Cirque Éloize

Saloon: A Musical Acrobatic Adventure

May 11-12, 2018

Venue Matthews Theatre

Advisory Age recommendation is 10+.

Run Time 80 minutes, no intermission

Overview

Saloon, the newest creation from Canada’s Cirque Éloize, draws us into a vibrant comic book where dance, circus arts, original music, and theater collide to create a surreal dream-like experience. America is expanding, the railroad is stretching westward to lands of untold promise, and in the middle of the desert a town comes to life. The Saloon doors swing open to reveal a motley cast of individuals, each with a tale to tell. A gathering and meeting place, it quickly becomes the theater of all stories. The infectious energy of folk music and the strains of fiddle set the tone for an acrobatic comedy that will sweep you away in a mad flurry. Lasso up some fun for the entire family!

Performances

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ADDITIONAL INFO

1. The Acrobatics
Based on the multidisciplinary skills of its world-class talents, Cirque Éloize blends circus arts with music, dance, and theater in a pathbreaking manner. Cirque Éloize has been creating moving performances filled with magic and emotion since 1993. They have presented more than 4,000 custom-made shows and visited some 500 cities in over 50 different countries.

2. The Music
Live musicians help to narrate this story with violins, banjo, mandolin, guitar, percussion, and charming vocal harmonies. The score is filled with traditional folk and country hits, as well as with original compositions inspired by the styles of Dolly Parton, Hank Williams, and Emmylou Harris.

3. The Story
Go on a journey to the Wild Wild West and meet the vibrant cast of Saloon. The cowboy, the artist, the belle, the sheriff, and the lover are just some of the enigmatic characters who weave the story to find themselves in unexpected situations.

4. Fun for the whole family
Whether you're 10 or 100, Cirque Éloize's Saloon will keep you wildly entertained. The show lasts approximately 80 minutes and its quick pace mixes in a constant stream of acrobatics, music, and comedy.

5. Best entertainment value
Located in central New Jersey, McCarter is easily accessible via car or train from Philadelphia, New York City, north Jersey, south Jersey, and everywhere in between. Make it a fun evening or day out in Princeton by visiting our great local restaurants and the beautiful university campus.

6. Great seats available
At McCarter, there's never a bad seat in the theater. No matter what your price range is or how many tickets you'll need, we can help you make the most out of your visit with the best seats available. Select "Best Seating Available" when you purchase tickets online, or speak to a McCarter representative directly by calling 609.258.2787.