The Cirque: An American Odyssey (1989)

In 1988, the Cirque du Soleil toured the United States and set up its big top in New York City - a grand three-ring circus in itself! - garnering rave reviews. Behind the scenes, artists working in the fledgling Quebec circus talk about what it means to them to be a part of this success, and also the price they pay for sharing the American Dream.

Cast (8)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

M

Michel Barette

A

Amélie Demay

D

Denis Lacombe

Guy Laliberté

A

Angela Laurier

F

Francine Dolorez Leonard

Y

Yves Neveu

A

Abe Pollin

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