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Cirque du Soleil’s Toruk – The First Flight

in Attractions on 12/15/16

Cirque du Soleil’s Toruk – The First Flight

Dazzling Immersive Storytelling

Cirque du Soleil is back in Vancouver but it’s not here for long. TORUK the First Flight is only here from December 13th-18th at the Pacific Coliseum. Inspired by Canadian filmaker James Cameron’s blockbuster hit movie Avatar (which we’ve also seen). It’s set on the moon of Pandora and is supposed to be about 3,000 years before the time frame of events in the movie. The story captivates you as it unfolds and tells the story of Pandora’s past through the question of three young Na’vi Ralu, Entu and Tsyal as they head out on a quest to save the sacred Tree of Souls.

Cirque du Soleil Toruk First Flight

Image by: Michelle Sutter – Powered by Mom

My family and I got to experience the immersive storytelling that is Cirque du Soleil’s Toruk – The First Flight this week. We’ve been to Cirque du Soleil shows in Las Vegas and ones in the big tents here in Vancouver. We’ve enjoyed every single one of them for their high flying acrobatics, stunning landscapes that come together so smoothly that it’s almost magical. Toruk – The First Flight did not disappoint. The impressive sets will have you leaning forward in your seats to take in all of the stunning visuals that appear before you. The storyteller is also a Na’vi who hear at different intervals of the show. The rest of the cast speaks the “language” of the Na’Vi and there’s not a lot of dialogue but it’s not needed as you truly lose yourself in the story.

My teen-aged daughter and her younger cousin were very excited to see Cirque du Soleil’s Toruk – The First Flight. The cute hoodie is a souvenir, they both ended up getting one. 

irque du Soleil Toruk First Flight

Image by: Michelle Sutter – Powered by Mom

You will find yourself mesmerized by the dazzling landscape as it would masterfully change from one scene to the next, and as mentioned it’s an immersive experience of dazzling landscapes and storytelling. This is the first Cirque du Soleil show where you can become a part of the experience, thanks to the official TORUK mobile app.

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You’ll want to download it, especially if you have kids with you, if I had thought about it I would have downloaded it in advance of the show. The kids (and adults) will enjoy the fun surprises that pop up thanks to the mobile app, no spoilers, just trust me and download it. There is free wifi as well for the show but you’ll thank me for downloading it in advance.

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I had read beforehand about the show that the focus was on the story, bringing it to life and incorporating the acrobatics into the story. Whereas in other Cirque du Soleil productions the acrobatics would be the scene, at least from the ones we’ve seen. We’ve always enjoyed the amazing acrobatics and the Cirque du Soleil shows we’ve been to in the past would have a lot of acrobatics (we’ve been to four other shows).

Cirque du Soleil Toruk First Flight

Image by: Michelle Sutter – Powered by Mom

We did notice that Toruk – The First Flight had less acrobatics so we did find it to be a different experience than other shows but they also had the most spectacular effects and sets out of any of the shows we’ve seen. As a visual learner I was so engrossed in taking in all that the landscapes and Artists themselves had to offer that  I would sometimes forget to listen when the storyteller was speaking. That’s how spectacular the visual effects and sets were and the artists moved so fluidly in the scenes. I can see why the Acrobatic Performance Designer, Germain called it “a music of the body”.

Cirque du Soleil Toruk First Flight

Image by: Michelle Sutter – Powered by Mom

Now of course not everyone is like me, my husband for example would hear every word and I know my daughter and her cousin would gasp sometimes when the set seemed to magically change in front of them. While there may have been less in the way of acrobatics compared to other Cirque du Soleil productions we all still had a wonderful time watching and experiencing the show from the fun of the app to appreciating one stunning visual after the other. I don’t think I’ve ever seen so many colours and imaginative creations on one stage. If you’re even thinking of going don’t think do it, as the show has been so popular that they added a show this past Tuesday. It’s a unique person that you all can enjoy. Once again Cirque du Soleil gave us a reason to go out for a fabulous night out with the family.  To get ticket information on family packs an more visit  cirquedusoleil.com.

