Photo Flash: WINTUK's Times Square 'Sneak Peek'

With the flexibility of a contortionist and the skill of a rhythmic gymnast, Wintuk artist Elena Lev presented a mind-boggling yet graceful performance with hoops spinning all around her body.

Additionally, a hula-hoop expert lead the public in a workshop as they attempted to learn some new moves and tricks and the first 50 hula hooping participants received two complementary tickets to a select Wintuk performance! Cirque du Soleil, MSG Entertainment and Base Entertainment welcome back Wintuk, an enchanting winter tale for the whole family, presented exclusively at the WaMu Theater at Madison Square Garden from November 11, 2009 - January 3, 2010. Tickets on-sale now!

Wintuk is an exciting winter adventure about a boy's quest for snow. The show weaves thrilling acrobatics, breathtaking theatrical effects and memorable songs into an extraordinary journey to an imaginary land called Wintuk. The boy and his companions deliver endless excitement, exhilaration and intrigue. Wintuk tickets are available now and range from $40.00 to $220.00. For tickets and information go to www.cirquedusoleil.com, www.wamuatmsg.com, www.ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster at 212-307-1000. 

Cirque du Soleil is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2009. From a group of 20 street performers at its beginnings in 1984, Cirque is now a major Quebec-based organization providing high-quality artistic entertainment. The company has more than 4,000 employees from over 40 different countries, including 1,000 performing artists. Cirque du Soleil has brought wonder and delight to almost 90 million spectators in over 200 cities on five continents. In 2009, Cirque du Soleil will present 20 shows simultaneously throughout the world.

For more information about Cirque du Soleil, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com.

Photo Credit: Amanda Schwab/Starpix