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Two things that come to mind when
visitors think of Las Vegas is Cirque du Soleil and Elvis. So it was
only a matter of time before the two became one. Viva Elvis! Is the
newest Cirque experience on the Strip, finding a home at
Aria Hotel Resort in Citycenter. Written and directed by Vincent
Patterson, this 90 minute showcase is a visually stunning tribute to
the King. Viva Elvis! combines high energy dance, acrobatics and
live music that takes the audience through all of the classics,
"Jailhouse Rock", "Love me Tender", and "Hound Dog" only scratch the
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show ranges from big band swings
with poodle skirts and greased back hair, to romantic love songs with
lovers swooping through the air in a suspended ballet, to the turbulent
political environment of the 60’s. This is no overweight impersonators
delight, no chest hair and sequined spandex here!
This show is an emotional timeline of the life and achievements of the
legend that is Elvis Presley and the long standing relationship the
artist had with the city of Las Vegas. The sets and costumes change with
the time periods, just as Elvis’ music changed with new influences. Huge
multimedia screens light up the stage with recorded interviews, concerts
and television appearances while the endlessly talented Cirque dancers
showcase their many talents with jaw-dropping aerial performances and
effortlessly choreographed routines.
Whether you are a die hard fan with Graceland bumper-stickers, hungry
for the nostalgia of the iconic days when Elvis was in his prime, or a
casual fan looking to be impressed by the signature fire of any Cirque
performance and bop your head to the classic music, Viva Elvis! Is an
impressive showcase, and one worthy of bearing the name Elvis.
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