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Cirque du Soleil 'Michael Jackson ONE' permanent Las Vegas show

RaZoR007 said:
I couldn't think of any so I pulled this from the internet, it probably sounds more appropriate to say "We climbed the infamous Mt Everest" than to say "We climbed the famous Mt Everest." It may sound good but it's definitely wrong.
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Yes. I know off topic and then I will stop. Infamous could apply to Mt. Everest since so many people have been killed there.

LOVE the new prints.
 
Bubs said:
That MJ shop looks like I could spend a loads of money there if I ever get there:yes:

Michael Bush looks like Santa with his silver hair and beard:D
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He does. LOL.
I had the chance to briefly meet with him last year when I was there and watching him with other fans he seems like a nice man. Very approachable and had no trouble talking with fans, answering their questions etc...
 
Bush is a sweet man. He chatted quite a bit this year and gave me a hug.
 
That's nice you got a hug. :)
Were there a lot of people there this year? I'm also a bit curious to know if it was more of an older crowd or mixed in ages.
 
SarahJ said:
That's nice you got a hug. :)
Were there a lot of people there this year? I'm also a bit curious to know if it was more of an older crowd or mixed in ages.
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It was nice to see it mixed both in age and race. The show was well-attended but there were less folks at the special afternoon performance. Not really surprised since it was Monday. Shame too since the dance number was great and the Name that Tune a lot of fun. The gal who won was amazing.
 
I'm glad it was a mixed crowd. I'll have to see if theres some video of the name that tune anywhere. Sounds like it was fun.
That cake looks amazing and very yummy.
 
ChrisC said:
Hey, brother. Visited from Scotland as well back in 2014 and asked this exact question.

My advice is get tickets right at the back. I know that sounds crazy but I want you to know this stage is HUGE. And it's not JUST the stage that makes this show special, there are big massive screens either side of the stage and the screens aren't depiciting what's happening on stage they are part of the overall performance - often times it's Michael on those screens and, if you're anything like me, you'll be transfixed to him more often than what's going on on stage.

If you're way down the front in those VERY expensive seats, you'll lose a lot of that visual information, save for physically turning your head to see it.

If I was going again I would sit in the exact same place which as I recall were the 2nd lowest price tier of tickets. So middle back basically. I bought my tickets from ticketmaster way in advance as the day I was due to arrive in Vegas was the last day the show was on - it was stopping for a Christmas break or something. I was worried if I missed that performance I would miss it entirely. So I can't advise you on where in Vegas to get tickets though I do remember seeing the discount sellers selling tickets for less popular shows than MJ One.

There's lots of great stuff in the shop and plenty of photo ops in the foyer prior to the show so get there early and soak up the atmosphere. You can also get an MJ themed cocktail at the bar and if you buy it large you get a souvenir MJ One cup to keep.

Good luck and enjoy. P.S. can i come with you? :D

EDIT: We were seated Section 203, Row NN, Seats 13-15. And here's a pic from my seat that I took on my phone...

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Thanks for the advice. I saw the show on Monday and I had a great view from the seats you recommended. And the show was fantastic !!!!
 
For #DWTS #cirquedusoleil night on Monday, @lzhernandez02 & @iamValC will perform to Michael Jackson's ONE.

Cirque du Soleil ?@Cirque
Rehearsals are in session for #DWTS, and @iamValC is picking up all of the right moves from #MJONE! Tune in to @DancingABC on Monday 8/7c!
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^^This DWTS clip deserves a thread of it's own. She's an Olympic champ, the dance was fantastic and Michael was praised for 10 minutes. Audience was roaring and applauding like maniacs.
First perfect score of the season too.

Love to see all this love for Michael.
 
pisces said:
Thanks for the advice. I saw the show on Monday and I had a great view from the seats you recommended. And the show was fantastic !!!!
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It is fantastic. That's for sure. Did you get one of the cocktails?
 
