In a workshop given by select “O” characters, learn how to mime, dance and clown your way across the “O” stage! After the workshop, stick around for a question and answer session with a few artists and coaches from the show!

This event will bring music to your ears with a Cirque Week exclusive! Visit the most technically advanced Cirque du Soleil theater in Las Vegas – The Beatles LOVE – featuring a state-of-the-art sound demonstration through over 6,300 custom-made speakers. In addition, the technical presentation will showcase 11 lifts that make up the stage, 24 digital projectors, 204 moving lights and much more! A Q&A opportunity will follow the technology demonstration, featuring experts in the areas of Sound, Automation, Lighting, and Projections. Learn all about the technical aspects of LOVE, from the theater construction and working with the Creators, to what it takes to run shows each night at LOVE. A magical mystery tour you will not want to miss!

Ever wondered where Cirque du Soleil recruits the performers and the skilled technicians who make the magic happen night after night? Ever curious about how they juggle 22 distinct shows playing simultaneously on five continents? Want the scoop on what’s next for the company? Find the answers to these questions, and many more at Inside Cirque: An Exclusive Peek at the Business Side of the Show. It’s your unique opportunity to hear firsthand from company President and CEO Daniel Lamarre, joined by a panel of key executives from numerous departments from Casting to Marketing, details of the myriad components that are vital to the success of Cirque du Soleil. Don’t miss out on this in-depth look at the company from a panel of experts brought together exclusively for Cirque Week.

Look up! It’s a bird… it’s a plane… it’s the Mystère Bungee Warriors! Enjoy an exclusive demonstration of the bungee act at Mystère and a chance to talk to the artists who take flight ten times each week. There will also be colorful costumes on display and our Head of Wardrobe will be on hand to talk about the bungee costumes and the challenges of maintaining costumes for this very acrobatic show.

Get up close & personal with the sexy artists of Zumanity! Guests will have the opportunity to sit through a live rehearsal of one of the show’s acts, followed by a Q&A session with the artists and crew afterwards in the gorgeous Zumanity Theatre.

Put on your blue suede shoes and join cast & crew members at the Elvis Theater to learn what it takes to pay tribute to The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll every night. With an on-stage demo of the Jailhouse Rock set, attendees will see what it takes to move a 3-story 90,000 lb set piece and learn how the artists perform upside down.

Cirque du Soleil shows constantly evolve from the minute they open their doors for their very first performance. The finale of KÀ – the gravity-defying Battle between good and evil – has been undergoing a major transformation for more than a year to prepare for the addition of new characters to the scene. Members of the cast, Artistic and Technical teams will discuss what it takes to make such a large change to the show more than six years and 3,000 performances.

Meet & Greet with Magician of the Century Criss Angel following CRISS ANGEL Believe Please note this event will be limited to 100 guests. Cirque Week ticket package must be purchased to participate in the Meet & Greet.

Guests are given a behind-the-scenes look at what makes the master machine of water operate with a tour throughout the backstage areas, including above and beneath the water and all places in between. Tour stops include getting an up close and personal look with major show props, visiting the areas behind the curtain and even offering guests the opportunity to scoop their own drops of “O” water from the pool. *Event is capped at 100 guests.

LOVE will offer Cirque Week guests the chance to hear The Beatles music like never before, featuring a state-of-the-art sound demonstration through over 6,300 custom-made speakers. In addition to the demonstration, guests will have a chance to get up close and personal with some of their favorite scenes from the show. During this event, fans will have an exclusive opportunity to interact with set pieces that are used in every performance of LOVE.

Mystère recently added two new acts and nearly 20 performers to the show. Members of our Artistic and Technical teams will talk about what was like to make major changes to an existing show, and new artists will talk about making the transition from one Cirque du Soleil show to another. You’ll also have the chance to enjoy a demonstration of the new Chinese Poles act at Mystère.

Guests will have the opportunity to observe a training of one of the show’s signature acts from a vantage point seldom seen by the outside world, followed by a Q&A session with the artists and crew in the gorgeous Zumanity Theatre. Audience participation at Zumanity is always highly encouraged!

Join Criss’ right hand man, Maestro, along with his show sidekicks Slim, Lars, and Luigi as they give guests an interactive look at some of their favorite comedic magic tricks! Guest are also welcome to take a tour through the newly updated lobby experience, which includes memorabilia from Criss’ days in magic, including true-to-life sized custom choppers, a dunk tank and even the infamous bed of nails. The visit is wrapped by a panel discussion from show staff that give a look at the various changes and new illusions that have been incorporated into the show since it’s opening in 2008.

