Cirque Du Soleil – Twas The Night Before at Toyota Oakdale Theatre

When Christmas meets the circus, you know it’s about to get good! There’s nothing better than seeing a spectacular holiday themed bonanza delivered by one of the world’s most groundbreaking producigons! From the family of Cirque du Soleil, this magnificent presentation of high flying acrobats, aerial acts, dancers, and goofy clows are bound to blow you away and you’ll be brimming with Christmas spirit by the end of this show! Twas the Night Before brings stunning visuals, death defying performances, ethereal dancers, and a breathtaking score! It also delivers a fantastic storyline, designed to revive your love for the Christmas season! Twas the Night Before is one of Cirque Du Soleil’s most popular signature showdowns that has been enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of viewers across the world! This year, it comes back with a remarkable holiday bang, serving top calibre production in America’s most esteemed venues, including the Toyota Oakdale Theatre! So hurry and secure your access now and bring yourself and your whole family to this festive cirque extravaganza!

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Winner of seven Primetime Emmy Awards

Musicals are not the only thing that’s making a comeback this season! The holidays are surefire bringing in the most celebratory bonanza the entertainment circuit has ever seen. Twas A Night Before is a highly immersive experience that delivers circus, dance, musical, and groundbreaking score all at the same time! Talk about being a multi-feature presentation, this one’s got it all! A signature show by Cirque Du Soleil, ‘Twas The Night Before that serves top calibre production – from a grand stage set, to intricate costumes, mind blowing props, and tons of features. It’s truly an all-around spectacle designed to liven all your five senses. 

Twas the Night Before is Cirque Du Soleil’s first holiday themed bonanza directed by the esteemed James Hadley, and it’s surefire to bring all the stops. Premiering in 2019, the production became one of the fastest grossing shows of the French Canadian circus giant. 

The showcase features a fantastic storyline that could help audiences lift their holiday spirits. A thrilling rendition of Clement Clarke Moore’s dreamy poem “A Visit from Saint Nicholas,” this spectacle features a young girl named Isabella, who grew tired of the holidays and lost her Christmas spirit. Her father, Benjamin is finding a way to remind her of the beauty of the holidays to no avail. They used to read the book, Twas the Night Before during Christmas eve, but Isabella grew tired of the tradition. But one magical moment turns into a snow storm and separates the father and daughter. Isabella embarks on a magical journey into the upside-down inside-out world, where she meets high flying acrobats, dreamy dancers, kooky reindeers, and tons more interesting characters.

“A flurry of love” – Stage and Cinema

This acrobatic theatrical gem is a top-tier showcase featuring some of the most fantastic performers from across the globe. Cirque du Soleil proudly presents its plethora of acts, from acrobatic table, hoop diving, diabolo masters, duo straps, roller skating, hair suspension, and more. Expect to be stunned by these death defying acts as they perform in perfect sync with the fantastic score packed with reinvented holiday hits. Expect holiday favorites, such as “God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen,” “Up on the Rooftop,” “Deck the Halls,” “Joy to the World,” and “Twas the Night Before.”

Last year’s massive global tour brought out the best of the best in acrobatics. In terms of production, Twas the Night Before definitely blew audiences away. As expected the tour brought in rave reviews from professional critics. “The stage bursts to life with lights, music and dancing. As the story unfolds, acrobatics join the story line. It has you on the edge of your seat, gripping the arm rests and holding your breath all at once,” says Mary Aalgaard from Play Off the Page. 

Meanwhile, Lawrence Bommer from Stage and Cinema wrote, “Happily, ‘Twas’ reaches its joyous finale as Santa unpacks his sack, and gorgeous lights stream across the auditorium. Cirque du Soleil’s first Christmas-themed show is well described as a “flurry of love.” 

Finally, Julian Oquendo from DC Theater Arts had nothing but good words for this spectacle, “Cirque du Soleil’s ’Twas the Night Before… is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant holiday extravaganza. With its breathtaking acrobatics, meticulous craftsmanship, and enchanting narrative, the show is a celebration of family, joy, and the spirit of the holidays.”

“Visually stunning and emotionally resonant holiday extravaganza – DC Theater Arts

With roaring reviews and exceptional commercial performances, there is no mystery why Twas the Night Before became one of Cirque’s most in demand signature shows. Like any other Cirque du Soleil production, Twas the Night Before excells in trailblazing presentations – from state-of-the-art sound and lights, gravity defying stunts performed by the best acrobats in the world, impressive artistry, and an astounding musical score. The show pretty much demonstrates peak human abilities, coupled with exquisite costumes, and an incredible stage set. 

Lastly, the world class showdown takes over the legendary Toyota Oakdale Theatre. This season, Twas the Night Before makes the esteemed theater its home for its stop in Wallingford, Connecticut. The venue is most highly regarded for its top tier sound and light technology, superb ambiance, and state-of-the-art facilities. Truly, a visit to the venue is already a thrilling unique experience. Besides being a top calibre venue, its great location also makes it one of the most in demand venues in Connecticut. Toyota Oakdale Theatre is conveniently located in the bustling district with great dining options and ample parking. 

Don’t miss the festive cirque spectacle! It’s over 70 minutes of incredible gravity defying acts and stunning visuals. Your Christmas spirits are sure to be reignited with the plethora of astounding holiday songs. The legendary Cirque du Soleil is surefire to bring an awesome and utmost memorable experience. Twas The Night Before will take you on a grand spankin ‘ride across the winter wonderland and the Upside-Down and Inside-Out world. So hurry and secure your passes early before it’s too late!

“It has you on the edge of your seat: – Play Off the Page

ABOUT CIRQUE DU SOLEIL

The French Canadian entertainment giant has been serving incredible performances for four decades. The company’s top calibre production has been enjoyed by over 100 million viewers across the globe and has earned countless awards, including seven Primetime Emmy Awards, three Drama Desk Awards, a Daytime Emmy, and a Juno Award. Cirque du Soleil has also notably gained a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Today, it is the biggest and most esteemed global circus production that employs approximately 5,000 people across 50 territories.