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A Love Letter to the Natural Realm of the Highlands

Welcome to an experience in which world-renowned whisky maker The Macallan and Cirque du Soleil come together to create a theatrical experience that is at once BESPOKE, ENCHANTED and UNFORGETTABLE.

Distilled from the majestic landscape of the Highlands, Cirque du Soleil SPIRIT is a sensory journey like no other. Breathtaking performances, intriguing stagecraft and signature tasting experiences create an exclusive evening at The Macallan Estate. This creative collaboration emerges from the shared belief that nature remains the ultimate immersive experience.

A love letter to the natural realm of the Highlands, Cirque du Soleil SPIRIT is a c all to reconnect with our natural world, and to raise a glass to this realm in which we are all guests.

 
Dates: May 9 - 31, 2024
Type: Special Event
Location: The Macallan Estate in Speyside
 

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    This creative collaboration emerges from the shared belief that nature remains the ultimate immersive experience… A love letter to the natural realm of the Highlands, Cirque du Soleil SPIRIT is a call to reconnect with our natural world, and to raise a glass to this realm in which we are all guests.

    This is not a show, it is a whimsical journey that begins at the point of invitation. Guests are welcomed into a meticulously designed world that is fantastical at every turn.

    The collaboration places a strong emphasis on the sensory and transformative power of nature. The storyline, performances, and tasting experiences are all curated to envelop participants in a journey that celebrates the beauty and importance of the natural world.

    One of the standout features is the integration of exclusive and bespoke tasting experiences. The whisky-making is seamlessly woven into the fabric of the performance, offering guests a sensory journey that goes beyond traditional event experiences.

    Beyond the entertainment, the collaboration carries a vital environmental message. It serves as a love letter to the sublime landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, emphasizing the need to reconnect with nature and fostering a sense of wonder and responsibility towards protecting natural landscapes.

    The entire experience unfolds at The Macallan Estate, Speyside, Scotland adding an exclusive dimension to the collaboration. This unique setting enhances the immersive nature of the event, providing a picturesque backdrop that complements the overarching narrative.

      PERSONAGES
      • Ayla: Ayla is a young colour scientist who strives endlessly to find a particular shade of red tied to fondest memories of her father, a whisky maker. Consumed by this quest, Ayla has almost completely withdrawn from the natural world around her.
      • Cothra: Keeper of nature's equilibrium, Cothra is a very spiritually grounded and calm being whose constant practice of balancing inspires a trance-like mediation in those around her.
      • Davonna: Davonna is the fierce spiritual protector of the Highlands and all its inhabitants. Vivacious and strong-willed, she takes Ayla under her wing and foresees a great and noble destiny for her.
      • Fergus: Salty and off the beaten track, Fergus infuses the world with tricks and riddles and humour. Fergus befriends Ayla and helps her to see the wondrous world she is missing out on.


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    Creative Team

    • Concepteur and Director — Susan Gaudreau
    • Assistant Show Director — Matthew Richardson
    • Creative Director — Marie-Hélène Delage
    • Line Producer — Nathalie Enault
    • Producer — Geneviève Lussier
    • Art Direction — Cécile Andreu
    • Writer — Melissa A. Thompson
    • Scenographer — Leslie Travers
    • Music — Maxim Lepage
    • Costume Design — James Lavoie
    • Makeup Design — Maryse Gosselin
    • Props Design — Alain Jenkins
    • Sound Design — Jean-Michel Caron
    • Lighting Design — Laurent Routhier
    • Choreographer — Caroline Torti
    • Acrobatic Performance Designer — Phillipe Aubertin

    Acts / Music

    • Diabolo
    • Tighwire
    • Aerial Silk
    • Cyr Wheel
    • Hoop Diving
    • Contortion
    • Sanddorn Dance
    • Hair Hanging
    • Flamenco
    • Trampo Wall


     
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