KÀ by Cirque du Soleil and Marvel Entertainment have teamed up to tell the heroic journey of KÀ through an all-new, collectible comic book: KÀ #1. Cirque Week will offer fans an exclusive copy of the Comic Book and the chance to ask the team a series of questions about the collaboration and creation of the book and get photos with some of the characters who have been immortalized by Marvel.

Learn the history of Zarkana from those who have traveled the world with the show. Learn what it takes to move a massive set across the planet and what it was like to perform in some of the most prestigious theatres – Radio City Music Hall and Kremlin State Palace Theatre. Guests will hear what changes have been made to the show to fit its new home at ARIA.

Treasure Island – TI Las Vegas will be the host hotel for this year’s headquarters where attendees can pick up their CIRQUE WEEK gift and credential. *The headquarters will be located at the registration desk on the second floor (convention/wedding level) which can be accessed by using the hotel guest elevators.

Guests will experience a rehearsal featuring all of the beautiful costumes, custom-designed by famed designer Thierry Mugler, and characters from Zumanity’s finale act, Extravaganza. Following the rehearsal, there will be a Q&A with select artists and representatives from Wardrobe who will talk about the fashions of Zumanity.

Fire! Learn what it takes for the performers and technicians to deal with the intense inferno acts night after night. The live fire demonstration will be followed by an in-depth Q&A.

Zarkana cast & crew will put on their teaching caps to give attendees a hands on class in some of the essential parts of the show, both on stage and off. Courses may include Rigging, Clowning, Wardrobe, Music, Juggling/Body Percussion. Class times are: 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm, 2:45 pm – 3:15 pm, and 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm. *Each time slot is limited to 100 attendees. Attendees will only be able to sign up for one time slot. Courses are subject to change and will be selected at random.

Guests will see footage of the inaugural One Night for ONE DROP, a one-night-only performance in Las Vegas benefitting ONE DROP, the non-profit organization created by Cirque du Soleil founder Guy Laliberté, that strives to ensure that water is accessible to all, today and forever. The show featured more than 230 Cirque du Soleil artists and guest performers such as Jackie Evancho, David Garibaldi, a dance piece choreographed by Sonya Tayeh and an original composition by award-winning composer Danny Elfman. Guests will also have a chance to meet the newly appointed director of One Night for ONE DROP 2014 and get to attend a rehearsal and a sneak preview of next year’s performance.

The characters of Mystère revealed. Meet the fantastical characters of Mystère and learn about the inspiration and story behind some of Cirque’s most beloved characters

Guests will have the unprecedented opportunity to learn “Thriller” choreography with cast from the show. Please note that no filming or photography will be allowed. Due to the interactive nature of this event, release forms will need to be signed in advance. Please wear comfortable shoes. *Event capacity capped at 200.

To thank our devoted Cirque fans, attendees are invited to a reception at Gilley’s at Treasure Island. Attendees will have a chance to mix and mingle with Cirque staff, enjoy some of Gilley’s amazing appetizers and signature Cirque cocktails. Plus, there will be a special appearance by Mystère iconic characters! *Advanced registration is not required for this event. Your CIRQUE WEEK credential will serve as your entry

See a special demonstration of the “Wash-Up” act followed by the chance to get up close and personal with some of KÀ’s puppets. Guests will receive a special gift inspired by the act.

LIGHT, the first-ever nightclub turned on by Cirque du Soleil, will open its doors for a special rehearsal for Cirque Week. The club features Cirque du Soleil acts throughout the night and Cirque Week attendees will see the action in the afternoon while the performers rehearse. Must be 21 years of age or older to attend. *Advanced registration is not required for this event. Your CIRQUE WEEK credential will serve as your entry.

Fans will have the opportunity to see an episode of the new Spike TV series “Criss Angel Believe” featuring Criss’ crazy stunts and illusions taped live here in Las Vegas! The screening will be followed by a Q&A with select members of the show production team.

At LOVE, a dance workshop will be hosted by Dance Master Katy Tate and LOVE’s Dance Captains. Fans will be able to learn a special routine to their favorite music that is exclusive to The Beatles LOVE production. Release forms will need to be signed in advance. Due to the interactive nature of this event, release forms will need to be signed in advance. Please wear comfortable shoes. *Capacity capped at 50 people / session. 45 minute sessions will be held at 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm.