Thursday, November 5th, 2009
Viva ELVIS: Cirque du Soleil reveals name of new show in Las Vegas about Presley
LAS VEGAS - Elvis is coming to The Strip - Cirque du Soleil style.
Cirque du Soleil announced Thursday that its new show in Las Vegas will be called "Viva ELVIS."
The show will be a tribute to the life and music of Elvis Presley. It will have a permanent home at the Aria Resort&Casino at MGM Mirage's CityCenter complex, set to open in December.
Known for its extravagant theatrical performances combining live music, dance and acrobatics, the Quebec-based circus troupe announced plans for the show in August 2006.
Cirque du Soleil has teamed with CKX Inc. and Elvis Presley Enterprises to create the show.
