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Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour to Play Adelaide Entertainment Center, 15-17 October

By: Jul. 05, 2013
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In response to hundreds of messages from Adelaide fans, the Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil announced today that Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World TourTM will now come to Adelaide in October this year as part of its Australian tour. This once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production uses Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture. Written and directed by Jamie King, the show includes 49 international dancers, musicians and acrobats. Since its world premiere in Montreal in October 2011, the enormously successful arena production has thrilled audiences across North America, Europe and Asia.

The Adelaide season has been added to the Australian tour which will include strictly limited engagements at Perth Arena (18 to 22 September), Sydney's Allphones Arena (26 to 29 September), Brisbane Entertainment Centre (2 to 6 October) and Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena (9 to 13 October) before finishing at Adelaide Entertainment Centre (15 - 17 October).

Michael Jackson fan club & Cirque Club members currently have exclusive access to purchase presale tickets online. Starting Wednesday 10 July at 9am, tickets for the Adelaide season will be available to the general public at www.ticketek.com.au or by calling 132 849. Tickets range from $89 to $189 each.

Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour is a riveting fusion of visuals, dance, music and fantasy that immerses audiences in Michael's creative world. Aimed at lifelong fans as well as those experiencing Michael's creative genius for the first time, the show captures the essence, soul and inspiration of the King of Pop, celebrating a legacy that continues to transcend generations.

THE IMMORTAL World Tour takes place in a fantastical realm where we discover Michael's inspiration and the wellspring of his creativity. The secrets of Michael's inner world are unlocked-his love of music and dance, fairy tale and magic, and the fragile beauty of nature.

The underpinnings of THE IMMORTAL World Tour are Michael Jackson's powerful, inspirational music and lyrics-the driving force behind the show-brought to life with extraordinary power and breath- taking intensity. Through unforgettable performances Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour underscores Michael's global messages of love, peace and unity.

Writer and Director Jamie King is a multiple Emmy Award and MTV Video Music Award nominee and has choreographed some of the most popular music videos and directed some of the highest-grossing concert tours of all time. For the past 12 years, he has served as Madonna's creative director, and most recently directed world tours for Rihanna, Celine Dion, Spice Girls and Britney Spears. King has worked with an array of superstars including Ricky Martin, Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, Shakira, George Michael, Elton John, Diana Ross and Jennifer Lopez. This is Jamie's first show with Cirque du Soleil.

Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour features the diverse talents of the following creative minds: Guy Laliberté - Creative Guide; Gilles Ste-Croix - Creative Guide; Chantal Tremblay - Director of Creation; Jamie King - Writer and Director; Carla Kama - Associate Show Director; Kevin Antunes - Musical Designer; Greg Phillinganes - Music Director; Mark Fisher - Set Designer; Michael Curry - Props and Scenic Designer; Zaldy Goco - Costume Designer; Germain Guillemot - Acrobatic Performance Designer; Scott Osgood - Rigging and Acrobatic Equipment Designer; Olivier Goulet - Projection Designer; Martin Labrecque - Lighting Designer; François Desjardins - Sound Designer; Travis Payne - Choreographer; Rich and Tone Talauega - Choreographers; Debra Brown - Acrobatic Choreographer; Napoleon and Tabitha Dumo - Choreographers; Jamal Sims - Choreographer; Cloud and Tamara Levinson - Choreographers; MAndy Moore - Choreographer; Florence Cornet - Makeup Designer.

For tour schedule and ticket information, please visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/michaeljackson.



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