'': One spider uses the same vertical rope as used by the butterflies to create multiple flexible poses, while another on the ground uses handstands to balance while her back and legs contort in multiple positions.
* Acro trio ''(Fleas)'': Two males performers use techniques similar to those in acrobatic gymnastic (acrosport) to toss a female performer in the air.
* Acro trio ''(Fleas)'': Two male performers use techniques similar to those in acrobatic gymnastics (acrosport) to toss a female performer in the air.
* [[Slacklining|Slackwire]] ''(Spider)'': On a loose (and sometimes swinging) wire, a spider balances with their legs and hands, and at one point rides a unicycle.
* [[Slacklining|Slackwire]] ''(Spider)'': On a loose (and sometimes swinging) wire, a spider balances with its legs and hands, and at one point rides a unicycle.
* "Legs": A unique dance, multiple legs pop up through holes in the stage.
* "Legs": A unique dance, multiple legs pop up through holes in the stage.
* Wall ''(Crickets)'': The crickets bounce on a long trampoline in the floor called a power track, they perform tumbling at an amazing speed. A trampoline is also used by the crickets to jump onto the wall, on the wall the leap of and land on the trampoline.
* Wall ''(Crickets)'': The crickets bounce on a long trampoline in the floor called a power track; they perform tumbling at an amazing speed. A trampoline is also used by the crickets to jump onto the wall. On the wall, they leap off and land on the trampoline.
* Banquete: The finale of the show.
* Banquete: The finale of the show.


===Acts in Rotation===
===Acts in rotation===
* [[Aerial hoop]] ''(Mosquito)'': Two artists flies over the stage on a hoop suspended in the air in an energetic feat of acrobatics.
* [[Aerial hoop]] ''(Mosquito)'': Two artists fly over the stage on a hoop suspended in the air in an energetic feat of acrobatics.


===Retired acts===
===Retired acts===
* Volants ''(Scarabs)'': Using two trapezes on either side of the stage the scarabs are thrown onto a platform suspended above the centre of the stage where they are caught and thrown in a banquine style discipline. This act was replaced by aerial cradle during the arena conversion in 2015.
* Volants ''(Scarabs)'': Using two trapezes on either side of the stage, the scarabs are thrown onto a platform suspended above the centre of the stage, where they are caught and thrown in a banquine-style discipline. This act was replaced by aerial cradle during the arena conversion in 2015.
* [[Aerial silk|Spanish web duo]] ''(Butterflies)'': Two butterflies swing and twist on a long vertical rope. This act was replaced by aerial straps during the arena conversion in 2015.
* [[Aerial silk|Spanish web duo]] ''(Butterflies)'': Two butterflies swing and twist on a long vertical rope. This act was replaced by aerial straps during the arena conversion in 2015.
* Acrosport ''(Fleas)'': A group of 5 male and female fleas use acrobatic gymnastic (acrosport) techniques to toss other fleas in the air as well as create high towers of fleas. This act was replaced by aerial straps during the arena conversion in 2015.
* Acrosport ''(Fleas)'': A group of five male and female fleas use acrobatic gymnastic (acrosport) techniques to toss other fleas in the air as well as create high towers of fleas. This act was replaced by aerial straps during the arena conversion in 2015.


==Costumes==
==Costumes==
[[File:Liz Vandal costumes at OVO! by Cirque de Soleil.jpg|right|thumb|Liz Vandal's costumes for ''Ovo'']]
[[File:Liz Vandal costumes at OVO! by Cirque de Soleil.jpg|right|thumb|Liz Vandal's costumes for ''Ovo'']]
The costumes of ''Ovo'' were designed by [[Liz Vandal]] and evoke the appearance of insects.<ref name="OC">{{cite web|url=http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/press/kits/shows/ovo/resources/costumes.aspx|title=Ovo - Costumes|publisher=Cirque du Soleil (Press Materials)|accessdate=2011-03-29}}</ref> The costumes were created to have areas that appear as sections to replicate the segmented bodies of insects; this was achieved by using permanent pleating, varying finishes, and coloring methods. To also provide the illusion of exoskeletons, a mixture of fabrics were used to create both hard and soft flexible fabrics, thus providing the look of a hard shell without inhibiting the artists' movements.<ref name="C-costume">{{cite book |title= Cirque du Soleil 25 Years of Costumes |last= Clément |first= Ronald |year= 2009 |publisher= Dépôt légal, Bibliothèque et Archives Canada |location= Canada |isbn= 978-2-9803493-4-8 |page= |pages= 138–143 |language= zh, en, fr, ja}}</ref>


