(PHILADELPHIA, PA) -- Cirque du Soleil will return to Philadelphia in June with its coolest arena show yet – CRYSTAL. Back by popular demand, this one-of-a-kind performance blends circus art and the world of ice skating. The show takes audiences on a journey into a whimsical frozen playground where ice skating of all kinds mingles with acrobatics and aerial feats. CRYSTAL will perform at the Wells Fargo Center for five performances from Friday, June 24 to Sunday, June 26, 2022.
Mike Newquist, Senior Vice President, Touring Shows Division, said: “We are absolutely thrilled to finally bring CRYSTAL back on the road. For two years our performers have been waiting to skate again and experience the joy of the audience once more. It will be an emotional and magical return.”
Created by Shana Carroll and Sebastien Soldevila, CRYSTAL is not just an ice show; it’s the very first experience on ice from Cirque du Soleil! Watch world-class ice skaters and acrobats claim their new frozen playground with speed and fluidity as they challenge the laws of gravity with never-before-seen acrobatics. Discover a new kind of performance as Cirque du Soleil meets the ice to defy all expectations.
CRYSTAL invites you to suspend reality and glide into a world that springs to colorful life with astounding visual projections and a soundtrack that seamlessly blends popular music with the signature sound of Cirque du Soleil. This show is suitable for all ages.
Tickets for CRYSTAL are now available exclusively to Cirque Club members. Cirque Club membership is free and includes access to advance tickets and special offers. To join, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com. General tickets will be on-sale in Philadelphia beginning April 19, 2022 at 10:00am. Tickets are available for purchase online.
Cirque du Soleil has redefined how the world views the circus; from small town talent to a household name. Based in Montreal (Qc), the Canadian organization went on to become a global leader in live entertainment with the creation of world-class immersive and iconic experiences, across 6 continents. Cirque du Soleil connects with audiences by being genuine, human and inclusive. Privileged to work with artists from 90 countries to bring their creativity to life on stages around the world, the company aims to make a positive impact on people, communities and the planet with its most important tools: creativity and art. Over the years, more than 215 million people have been inspired, in over 70 different countries.
Performances take place Friday, June 24, 2022 at 7:30pm; Saturday, June 25, 2022 at 3:30pm and 7:30pm; Sunday, June 26 at 1:00pm and 5:00pm
The Wells Fargo Center is located at 3601 South Broad Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
