News Summary:
On September 23, 2026, Cirque du Soleil announced that tickets are now on sale for its 2027 resident productions across the U.S., encompassing performances in Las Vegas, Orlando, and Waikīkī. This includes specific Las Vegas productions such as "Mystère" at Treasure Island, "O" at Bellagio, "KÀ" at MGM Grand, and "Michael Jackson ONE" at Mandalay Bay, with shows beginning in January 2027. Previously, on September 16, Philippe Lalumiere, VP IT at Cirque du Soleil, discussed the company's first production AI project, highlighting the inherent complexity of managing a circus operation. This follows an earlier announcement on September 10, when Cirque du Soleil detailed its 2026 innovation portfolio, which centers on two pillars: performance and technology. The projects span early explorations to near-production initiatives, covering areas like robotics, video, projection apparatus design, and customer experience.