The costumes in ''Ovo'' were designed by [[Liz Vandal]] and evoke the appearance of insects.<ref name="OC">{{cite web|url=http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/press/kits/shows/ovo/resources/costumes.aspx|title=Ovo - Costumes|publisher=Cirque du Soleil (Press Materials)|access-date=March 29, 2011}}</ref> The outfits were created to have areas that appear as sections to replicate the segmented bodies of insects. This was achieved by using permanent pleating, varying finishes, and coloring methods. To also provide the illusion of exoskeletons, a mixture of fabrics was used to create both hard and soft flexible fabrics, thus providing the look of a hard shell without inhibiting the artists' movements.<ref name="C-costume">{{cite book |title= Cirque du Soleil 25 Years of Costumes |last= Clément |first= Ronald |year= 2009 |publisher= Dépôt légal, Bibliothèque et Archives Canada |location= Canada |isbn= 978-2-9803493-4-8 |pages= 138–143 |language= zh, en, fr, ja}}</ref>
The crickets have detachable legs, which are removed for the powertrack act, to give the sense of an insect with six legs. The legs also provide the illusion the cricket is oversized, aiding the spectator's illusion of being the size of an insect in this world.<ref name="C-costume"/>


The crickets have detachable legs, which are removed for the powertrack act, to give the sense of an insect with six legs. The legs also provide the illusion that the cricket is oversized, aiding the spectator's illusion of being the size of an insect in this world.<ref name="C-costume"/>
Due to the rigidity of some of the costumes, most characters have two versions of their costume. The first is more lightweight and functional for their acrobatic performance. The second, on the other hand, is more richly detailed and heavier, and worn while not performing their act.<ref name="OPK"/>

Due to the rigidity of some of the costumes, most characters have two versions: the first is more lightweight and functional for their acrobatic performance. The second, on the other hand, is more richly detailed and heavier, and worn while not performing their act.<ref name="OPK"/>


==Music==
==Music==
The show's musical influences stem primarily from [[Brazil]]ian genres such as [[samba]]; both the creator and music director are Brazilian. Additional texture is added by the use of sounds of insects throughout the soundtrack.
The show's musical influences stem primarily from [[Brazil]]ian genres such as [[samba]]; both the creator and music director are Brazilian. Additional texture is added by the use of sounds of insects throughout the soundtrack.
Below is a list of the tracks featured on the CD, which was released on April 13, 2010.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cirquetribune.com/music/ovo.html|title=Music of OVO|publisher=Cirque Tribune|accessdate=2011-02-04}}</ref>
Below is a list of the tracks featured on the CD, which was released on April 13, 2010.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cirquetribune.com/music/ovo.html|title=Music of OVO|publisher=Cirque Tribune|access-date=February 4, 2011}}</ref>


# '''Brisa Do Mar''' ''(Pre-show and opening)''
# '''Brisa Do Mar''' ''(Pre-show and opening)''
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# '''Cocoon''' ''(Tissue)''
# '''Cocoon''' ''(Tissue)''
# '''Frevo Zumbido''' ''(Diabolos)''
# '''Frevo Zumbido''' ''(Diabolos)''
# '''Orvalho''' ''(Hand Balancing)''
# '''Orvalho''' ''(Hand balancing)''
# '''Carimbo da Creatura''' ''(Creatura)''
# '''Carimbo da Creatura''' ''(Creatura)''
# '''Love Duet'''
# '''Love Duet'''
#* ''Spanish Web Duo (2009–2015)''
#* ''Spanish web duo (2009–2015)''
#* ''Duo Straps (2016-present)''
#* ''Duo straps (2016-present)''
# '''Scarabee'''
# '''Scarabee'''
#* ''Volants (2009–2015)''
#* ''Volants (2009–2015)''
#* ''Russian Cradle (2016–present)''
#* ''Russian cradle (2016–present)''
# '''Sexy Web''' ''(Web)''
# '''Sexy Web''' ''(Web)''
# '''Legs''' ''(Interlude into Wall)''
# '''Legs''' ''(Interlude into Wall)''
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#* ''Acro trio (2016–present)''
#* ''Acro trio (2016–present)''
# '''Super Hero''' ''(Slackwire)''
# '''Super Hero''' ''(Slackwire)''
# '''Secret Samba Luv''' ''(Clown Act)''
# '''Secret Samba Luv''' ''(Clown act)''
# '''Parede''' ''(Wall)''
# '''Parede''' ''(Wall)''
# '''Banquete''' ''(Banquet and Bows)''
# '''Banquete''' ''(Banquet and bows)''