Cirque du Soleil Toruk First Flight Tree of Souls

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I’m Michelle aka Powered by Mom. I’m married with one daughter, my hubby was my high school sweetheart, our two dogs Nyx and Cleo and our cat Oliver. As you can see we’re a family of animal lovers. We love to travel when we can, try different food and activities all over the world and enjoy being together. My passions are writing, travelling, creating new recipes, encouraging people to adopt not shop and just to enjoy life while we can.

As an animal lover I also volunteer with a rescue organization called Three Little Pitties All Breed Rescue. I'm part of the cat program Three Little Kitties Saving Kitties which tries to save as many cats as possible in Houston, Texas which has a huge overpopulation fo cats and they euthanize far too many cats (and dogs) we want to change that. Please check out their Facebook page and consider donating https://www.facebook.com/ThreeLittlePittiesRescueSavingKitties

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Comments

  1. Anne C says

    December 18, 2016 at 8:54 PM

    Love the photos!

    Reply
  2. Belinda Burton says

    December 18, 2016 at 7:49 PM

    I have always wanted to see a Cirque du Soleil performance. This looks amazing!

    Reply
  3. Nancy says

    December 18, 2016 at 5:44 PM

    We have seen a couple of their shows. They are just amazing!

    Reply
  4. heather s says

    December 18, 2016 at 4:05 PM

    This looks amazing. I bet you had lots of fun. I love how intense cirque du soleil shows are and all the talented performers

    Reply
  5. Deborah D says

    December 18, 2016 at 11:25 AM

    I always wanted to go and see them but never had the chance,

    Reply
  6. lisa says

    December 18, 2016 at 10:52 AM

    It sounds like the kids enjoyed themselves. It’s something different to do.

    Reply
  7. David Heath says

    December 18, 2016 at 7:29 AM

    this looks amazing!

    Reply
  8. Christie says

    December 18, 2016 at 7:12 AM

    A friend of mine is going to see this show this month and it looks incredible.

    Reply
  9. Glendy C says

    December 17, 2016 at 6:45 PM

    Looks great ?

    Reply
  10. Lorri says

    December 17, 2016 at 6:01 PM

    I am so glad I found this post. I have been planning to see Cirque Du Soleils forever. This looks amazing.

    Reply
  11. Vickie says

    December 17, 2016 at 5:12 PM

    That’s for the back story.
    A few of my friends have seen this show and loved it a lot..as usual for any of their shows!

    Reply
  12. Linda w. says

    December 17, 2016 at 3:31 PM

    I very heard such great things about this show. I love how you can interact with your phone.

    Reply
  13. Dotty J Boucher says

    December 16, 2016 at 9:06 PM

    WOW! this looks so magical, I have seen and read so much about this but yet have gone, maybe someday, Love all
    the pictures here.

    Reply
  14. Anne says

    December 16, 2016 at 7:10 PM

    Cirque du Soleil is awesome. Even after all these years, they still manage to be innovative. Interesting that they’ve come up with an app that lets the audience become part of the show. Wow!

    Reply
  15. Kenia says

    December 16, 2016 at 6:07 PM

    I have always wanted to go to one of these shows. They never come to town. They always look amazing!

    Reply
  16. Terry Poage says

    December 16, 2016 at 3:26 PM

    It looks like an amazing how. All the lights and colors are so pretty.

    Reply
  17. laura says

    December 16, 2016 at 2:25 PM

    This looks amazing! I would love to take my daughter to see this.

    Reply
  18. Judy Calloway says

    December 16, 2016 at 2:23 PM

    I have always wanted to see one of their shows but have never gotten the chance to. Maybe one day! I have heard it is just awesome to go and see/watch! It looks like you guys had a blast ! Thank you so much for sharing!

    Reply
  19. Darla says

    December 16, 2016 at 5:40 AM

    Never heard of it. I’m sure you made some fond memories. It looks fascinating

    Reply
  20. Dandi D says

    December 16, 2016 at 3:56 AM

    I’ve always wanted to see one of their shows–it looks amazing!

    Reply
  21. Crafty Nunn says

    December 16, 2016 at 3:52 AM

    Oh my gosh, I wish I could see it. That looks amazing. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply

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