It’s official! The “˜Cirque du Soleil’ big top is up! The Plateau at National Harbor is home for this season’s spell binding production. Cirque du Soleil currently has 21 amazing shows in production. “Totem” is one of the company’s most popular productions and is currently touring the country. “Totem” officially opens this Wednesday August 15th on Maryland’s waterfront getaway, the National Harbor.

Call it a family staycation or night out, either way experience the fascinating journey thru the evolution of man told the Cirque du Soleil way. Prepare to be thrilled, impressed and amazed by the beautiful costumes and unbelievable story telling through acrobatics and gymnastics.  To see for yourself, check out this preview of the show.

Can’t make it to the DC area for “Totem?” Don’t worry, “Totem” will open in Atlanta on October 26th and after that exclusive engagement the production heads to Miami for another exciting run. If you are going to visit the big apple soon, Cirque du Soleil’s popular production of “˜Zarkana’ is still amazing fans in New York City. Buy your tickets soon! “Zarkana’s” final curtain call in NYC is September 2nd! If you happen to be in Baltimore August 23rd, you can experience the unique blend of East and West in the fabulous production of “Dralion.”

If you are going to visit one of these great cities, try and catch a “˜Cirque du Soleil’ show.  It’s more than just a circus and we guarantee you’ll be amazed and you’ll love it! To purchase tickets to any Cirque du Soleil show, please visit: www.cirquedusoleil.com. Pre-sale discount tickets ($10 off) for the October 3-7 “˜Totem’ shows are on sale now! Join the “˜Cirque Club‘ to receive exclusive discounts on the fabulous Cirque du Soleil shows coming to your home town. It’s Free!

See you under the big top.

BMWK:  Have you ever had the pleasure of attending a Cirque du Soleil performance?  Were you amazed?

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