Life is Beautiful festival-goers seeking a never-before-seen production will experience a special collaboration between the internationally acclaimed show, The Beatles LOVE by Cirque du Soleil at The Mirage, and members of Southern Nevada’s premier professional symphony, The Las Vegas Philharmonic. On the closing afternoon of the festival’s three-day celebration of music, food, art and learning, the two organizations will come together in a one-of-a-kind showcase of artistic creativity and expression.
“Unexpected stage presentations like these are what sets Life is Beautiful apart from all other festivals around the country,” states founder Rehan Choudhry. “We’re always looking for exceptional ways to highlight the incredible artists who reside in our own backyard, while offering our patrons a highly distinctive and purposeful entertainment experience.”
Members of The Las Vegas Philharmonic will perform a 40-minute tribute to The Beatles, playing original scores adapted specifically for Life is Beautiful under the guidance of The Beatles LOVE Music Director Giles Martin. The set will include a captivating performance from LOVE featuring more than 50 dancers and aerialists from its resident production at The Mirage in Las Vegas.
“Combining live music from The Las Vegas Philharmonic and celebrating the legacy of The Beatles, all in a high-energy setting and different performance space at the Festival creates a unique performance opportunity for us,” said LOVE Head Coach Dan Niehaus. “We have customized our choreography and scenic elements specifically for an outdoor venue to recreate favorite moments from our show.”
“This collaboration and partnership represents an artistic vision and a unique and wonderful opportunity to work with incredible artists in the community. We have come to a point of intersection, the sweet spot that will tell the story, as the three organizations combine talents, dreams, and vision”, says Jeri Crawford, President and CEO of the Las Vegas Philharmonic.
The Beatles LOVE by Cirque du Soleil will perform with members of The Las Vegas Philharmonic at Life is Beautiful on Sunday, Oct. 26.
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{ SOURCE: Broadway World }
