According to ICI Radio Canada, the recent political situation in Turkey has pushed Cirque du Soleil to cancel 40 performances of the upcoming 45 DEGREES show Blüm, which was scheduled from August 16 to September 17, 2016. Blüm was custom designed for the Horticultural Expo 2016 Antalya, held in Turkey until October 30.
“We were not able to ensure the safety of our employees to our satisfaction.” – Marie-Hélène Lagacé, Senior Public Relations Manager of the Cirque du Soleil. A total of 70 people were involved in the show, many of whom are employees of Cirque du Soleil. “This is a decision for their safety,” repeated Marie-Hélène Lagacé Radio-canada.ca.
