NEW ST LOUIS SHOW ADDED FOR FEBRUARY 8, 2012
Longtime Michael Jackson Collaborator Greg Phillinganes,
Top Musical Designer Kevin Antunes Joining Creative Team
Tickets Available Starting Monday, April 18
St‐Louis, April 18, 2011 – Due to strong demand, an additional performance has been added to the St‐Louis stop of Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour™ at the Scottrade Center. The new performance is Wednesday, February 8, 2012, which is in addition to the previously announced performance on Tuesday, February 7, 2012.
Starting Monday, April 18, tickets will be available at www.Ticketmaster.com or by calling 1‐800‐745‐3000. Tickets range from $50 to $250 each. Groups of 20 and more can get a 10% dicount by calling 314‐622‐2541.
Cirque du Soleil also announced that Greg Phillinganes, one of Michael Jackson’s key creative collaborators on some of his most memorable tours and albums, has joined the Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour creative team as music director, providing an unparalleled depth of knowledge of Michael’s music and the live Michael Jackson experience. Phillinganes was music director for Michael’s Bad and Dangerous tours and worked on such iconic albums as Off The Wall, Thriller, Bad, Dangerous, Invincible, and the latest release Michael.
Kevin Antunes, one of the industry’s top musical designers, will join creative team as musical designer and will also team with Phillinganes to work on the score for this landmark production. Antunes has worked directly for Madonna, Justin Timberlake and *NSYNC, and has performed with artists such as Janet Jackson, Timbaland, Britney Spears, Aerosmith, Mary J Blige, Alicia Keys, Taylor Swift, Snoop Dogg and Christina Aguilera, among others.
Written and directed by Jamie King, this once‐in‐a‐lifetime electrifying production will combine Michael Jackson music and choreography with 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.
A riveting fusion of visuals, dance, music and fantasy that immerses audiences in Michael’s creative world and literally turns his signature moves upside down, Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour unfolds Michael Jackson’s artistry before the eyes of the audience. 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 inspirational Giving Tree—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 are Michael Jackson’s powerful, inspirational music and lyrics—the driving force behind the show—brought to life with extraordinary power and breathless intensity. Through unforgettable performances Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour underscores Michael’s global messages of love, peace and unity.
For complete tour and ticket information, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/MichaelJackson.
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