{{further|Cirque du Soleil discography#Ovo}}
{{further|Cirque du Soleil discography#Ovo}}


===Vocalists===
===Vocalists===
*'''Marie-Claude Marchand''' - From April 23, 2009 (Montreal) to June 27, 2014 (Tokyo)
* '''Marie-Claude Marchand''' – From April 23, 2009 (Montreal) to June 27, 2014 (Tokyo)
*'''Alexandra Cabanilla''' - From June 28, 2014 (Tokyo) to June 7, 2015 (Sendai)
* '''Alexandra Cabanilla''' – From June 28, 2014 (Tokyo) to June 7, 2015 (Sendai)
*'''Júlia Tázie''' - From April 8, 2016 (Lake Charles) to Jan 20, 2019 (Murcia)
* '''Júlia Tázie''' – From April 8, 2016 (Lake Charles) to January 20, 2019 (Murcia)
*'''Lari Finocchiaro''' - From March 7, 2019 (Belo Horizonte)
* '''Lari Finocchiaro''' – From March 7, 2019 (Belo Horizonte)


==Tour==
==Tour==
''Ovo'' started touring in April 2009 in Montréal, Canada.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/ovo/tickets.aspx|title=Ovo Tickets|publisher=Cirque du Soleil|accessdate=2011-04-22}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://cirquetribune.com/database/show.php?show=Ovo&mode=schedule|title=Ovo (Tour Schedule)|publisher=Cirque Tribune|accessdate=2011-04-27}}</ref> They performed their 1000th show on January 29, 2012, while in Santa Monica, California.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150557772224614|title=Ovo - Cirque du Soleil|publisher=Cirque du Soleil|work=Ovo|accessdate=February 8, 2012|date=January 29, 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/EmilieNadeauPR/statuses/163840038617100289|title=Ovo celebrates its 1000th performance today - Sunday, January 29! Congrats to all the cast & crew!|publisher=Cirque du Soleil|author=Emilie Nadeau|work=Cirque du Soleil PR|accessdate=February 8, 2012|date=January 29, 2012}}</ref> Now that the Japanese run of Ovo has ended, it has been confirmed that the show will no longer perform under the Grand Chapiteau, instead it will be converted into the arena format for its remaining tours.
''Ovo'' started touring in April 2009 in Montréal, Canada.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/ovo/tickets.aspx|title=Ovo Tickets|publisher=Cirque du Soleil|access-date=April 22, 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://cirquetribune.com/database/show.php?show=Ovo&mode=schedule|title=Ovo (Tour Schedule)|publisher=Cirque Tribune|access-date=April 27, 2011}}</ref> They performed their 1,000th show on January 29, 2012, while in Santa Monica, California.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150557772224614|title=Ovo - Cirque du Soleil|publisher=Cirque du Soleil|work=Ovo|access-date=February 8, 2012|date=January 29, 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/EmilieNadeauPR/statuses/163840038617100289|title=Ovo celebrates its 1000th performance today - Sunday, January 29! Congrats to all the cast & crew!|publisher=Cirque du Soleil|author=Emilie Nadeau|work=Cirque du Soleil PR|access-date=February 8, 2012|date=January 29, 2012}}</ref>

On April 8, 2016, OVO began re-premiered in the arena format in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Just one week later, on April 15, Cirque du Soleil announced the cancellation of OVO in both Greensboro and Charlotte, North Carolina citing the recent signing of the [[Public Facilities Privacy & Security Act]] by North Carolina governor [[Pat McCrory]], the Company announced in a press release that "Cirque du Soleil strongly believes in diversity and equality for every individual and is opposed to discrimination in any form. The new [[HB2]] legislation passed in North Carolina is an important regression to ensuring human rights for all."

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===Grand Chapiteau tour===

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====2009 schedule====
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* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Montréal, QC - From 23 Apr to 19 Jul 2009 ''(Show première)''
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Québec, QC - From 30 Jul to 23 Aug 2009
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Toronto, ON - From 3 Sep to 1 Nov 2009
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} San Francisco, CA - From 27 Nov 2009 to 24 Jan 2010
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====2010 schedule====
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* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} San Jose, CA - From 4 Feb to 21 Mar 2010
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} New York, NY - From 9 Apr to 6 Jun 2010
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Hartford, CT - From 17 Jun to 11 Jul 2010
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Boston, MA - From 22 Jul to 29 Aug 2010
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Washington, DC - From 9 Sep to 24 Oct 2010
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Atlanta, GA - From 4 Nov 2010 to 2 Jan 2011
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====2011 schedule====
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* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Dallas, TX - From 28 Jan to 27 Feb 2011
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Houston, TX - From 10 Mar to 10 April 2011
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Cincinnati, OH - From 21 Apr to 15 May 2011
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Minneapolis, MN - From 26 May to 19 Jun 2011
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Chicago, IL - From 29 Jun to 21 Aug 2011
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Calgary, AB - From 7 Sep to 9 Oct 2011
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Mexico City, MX - From 30 Oct 2011 to 1 Jan 2012
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====2012 schedule====
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* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Santa Monica, CA - From 20 Jan to 25 Mar 2012
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Portland, OR - From 5 Apr to 20 May 2012
* {{Color box|#FFB655|'''OC '''|border=darkgray}} Brisbane, AU - From 14 Jul to 2 Sep 2012
* {{Color box|#FFB655|'''OC '''|border=darkgray}} Sydney, AU - From 13 Sep to 25 Nov 2012
* {{Color box|#FFB655|'''OC '''|border=darkgray}} Adelaide, AU - From 6 Dec 2012 to 6 Jan 2013
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====2013 schedule====
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* {{Color box|#FFB655|'''OC '''|border=darkgray}} Melbourne, AU - From 17 Jan to 31 Mar 2013
* {{Color box|#FFB655|'''OC '''|border=darkgray}} Perth, AU - From 14 Apr to 16 June 2013
* {{Color box|#FF5572|'''AP '''|border=darkgray}} Taipei, TW - From 19 Nov 2013 to 5 Jan 2014
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====2014 schedule====
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* {{Color box|#FF5572|'''AP '''|border=darkgray}} Tokyo, JP - From 12 Feb to 29 Jun 2014
* {{Color box|#FF5572|'''AP '''|border=darkgray}} Osaka, JP - From 17 Jul to 2 Nov 2014
* {{Color box|#FF5572|'''AP '''|border=darkgray}} Nagoya, JP - From 20 Nov 2014 to 1 Feb 2015
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====2015 schedule====
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* {{Color box|#FF5572|'''AP '''|border=darkgray}} Fukuoka, JP -From 20 Feb to 5 Apr 2015
* {{Color box|#FF5572|'''AP '''|border=darkgray}} Sendai, JP - From 23 Apr to 7 Jun 2015
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===Arena tour===
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====2016 schedule====
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* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Lake Charles, LA - From 8 Apr to 10 Apr 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Baton Rouge, LA - From 14 Apr to 17 Apr 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Greensboro, NC - From 20 Apr to 24 Apr 2016 ''(Cancelled)''
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Cleveland, OH - From 27 Apr to 1 May 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Syracuse, NY - From 4 May to 6 May 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Philadelphia, PA - From 11 May to 15 May 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Bangor, ME - From 2 Jun to 5 Jun 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Bridgeport, CT - From 8 Jun to 12 Jun 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Hartford, CT - From 15 Jun to 19 Jun 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Atlantic City, NJ - From 22 Jun to 26 Jun 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Windsor, ON - From 29 Jun to 3 Jul 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Charlotte, NC - From 6 Jul to 10 Jul 2016 ''(Cancelled)''
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Memphis, TN - From 8 Jul to 10 Jul 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Greenville, SC - From 13 Jul to 17 Jul 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Chattanooga, TN - From 20 Jul to 24 Jul 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Huntsville, AL - From 27 Jul to 31 Jul 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} St. Louis, MO - From 3 Aug to 7 Aug 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Manchester, NH - From 25 Aug to 28 Aug 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Hershey, PA - From 31 Aug to 4 Sep 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Hampton, VA- From 7 Sep to 11 Sep 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Roanoke, VA- From 14 Sep to 18 Sep 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Orlando, FL- From 21 Sep to 25 Sep 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Estero, FL-From 28 Sep to 2 Oct 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Jacksonville, FL - From 5 Oct to 8 Oct 2016 (postponed due to hurricane Mathew)
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} San Juan, PR - From 20 Oct to 23 Oct 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Santo Domingo - From 27 Oct to 30 Oct 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Erie, PA - From 17 Nov to 20 Nov 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Quebec, QC - From 23 Nov to 27 Nov 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Montreal, QC - From 29 Nov to 4 Dec 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Kingston, ON - From 7 Dec to 11 Dec 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Grand Rapids, MI - From 14 Dec to 18 Dec 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Detroit, MI - From 22 Dec to 25 Dec 2016
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Kansas City, MO - From 28 Dec 2016 to 1 Jan 2017
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====2017 schedule====
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* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Sioux Falls, SD - From 4 Jan to 8 Jan 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Loveland, CO - From 11 Jan to 15 Jan 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Colorado Springs, CO - From 18 Jan to 22 Jan 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Tulsa, OK - From 25 Jan to 29 Jan 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Spokane, WA - From 16 Feb to 19 Feb 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} West Valley City, UT - From 22 Feb to 26 Feb 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Rio Rancho, NM - From 1 Mar to 5 Mar 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Lubbock, TX - From 8 Mar to 12 Mar 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Cedar Park, TX - From 15 Mar to 19 Mar 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Laredo, TX - From 22 Mar to 26 Mar 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Corpus Christi, TX - From 29 Mar to 2 Apr 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Oklahoma City, OK - From 6 Apr to 9 Apr 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} El Paso, TX - From 12 Apr to 16 Apr 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Tucson, AZ - From 19 Apr to 23 Apr 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Cincinnati, OH - From 11 May to 14 May 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Columbus, OH - From 17 May to 21 May 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Pittsburgh, PA - From 24 May to 28 May 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Toledo, OH - From 31 May to 4 Jun 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Hamilton, ON - From 7 Jun to 11 Jun 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} London, ON - From 14 Jun to 18 Jun 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Brooklyn, NY - From 5 Jul to 9 Jul 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Sunrise, FL - From 13 Jul to 23 Jul 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Miami, FL - From 28 Jul to 30 Jul 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Jacksonville, FL - From 2 Aug to 6 Aug 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} North Charleston, SC - From 9 Aug to 13 Aug 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Fairfax, VA - From 16 Aug to 20 Aug 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Baltimore, MD - From 23 Aug to 27 Aug 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Uniondale, NY - From 30 Aug to 3 Sep 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Boston, MA - From 6 Sep to 10 Sep 2017
* {{Color box|#00CC33|'''NA '''|border=darkgray}} Laval, QC - From 13 Sep to 17 Sep 2017
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Zurich, CH - From 5 Oct to 8 Oct 2017
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Geneva, CH - From 11 Oct to 15 Oct 2017
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Salzburg, AT - From 18 Oct to 22 Oct 2017
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Leipzig, DE - From 25 Oct to 29 Oct 2017
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Hamburg, DE - From 1 Nov to 5 Nov 2017
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Berlin, DE - From 8 Nov to 12 Nov 2017
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Mannheim, DE - From 15 Nov to 19 Nov 2017
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Cologne, DE - From 22 Nov to 26 Nov 2017
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Stuttgart, DE - From 29 Nov to 3 Dec 2017
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Nuremberg, DE - From 6 Dec to 10 Dec 2017
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Munich, DE - From 13 Dec to 17 Dec 2017
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* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} London, UK - From 7 Jan to 4 Mar 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Antwerp, BE - From 8 Mar to 11 Mar 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Hanover, DE - From 14 Mar to 18 Mar 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Oberhausen, DE - From 5 Apr to 8 Apr 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Kraków, PL - From 13 Apr to 15 Apr 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Gdansk, PL - From 19 Apr to 22 Apr 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Saint-Petersburg, RU - From 28 Apr to 5 May 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Moscow, RU - From 8 May to 20 May 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Kazan, RU - From 23 May to 27 May 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Tolyatti, RU - From 30 May to 3 Jun 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Ekaterinburg, RU - From 6 Jun to 10 Jun 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Sochi, RU - From 10 Jul to 29 Jul 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Liverpool, UK - From 16 Aug to 19 Aug 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Sheffield, UK - From 22 Aug to 26 Aug 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Newcastle, UK - From 29 Aug to 2 Sep 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Glasgow, UK - From 5 Sep to 9 Sep 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Nottingham, UK - From 12 Sep to 16 Sep 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Leeds, UK - From 19 Sep to 23 Sep 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Manchester, UK - From 26 Sep to 30 Sep 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Birmingham, UK - From 3 Oct to 7 Oct 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Dublin, IR - From 10 Oct to 14 Oct 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Belfast, UK - From 17 Oct to 21 Oct 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Lille, FR - From 8 Nov to 11 Nov 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Bordeaux, FR - From 14 Nov to 18 Nov 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Toulouse, FR - From 21 Nov to 25 Nov 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Montpellier, FR - From 28 Nov to 2 Dec 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Strasbourg, FR - From 5 Dec to 9 Dec 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Nantes, FR - From 12 Dec to 16 Dec 2018
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} A Coruña, ES - From 21 Dec to 30 Dec 2018
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* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Lisbon, PT - From 3 Jan to 13 Jan 2019
* {{Color box|#00CCFF|'''EU '''|border=darkgray}} Murcia, ES - From 16 Jan to 20 Jan 2019
* {{Color box|#CB55FF|'''SA '''|border=darkgray}} Belo Horizonte, BR - From 7 Mar to 17 Mar 2019
* {{Color box|#CB55FF|'''SA '''|border=darkgray}} Rio de Janeiro, BR - From 21 Mar to 31 Mar 2019
* {{Color box|#CB55FF|'''SA '''|border=darkgray}} Brasília, BR - From 5 Apr to 13 Apr 2019
* {{Color box|#CB55FF|'''SA '''|border=darkgray}} São Paulo, BR - From 19 Apr to 12 May 2019
* {{Color box|#CB55FF|'''SA '''|border=darkgray}} Asuncion, PY - From 31 May to 8 Jun 2019
* {{Color box|#CB55FF|'''SA '''|border=darkgray}} Buenos Aires, AR - From 15 Jun to 30 Jun 2019
* {{Color box|#CB55FF|'''SA '''|border=darkgray}} Montevideo, UY - From 4 Jul to 14 Jul 2019
* {{Color box|#CB55FF|'''SA '''|border=darkgray}} Buenos Aires, AR - From 17 Jul to 21 Jul 2019
* {{Color box|#CB55FF|'''SA '''|border=darkgray}} Cordoba, AR - From 25 Jul to 28 Jul 2019
* {{Color box|#CB55FF|'''SA '''|border=darkgray}} Mendoza, AR - From 1 Aug to 10 Aug 2019
* {{Color box|#CB55FF|'''SA '''|border=darkgray}} Santiago, CL - From 22 Aug to 1 Sep 2019
* {{Color box|#CB55FF|'''SA '''|border=darkgray}} Medellin, CO - From 9 Oct to 26 Oct 2019
* {{Color box|#CB55FF|'''SA '''|border=darkgray}} Panama City, PA - TBA
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[[Category:Cirque du Soleil touring shows]]
[[Category:Cirque du Soleil touring shows]]
[[Category:Insects in popular culture]]

