Everyone seems to have heard of The Blue Man Group, yet many are uncertain what exactly it is that they do. Cirque du Soleil is one of Vegas's biggest success stories. This French-Canadian performance troupe now has 5 different shows being performed on stages in Vegas, and they all rank among the city's most popular shows!

In residence at the Treasure Island Hotel and Casino, Mystere was the original Las Vegas Cirque du Soleil show. It was first performed in 1993 and, according to many Cirque du Soleil fans, remains the best of the bunch. Mystere perfectly showcases the unique mix of avant-garde performance art and incredible acrobatics that made Cirque du Soleil so famous, and audiences pack the seats at Treasure Island Mystere Theater night after night! Mystere is divided into 9 very unique acts, each with its own memorable characters. Costumes and makeup play a big role in creating the world of Mystere. The bright feathers of the fire birds, outlandish pink suit of the emcee no one listens to, and backward masks of the Chinese pole climbers help bring these (and many other) characters to life.

Mystere's incredibly talented cast will take your breath away with their astonishing displays of strength, flexibility, and balance. The aerial high bar act features an ensemble of world-class gymnasts who effortlessly fly and spin 40 feet above the stage. The trampoline and Korean plank performers move with astonishing speed and grace, and the cube master appears to defy gravity during his unique act. A definite highlight is the bungee trapeze artists, who move with such grace and unison for people tethered to elastic bands. Just because it's artsy doesn't mean Mystere isn't funny, too. The pesky clowns and over-grown baby will have you rolling in the aisles with laughter.

The music of Mystere is also quite enjoyable. A eclectic group of musicians and singers provide the show's soundtrack. Rock and roll, funk, and African tribal beats contribute in setting the mood for different acts, and the big bangs of the giant Taiko drum are essential in opening and closing the show.

Evening performances are at 7 PM or 9:30 PM, and there is a Sunday matinée at 4:30 PM. Thursdays and Fridays the Mystere cast take a well-deserved break, and there are no shows.

Whether you're a seasoned Cirque du Soleil ticket buyer or this is your very first time, you're sure to fall in love with Mystere.