Ever wonder what happens behind the stage and during rehearsals for a Cirque du Soleil show? ClickTheCity brings you behind the scenes of Saltimbanco in Manila with these exclusive photos. Have a sneak peek of the artist rehearsals, and what's beyond the Saltimbanco stage.
Cirque du Soleil opened its doors for select media during their very first rehearsal of Saltimbanco at the Mall of Asia Arena.
During rehearsals, artists are harnessed with safety equipment. During actual shows, these harnesses are not worn, explains Maxime Charbonneau, Cirque du Soleil Publicist.
Saltimbanco brings over 250 pairs of custom-made shoes wherever they set up a show! Some of these are repainted by hand before every performance.
Included on tour right now with Saltimbanco is Canadian-born Filipino guitarist Adrian Andres. He provides engaging live music for the show along with a band. Oh, and he loves adobo (who doesn't?).
Costumes are handmade by artisans in Montreal, Canada, and over 3,000 costumes travel city to city in over 50 road cases. Saltimbanco's equipment on tour totals 180 tons!
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