Latest revision as of 00:30, 28 July 2024

This article is about the Cirque du Soleil show. For other uses, see OVO (disambiguation).

Ovo
Logo for Cirque du Soleil's Ovo
CompanyCirque du Soleil
GenreContemporary circus
Show typeTouring show
Date of premiereApril 23, 2009
Creative team
Writer, director, and choreographerDeborah Colker
Creation directorChantal Tremblay
Set and props designerGringo Cardia
Composer and musical directorBerna Ceppas
Costume designerLiz Vandal
Lighting designerEric Champoux
Artistic guidesGuy Laliberté
Gilles Ste-Croix
Sound designerJonathan Deans
Makeup designerJulie Bégin
Rigging and acrobatic equipment designerFred Gérard
Acrobatic performance designerPhillipe Aubertin
Other information
Preceded byCriss Angel Believe (2008)
Succeeded byBanana Shpeel (2009)
Official website

Ovo is a touring circus production by Cirque du Soleil that premiered in Montréal, Canada in 2009. Ovo's creator and director, Deborah Colker, took inspiration from the world of insects. The idea for Ovo was not to be about the acts, nor dancing, nor insects, but about movement.[1] The movement of life permeates the entire show, with creatures flying, leaping, bounding, and crawling. Composer Berna Ceppas brought additional life to Ovo with a score inspired by the music of Brazil. Ovo means "egg" in Portuguese and represents the underlying thread of the show. Graphically, inside the logo of Ovo, is an insect. The two O's represent the eyes and the V forms the nose and antennas.[2]

Set and technical information

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The stage and set for Ovo were designed by Gringo Cardia and utilize irregular shapes throughout. The rear wall is 19 metres (62 ft) wide by 8 metres (26 ft) high and is only supported at the sides, thus allowing the trampolines for the final act to slide into place. During its arena tour, Ovo used the stage from the Cirque show Dralion. Inset in the wall are 24 "firefly eggs". These are molded fibreglass bulbs fitted with LED bulbs that can produce a full color spectrum of light. The "membranes" seen throughout the performance are quite large in scale, the largest being 24 metres (79 ft) wide by 17 metres (56 ft) high. The egg seen at the beginning of the show is inflated to the size of 8.5 metres (28 ft) wide by 7 metres (23 ft) high.[1]

