Have you ever been to a live Cirque Du Soliel performance?

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I’ve seen Mystere when they were in Vegas, and another when they were in New York. Mystere was my favorite because the way they had it set up, it was almost like the performers were swinging out far enough to touch you. Simply amazing show.

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