In Dublin for the first time the world famous Cirque du Soleil brings the show Quidam to Irish audiences.
From humble beginnings on the streets of Montreal, Cirque du Soleil has become one of the world's best known circus shows. Fifty performers and musicians from around the world have arrived in the capital to show off their acrobatic prowess.
Artistic Director Sean MacKeown explains how the show is constantly evolving and how they are always striving to quite literally raise the bar.
Acrobat Donna Stevens describes the challenge of both doing acrobatics and acting at the same time.
With a good audience response, you give your heart.
Cirque du Soleil has waited twenty five years to come to Ireland and promoters have been surprised by the public interest in the show. Quidam has been seen by 90 million people worldwide since it began in 1984. The show tells the story of a girl named Zoe who longs for more attention from her parents.
An RTÉ News report broadcast on 31 March 2009. The reporter is Tadhg Enright.
Cirque du Soleil had a limited run at Dublin's O2 arena from 31 March to 5 April 2009.