How cool, Ronnie Wood from RS went to see MJ!:clapping:

Cirque du Soleil ?@Cirque 11h11 hours ago
Say cheese! #MJONE knows that if there's ever a photo opportunity with @ronniewood from @RollingStones, they just HAVE to be in it! ???????

There is a little video clip with that tweet, but I don't know how to post it.

Found this
 
Is this show still going on?
My husband and I are planning to have a summer vacation in Las Vegas next year.

I went to Macau last month, but the Michael Jackson museum isn't no longer available.
I hope this doesn't happen again
 
dangerous2000watts said:
Is this show still going on?
My husband and I are planning to have a summer vacation in Las Vegas next year.

I went to Macau last month, but the Michael Jackson museum isn't no longer available.
I hope this doesn't happen again
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It's still running & is hugely successful.

There is no indication that it will finish it's run soon.

You should try and get really good tickets in advance.
 
http://www.vegasnews.com/155979/ste...teller-of-penn-teller-also-in-attendance.html

On Friday night, celebrities flocked to the critically acclaimed Cirque show, Michael Jackson ONE at Mandalay Bay. Legendary rocker Steven Tyler of Aerosmith attended the show with his girlfriend and a group of friends (Photos courtesy of Cirque du Soleil).

After the explosive show, Tyler and friends were escorted backstage for a private meet and greet with the cast of ONE. Tyler snapped photos and praised the cast for an amazing performance, commenting that the show was “Amazing…beyond belief.” He also noted that the electrifying act “Billie Jean” was his favorite moment in show.

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http://lasvegasmagazine.com/entertainment/2016/nov/18/michael-jackson-one-mandalay-bay/#/0

‘Michael Jackson One’ keeps King of Pop’s spirit fresh
By Matt Kelemen
November 18, 2016

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Michael Jackson has been gone for more than seven years, but his presence can be felt in Las Vegas more strongly than ever. Jackson felt at home in Vegas and was a part-time resident, but it’s Mandalay Bay’s resident Cirque du Soleil show Michael Jackson ONE that keeps the King of Pop’s spirit alive on the Strip. That spirit guides cast and crew at every show, and is especially present during special occasions such as this summer’s fourth annual celebration of Jackson’s Aug. 29 birthday at the Michael Jackson ONE Theatre, or the observance this week of the 25th anniversary of Jackson’s 1991 album Dangerous.

The weekend birthday celebration attracted hundreds of fans as well as members of the original creative team, including musical designer Kevin Antunes, choreographers Rich and Tone Talauega and writer-director Jamie King. They would all be on hand to witness the unveiling of the pinstripe suit Jackson wore in the video for “Smooth Criminal,” which remains on display in the theater lobby and joined the 10-foot Jackson statue that has stood in Mandalay Bay’s main lobby since July.

“When we opened the show three years ago, we had some of Michael’s costumes out in the boutique windows,” said Jerry Nadal, the senior vice president of Cirque’s Shows Division, in a video interview after several ONE cast members pulled a gold-colored drape from the six-sided display case to reveal the suit. “Now, in the main lobby here, we have the actual ‘Smooth Criminal’ suit that he wore in the video. It’s such an iconic piece of choreography that everybody knows.”

The 1930s gangster-style suit, modeled by a mannequin that performs the “anti-gravity lean” Jackson and his dancers execute in the video, was inspired by Fred Astaire in 1953’s The Band Wagon. The suit’s look and concept— a white, banded fedora, blue shirt and folded pocket square, blue armband and spats—would become an important element in ONE, inspiring the Smooth Criminals that battle the MJ Warriors. Costume designer Zaldy Goco designed the suits with UV drawings that are revealed when exposed to blacklight.

