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When a circus is not a circus
Let's be honest. Seeing Saltimbanco Live is an experience by itself. Nothing really comes close to it by any stretch of the imagination. However, those wishing to capture memories of that very enchanted evening will find this video absolutely wonderous. Directed by Jacques Payette and original concept by Franco Dragone, this masterpiece will entertain viewers right from the beginning. Although the brilliant opening in their live show has been cut, this video starts off with the most touching act called Adagio, a trio consisting of a family performing amazing acrobatics choreographed to a brilliant haunting score composed by Rene Dupere. This is followed by the acrobates on the chinese poles which will dazzle you with their strength and precision. Watching the ' Chinese bird on the wire' will totally take your breath away as will the next act which to me, is the highlight of the tape. You will absolutely be blown away by Miguel Herrera and his juggling act. His confidence and control of 7 balls at a time is something you just can't grasp. His robotic manner in which he juggles, performs different combinations and sequences totally timed to perfection will simply leave you speechless. Following this are the amazing pair with their boleadoros and the fun and comedic street performers on the Russian Swing. The next highlight of the tape has to be the famous Lorador brothers who have left Saltimbanco and are now performing in one of Cirque's resident show 'Mystere' showing in Treasure Island Las Vegas. I'm telling you, these lads must have bones of steel and the flexibility of rubber all rolled in to one. The strength, power and control of their amazing routine will leave you wondering why all men weren't created equal! This act known as 'Hand to Hand' consists of several manoeuvres that the brothers perform including headstands on the sole of a foot, a hamstring lift with a man doing a handstand on the soles of your feet and a most amazing balancing act that has to be seen to be believed. Other acts include the twin sisters on the double trapeze and the graceful artists on the bungee. In all , a most amazing tape with wonderous visuals and even greater musical performances by the singer and the band musicians. As they say, " When a Circus is not a Circus ".

Need I say more?

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Better for children than the live performance
As is true in any similar performance, no matter where you sit you miss some detail of the action. And no matter how well behaved small children are, the live performance is long for small children. The video allows the kids to watch their favorite parts with no blocked vision and to see closeups that are unavailable to them in the live performance.

For adults, the live performance is an experience only partially duplicated on the video - although the video is well-made and edited. It does, however, provide an opportunity to enjoy the Cirque until it comes around next year - without incuring the cost of a trip to Las Vegas.

Other reviewers have given a good description of the show itself - high wire, contortionists, strong men, juggler, boleadoros, mime, live music, trapeze, bungee cords etc. It is a nonstop show of physical control - timing, strength ...

If you can't see the Cirque live, treat yourself to this video.

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Really interesting Cirque
Saltimbanco is a really good show and can be viewed as a turning point for Cirque du Soleil. The costumes, choreography, music, and acts have all improved over the previous shows. This DVD has more acts than the Bravo TV special, but it lacks any special features other than trailers to other Cirque DVDs (a behind-the-scenes look would've been nice). An interesting note: the duo who performs the hand balancing act are currently in Mystere doing almost the exact same performance as in Saltimbanco. It's a much different experience watching Cirque live than on DVD, but if you can't get to a show, the DVD is worth it.