Ovo has the largest flying act yet undertaken by Cirque du Soleil, as of 2010. To support it, eighty cables have to be installed during the performance. This requires the assistance of upwards of forty performers and technicians. The trapeze net itself is 3 metres (9.8 ft) off the ground and spans 30 metres (98 ft) in length and 15 metres (49 ft) in width.[1]

Cast

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The cast of Ovo consists of three principal characters and numerous others in supporting roles. At its premiere, the makeup of Ovo included 54 performing artists from sixteen different countries.[3]

  • Master Flipo: The principal character, he keeps everything in this chaotic world in order.
  • Foreigner: The Foreigner, another principal character, is a fly from a faraway land who brings with him the mysterious ovo.
  • Ladybug: Ladybug is the third principal, who brings life and joy to the world of insects and also ends up falling for the Foreigner.
  • Dragonfly: The dragonfly flits throughout the entire performance and performs the hand-balancing act.
  • Spiders: Four spiders provide mystery and caution throughout the show. Their acts include contortion and slackwire.
  • Fleas: Three spry fleas jump about with flashes of red and yellow as they perform acro-trio.
  • Ants: The ants carry kiwis and corn with them on their journey as they perform foot juggling.
  • Butterflies: The butterfly duo flies through the air in a Spanish web (2009–2015)/ aerial straps (2016–present).
  • Firefly: The firefly flits about, performing with diabolos.
  • Mosquito: The mosquito adds character to the performance, while also being part of the powertrack, trampoline, and wall act.
  • Scarabs: The strong scarabs fly through the air, twisting and spinning in the flying trapeze (2009–2015)/ aerial cradle (2016–present).
  • Crickets: Ten crickets jump and leap about in green streaks as they do air track, trampoline, and wall.
  • Creatura: A mysterious Creatura brings life to the party with his dancing.
  • Cockroaches: Nine cockroaches are seen singing and playing music throughout the entire performance.

Acts

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Ovo has ten acrobatic acts, whereas the rest are dancing or supplemental to the storyline.[3]

  • Opening: The exciting and hectic world is portrayed by pounding samba music and bright lights, then a sudden calm—the bright lights change to warm natural light and the heavy samba is replaced by a calming guitar song.
  • Foot-juggling and Icarian games (Ants): A group of ants juggle kiwis, corn, eggplant slices, as well as other ants, all on their feet.
  • Hand balancing (Dragonfly): A lone dragonfly balances precariously on a high, rotating block.
  • Tissue (Cocoon): Combining agility and grace, this soon-to-be butterfly performs a solo contortion on aerial silks, showcasing her theatrical metamorphosis.
  • Duo straps (Butterflies): Two butterflies soar across the stage, strung on straps from the ceiling.
  • Diabolos (Firefly): A firefly manipulates and tosses multiple diabolos at a time.
  • Creatura (Creatura): A comic routine involving a giant suit that resembles multiple slinkys.
  • Russian cradle (Scarabs): Based on Corteo's "Paradise" act, three aerial cradles are spaced diagonally above the stage, and fliers are thrown and caught in the arms of catchers in the cradles.
  • Web (Spiders): One spider uses the same vertical rope as used by the butterflies to create multiple flexible poses, while another on the ground uses handstands to balance while her back and legs contort in multiple positions.
  • Acro trio (Fleas): Two male performers use techniques similar to those in acrobatic gymnastics (acrosport) to toss a female performer in the air.
  • Slackwire (Spider): On a loose (and sometimes swinging) wire, a spider balances with its legs and hands, and at one point rides a unicycle.
  • "Legs": A unique dance, multiple legs pop up through holes in the stage.
  • Wall (Crickets): The crickets bounce on a long trampoline in the floor called a power track; they perform tumbling at an amazing speed. A trampoline is also used by the crickets to jump onto the wall. On the wall, they leap off and land on the trampoline.
  • Banquete: The finale of the show.

Acts in rotation

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  • Aerial hoop (Mosquito): Two artists fly over the stage on a hoop suspended in the air in an energetic feat of acrobatics.

Retired acts

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  • Volants (Scarabs): Using two trapezes on either side of the stage, the scarabs are thrown onto a platform suspended above the centre of the stage, where they are caught and thrown in a banquine-style discipline. This act was replaced by aerial cradle during the arena conversion in 2015.
  • Spanish web duo (Butterflies): Two butterflies swing and twist on a long vertical rope. This act was replaced by aerial straps during the arena conversion in 2015.
  • Acrosport (Fleas): A group of five male and female fleas use acrobatic gymnastic (acrosport) techniques to toss other fleas in the air as well as create high towers of fleas. This act was replaced by aerial straps during the arena conversion in 2015.

