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IRIS by Cirque du Soleil

6801 Hollywood Blvd, Kodak Theatre, Los Angeles, CA
Ranked #3 of 353 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 217 Reviews
Type: Performances
Owner description: IRIS A Journey through the World of Cinema(™), the first permanent production from Cirque du Soleil® in Los Angeles and taking up residence... more » Owner description: IRIS A Journey through the World of Cinema(™), the first permanent production from Cirque du Soleil® in Los Angeles and taking up residence exclusively at the world-renowned Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center. IRIS is a lyrical, fanciful, kinetic foray through the world of cinema bringing together dance, acrobatics, live video, and filmed sequences and takes spectators on a fantastic voyage through the history of cinema and its genres.Featuring 72 performers, 200 costumes, 8,300 square feet of floor surface, 174 loudspeakers, 603 lighting features, 20 video projectors, and 166,000 watts of sound, IRIS joins the other Cirque du Soleil resident productions in scale, scope and size. IRIS is written and directed by French director-choreographer Philippe Decoufle, whose credits include opening and closing ceremonies of the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville. IRIS features music by Grammy® and Emmy Award® winner and Academy Award® nominee Danny Elfman. « less
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Medicine Hat
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

Having seen a few Cirque shows, I was almost under the impression that I knew what to expect, and I was definitely wrong! The show was most definitely unique. There was acrobatics, singing, dancing, and everything in between. If you are a fan of cirque, or just theatre in general, you will likely enjoy this. We paid $78 for seats... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

It is fantastic. The best show in town.. The staging is tremendous and the performers are unbelievable. The music was beautiful. Go to see it!

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Santa Clarita, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This is almost overwhelming in the amount of visual stimulus, but is just so fun. It will be worth the trips back to catch some of the many things that were missed the first time around. Definitely the Varsity Team of Cirque du Soleil.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

probably not the best cirque du soleil show but tremendous effects with cameras and lights. had some weak parts between the scene. but the entertainment factor was great. and some stunning "hollywood" effects made ths show to an unforgetable experience at the kodak theater, where the oscars take place

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Pasadena CA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

This was my First Cirque experience and it was really fun! These performers are amazing and it's visually stunning. The Kodak theater is wonderful as well.

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Thousand Oaks, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Been to couple of cirque show ranging from Vegas to tours such as Kooza and Ovo, and I must say this one was by far real entertaining. It was a joy to watch and will recommend to others.

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Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

I loved the show and the kodack theater is fabulous The show is amazing the actros and the dancer are also amazing ..no wider it is cirque du soleil ...

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Baku
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

not very good screenwriter but shows effects and artiss just excellent. Would recommend. We had seats near orchestra but view was perfect.

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Sherwood Park, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

If your a film fan, this is it!!! The most incredible show I have ever seen!

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

I've seen many Cirque shows in this one is by far my favorite. The set is amazing, and the show itself has the perfect mix of acrobatics, dance, and comedy. The clowns were wonderful, at one point I was laughing so hard I cried. I also don't think there is a bad seat in the house, which is great when... More

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