Event & Arena News

Columbus, OH - June 22, 2009 - Cirque du Soleil is pleased to return to Columbus this Summer with a new touring production. The Saltimbanco Arena Tour will make its last US stop in Columbus this Summer at the Nationwide Arena from August 12 to 23, 2009. Tickets are now available at the Nationwide arena box office, by phone at 1 800 -745-3000 or online at www.cirquedusoleil.com/saltimbanco.

Saltimbanco is a signature Cirque du Soleil show with a style that borrows from theatre, dance and music and where spectacular costumes, lighting and make-up take center stage. The cast of 50 high-caliber artists hail from 20 countries and will amaze audiences with their astonishing acrobatics presented in the unique Cirque style. Full of color, amusement and amazement, Saltimbanco is a fun show for the whole family to enjoy a high intensity acrobatic spectacle.

Since its world premiere in 1992, Saltimbanco has toured the world and thrilled more than 10 million people on five continents. For 14 years, the show performed in the trademark Cirque du Soleil big top. In 2007, Saltimbanco embarked on a new arena tour across North America.

Ticket Information:
Adults: $45 to $95
Children (12 & Under): $36 to $76

Columbus Show Schedule (August 12 to 23)
Tuesday, Wednesdays & Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.
Friday & Saturdays at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sundays at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.

*There will be no performances on Friday, August 14.