Costumes

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Liz Vandal's costumes for Ovo

The costumes in Ovo were designed by Liz Vandal and evoke the appearance of insects.[4] The outfits were created to have areas that appear as sections to replicate the segmented bodies of insects. This was achieved by using permanent pleating, varying finishes, and coloring methods. To also provide the illusion of exoskeletons, a mixture of fabrics was used to create both hard and soft flexible fabrics, thus providing the look of a hard shell without inhibiting the artists' movements.[5]

The crickets have detachable legs, which are removed for the powertrack act, to give the sense of an insect with six legs. The legs also provide the illusion that the cricket is oversized, aiding the spectator's illusion of being the size of an insect in this world.[5]

Due to the rigidity of some of the costumes, most characters have two versions: the first is more lightweight and functional for their acrobatic performance. The second, on the other hand, is more richly detailed and heavier, and worn while not performing their act.[2]

Music

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The show's musical influences stem primarily from Brazilian genres such as samba; both the creator and music director are Brazilian. Additional texture is added by the use of sounds of insects throughout the soundtrack. Below is a list of the tracks featured on the CD, which was released on April 13, 2010.[6]

  1. Brisa Do Mar (Pre-show and opening)
  2. Foreigner (Cricket dance)
  3. Ants (Foot juggling and Icarian games)
  4. Cocoon (Tissue)
  5. Frevo Zumbido (Diabolos)
  6. Orvalho (Hand balancing)
  7. Carimbo da Creatura (Creatura)
  8. Love Duet
    • Spanish web duo (2009–2015)
    • Duo straps (2016-present)
  9. Scarabee
    • Volants (2009–2015)
    • Russian cradle (2016–present)
  10. Sexy Web (Web)
  11. Legs (Interlude into Wall)
  12. Flea Girls
    • Acrosport (2009-2015)
    • Acro trio (2016–present)
  13. Super Hero (Slackwire)
  14. Secret Samba Luv (Clown act)
  15. Parede (Wall)
  16. Banquete (Banquet and bows)
Further information: Cirque du Soleil discography § Ovo

Vocalists

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  • Marie-Claude Marchand – From April 23, 2009 (Montreal) to June 27, 2014 (Tokyo)
  • Alexandra Cabanilla – From June 28, 2014 (Tokyo) to June 7, 2015 (Sendai)
  • Júlia Tázie – From April 8, 2016 (Lake Charles) to January 20, 2019 (Murcia)
  • Lari Finocchiaro – From March 7, 2019 (Belo Horizonte)

Tour

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Ovo started touring in April 2009 in Montréal, Canada.[7][8] They performed their 1,000th show on January 29, 2012, while in Santa Monica, California.[9][10]

References

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  1. ^ a b c Cirque du Soleil (2010). Ovo Souvenir Program (in English and French). upc: 4 00005 11037 5.
  2. ^ a b "Ovo Press Kit" (PDF). Cirque du Soleil (Press Kit). Retrieved March 3, 2011.
  3. ^ a b "Ovo: Acts and Characters" (PDF). Cirque du Soleil (Press Kit). Retrieved February 4, 2011.
  4. ^ "Ovo - Costumes". Cirque du Soleil (Press Materials). Retrieved March 29, 2011.
  5. ^ a b Clément, Ronald (2009). Cirque du Soleil 25 Years of Costumes (in Chinese, English, French, and Japanese). Canada: Dépôt légal, Bibliothèque et Archives Canada. pp. 138–143. ISBN 978-2-9803493-4-8.
  6. ^ "Music of OVO". Cirque Tribune. Retrieved February 4, 2011.
  7. ^ "Ovo Tickets". Cirque du Soleil. Retrieved April 22, 2011.
  8. ^ "Ovo (Tour Schedule)". Cirque Tribune. Retrieved April 27, 2011.
  9. ^ "Ovo - Cirque du Soleil". Ovo. Cirque du Soleil. January 29, 2012. Retrieved February 8, 2012.
  10. ^ Emilie Nadeau (January 29, 2012). "Ovo celebrates its 1000th performance today - Sunday, January 29! Congrats to all the cast & crew!". Cirque du Soleil PR. Cirque du Soleil. Retrieved February 8, 2012.
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