Unofficial Cultural Ambassadors of Canada - Cirque du Soleil’s Alizé Makes Berlin Its Permanent European Home
Cirque du soleil is bringing its first permanent resident show in Europe to Berlin. Titled Alizé, the production marks a bold new direction for the company, blending immersive stagecraft with cutting-edge entertainment. The show’s creative director, Émilie Émiroglou, leads a team redefining what audiences expect from live performances.
A behind-the-scenes documentary, Cirque du soleil: Alizé – The Magic Behind the Unseen, will air on RTL on Friday, November 28, at 11:15 PM. It reveals the early rehearsals and venue transformations shaping this ambitious project.
Cirque du soleil started small in 1984 as a street performance by Canadian artist Guy Laliberté. Over four decades, it has grown into a global powerhouse with around 4,000 employees, including 1,200 artists from 80 countries. Often called Canada’s greatest cultural export, its performers act as unofficial ambassadors, showcasing creativity on an international stage.
Every Cirque du soleil show aims to immerse audiences through music, lighting, and movement. Alizé pushes this further, exploring new artistic dimensions. Daniel Lamarre, the company’s President and CEO, describes it as a fresh approach to entertainment.
While Alizé settles in Berlin’s Theater am Potsdamer Platz, other German cities will host the classic production Alegría. Tickets are now on sale for Munich (February 5 to March 8, 2026) and Gerresheim (March 26 to April 26, 2026).
The premiere of Alizé strengthens Cirque du soleil’s presence in Europe. The documentary offers a rare glimpse into its creation before the show opens. With Alegría also touring Germany, audiences will have multiple chances to experience the company’s signature blend of spectacle and storytelling.