The HIStory statue that Mandalay Bay guests can see when they check in has intrinsic value to the show as well. Commissioned by Jackson for the cover of his HIStory album and created by American artist Diana Walczak, the 1,500-pound statue was brought on the HIStory tour. The album itself was a double-disc package containing greatest hits and a collection of new songs, many of which are included in Michael Jackson ONE and inspired characters and concepts for the show. “Tabloid Junkie” inspired the creation of Jackson’s antagonists, who wear capes featuring tabloid headlines in several languages, while “Stranger in Moscow,” “They Don’t Care About Us,” “Scream” and “Smile” provide moving and unforgettable moments in the show.

While much of ONE was thematically inspired by the newer material on HIStory, it was Dangerous that largely inspired the stage’s look. Set designer François Séguin wanted to bring the stage to life with the baroque look of the album cover and used moving towers, lights and video projections to evoke that. It doesn’t take a 25th anniversary or a birthday celebration to remind fans why ONE is still a thriller, though. To them, Jackson’s legacy is still alive and ONE testifies to why he was crowned the King of Pop.

Mandalay Bay, 7 & 9:30 p.m. Fri.-Tues., additional 7 & 9:30 p.m. show Nov. 23, $69-$180 plus tax and fee. 800.745.3000 Ticketmaster
 
LAWeeklyStreet ‏@LAWeeklyStreet

Celebrate the holidays with tix to Michael Jackson ONE by @Cirque & The Essential Michael Jackson 2-Disc Collection! http://www.laweekly.com/promotions/...ial-michael-jackson-2-disc-collection-7581707 …

Justin Roberts ‏@JustinRoberts

Aways amazed by the unbelievably gifted @Cirque performers...Teaming them with the art of Michael Jackson made "One" a PHENOMENAL experience
 
X RevZ/ Petra Steele ?@RealHorrorNovel

This tribute to Michael Jackson is PHENOMENAL .. now my hubs is a big MJ fan because he loved the show so much.
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Mario Lopez ?@MarioLopezExtra 8. Oct.

Fired up for the #MJONE @Cirque show!
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I would love if it was released on Blu-Ray - so us who can't go to Las Vegas could still get a chance to see it.
 
andjustice4MJ did retweet Michael Jackson

New generations of MJ fans. This is AWESOME.

Michael Jackson@michaeljackson

The cast of Michael Jackson ONE picked their favorite fan video from musical.ly's celebration of #Dangerous25: https://www.musical.ly/v/MzI5NzExNjE4MzA3Mjg5OTYwMjQzMjA.html …

Tom Vaughan ‏@tomvaughan 17. Dec.

Also, Cirque du Soleil's Michael Jackson One is simply amazing. Worth the trip to Vegas by itself. Already plan to see it again #MJOne

Clayton A. ‏@claytonashcraft 14. Dec.

The best @Cirque show I've ever seen! Really showcase MJs amazing legacy and love of life

Cirque du Soleil‏@Cirque 13. Dec.

Day 4 of #CirqueWayHoliday - This #holiday, #MJONE artists meet under the #mistletoe, the #CirqueWay!
https://twitter.com/Cirque/status/808770021715345408
 
Hess said:
I would love if it was released on Blu-Ray - so us who can't go to Las Vegas could still get a chance to see it.
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Only way i'd see any Cirque du Soleil show recorded on DVD is if the company where to stop doing performances, cause why attend if you can watch on video?
 
Hess said:
I would love if it was released on Blu-Ray - so us who can't go to Las Vegas could still get a chance to see it.
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I've been fortunate enough to see it, but for those who can't because it's either too far away or just can't afford it, I wish they could at least live stream a performance. Or at least air it on tv. It's such a great show and while there are You Tube vids they aren't really complete.
 
Would they ever release the IMMORTAL show on home release/streaming? It's not running anymore and brought in over $370M in ticket sales, surely they can give us an online version!
 
SarahJ said:
I've been fortunate enough to see it, but for those who can't because it's either too far away or just can't afford it, I wish they could at least live stream a performance. Or at least air it on tv. It's such a great show and while there are You Tube vids they aren't really complete.
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I think the ONLY way to enjoy this show is in the Michael Jackson One Theatre.
 
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