Cirque du Soleil is celebrating the global spirit and excitement for FIFA World Cup 26™ with the return of LUZIA to Toronto, 10 years after its debut in 2016. Hailed by critics the world over, LUZIA is a delightful and visually-stunning creation that invites audiences to escape to an imaginary Mexico – a surreal world suspended between dreams and reality. LUZIA, the 38th production of Cirque du Soleil, seamlessly weaves tradition and modernity in a series of grand surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances from mind-bending contortion to gravity-defying vertical pole jumping; and of course, in renowned Cirque du Soleil creativity – turning the beloved sport of football (soccer) into a high-energy act that mixes freestyle street dance with awe-inspiring ball manipulation.
LUZIA will be presented in Toronto, ON, from June 18 – August 3, 2026, bringing the iconic Big Top back to Lake Shore Blvd. W. Advance tickets are available now to Club Cirque members; membership is free to join via www.clubcirque.com, to receive exclusive benefits. Tickets go on sale for the general public beginning Tuesday, October 14, 10am ET, including a NEW – $15 Kids Days Ticket for children ages 2-16, on select shows (conditions apply). For details and additional offers, go to www.cirquedusoleil.com/luzia.
Water as a Source of Inspiration
Integrating the element of water inside the Big Top in LUZIA is a first for a Cirque du Soleil touring production. The stage floor has 94,657 hidden holes that allow water to drain into a 5,000-litre basin underneath the stage. The water reserve is constantly recycled and filtered during the entire run of show in each city; and maintained at a comfortable 39°C for the well-being of artists. LUZIA uses approximately 10,000 litres of water in total for its artistic and acrobatic scenes such as Cyr Wheel artists rolling and spinning under pouring rain, and a mesmerizing Aerial Straps act that sees an artist diving in and out of an ancient cenote (natural sinkhole) while a life-sized puppet jaguar curiously looks on.
Written and directed by Daniele Finzi Pasca, in association with Brigitte Poupart, LUZIA is a waking dream where light (“luz” in Spanish) quenches the spirit, and rain (“lluvia”) soothes the soul.
Following the Toronto run, LUZIA will continue its Canadian tour and head west to Vancouver, BC, from November 4 to December 15, 2026.
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