Disclosure: My tickets to “O” by Cirque du Soleil were provided as part of a hosted creator visit.
A Las Vegas show night at Bellagio 🎭 I went to “O” by Cirque du Soleil on November 6 and shared a few stories from the evening. Here are three photos from the performance, plus a little background on the show and the details to check before you go.
One important note about my visit: the performance was abruptly stopped due to an alarm. That interruption is part of my experience, so this post is a photo diary and planning guide rather than a review of a complete, uninterrupted show.
Watch my “O” by Cirque du Soleil Reel on Instagram.
A look inside “O”
The photos show just how much is happening across the space: swimmers in the pool, performers on the stage and a ship suspended overhead. The red costumes stand out against the blue water, with the lighting giving each part of the scene a different mood.
Another frame looks up toward the theater ceiling, where an aerial performer hangs from a sweeping metal structure. It gives you a different perspective on the scale of the production, beyond what is happening at pool level.
The third photo captures a fire act beside the water. The flames and their reflections fill the scene with warm light, a very different look from the blues in the aerial shot.
What is “O” by Cirque du Soleil?
“O” is Cirque du Soleil’s resident production at Bellagio in Las Vegas. Its name sounds like eau, the French word for water, and its pool holds 1.5 million gallons. Those details come from Cirque du Soleil’s official show page.
The production combines acrobatics, artistic swimming, diving and theatrical characters around the water. Bellagio’s show guide describes performers working in, on and above it, which is reflected in these photos.
What to know before you go
Location: The “O” Theatre at Bellagio, Las Vegas.
Length: The scheduled runtime is 90 minutes without an intermission.
Ages: The minimum age is five. Cirque notes that loud sounds and dark moments may frighten some children. See the official show FAQ for details.
Choosing seats: Bellagio identifies the first three rows as “wet seats,” where you may get splashed. Limited-view seats can have restrictions from railings or the viewing angle. Check those labels before purchasing on the Bellagio FAQ.
Tickets and dates: Check your preferred date, seat location and final total through Cirque du Soleil’s official “O” page. Show schedules and ticket availability can change.
Have you seen “O” at Bellagio? Let me know which Cirque du Soleil show you’ve been to.
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