| February
2004 Newsletter
iL
CiRCo’s Viaggio Premieres
Viaggio,
iL CiRCo’s newest production, premiered to wildly
enthusiastic special event audiences in January. This show
blurs the boundaries between theatre and circus with brilliant
new music, theatrics, and a richly-textured story line. “Marionetta”
beckons the audience to join a magical journey (or viaggio)
to a mysteriously ethereal place. As characters come to life
and fill the stage with color and whimsy, acrobats deliver
show-stopping performances.
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Marionetta's
Puppet Show
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Marionetta
stands 12 feet tall and contains a fully-functioning proscenium
stage within the front of her beautiful dress. On this miniature
stage, a troupe of marionettes replicates the characters from
the Viaggio story. Marionetta is
unlike anything that has been seen in the special events market
or in a public theatre. Now you can incorporate a completely
new interactive experience in your special events…include
Marionetta in your next event and watch the magic unfold!
The conceptualization,
design, and fabrication of Marionetta is
a fascinating and inspiring story. In a future issue of our
newsletter, we’ll take you behind the scenes to meet
the artist who created this fantastic work of art.
iL
CiRCo Music CD Now Available
The original
score of Viaggio, iL CiRCo’s brand
new production,
is now available. This CD of enchanting music composed by
Sam Trego and Bobby Nafarette allows your audience to relive
the memorable moments of iL CiRCo again and again.
The Viaggio CD is a wonderful amenity for audience
members.
Click
to hear the finale song “We’ll be Together Again”
music and lyrics by the show’s Artistic Director and
Founder, Sam Trego.
iL
CiRCo Aerial Artists Add Drama to Gala Celebrations
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iL
CiRCo aerial acrobats perform
in
the Hall of Mammals.
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Imagination
Entertainment is often called upon to develop dramatic product
launches or to enhance grand openings. Our amazing aerial
artists create memorable moments for audiences worldwide.
The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History celebrated
the opening of the new Hall of Mammals with a thrilling performance
by iL CiRCo aerial acrobats. Suspended from a soaring
domed ceiling in the new Hall, these uniquely talented artists
flipped, spun, and swooped through the air in a breathtaking
performance.
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iL
CiRCo acrobats perform for
the NHL.
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In another
recent production in Arizona, Merestone Productions chose
aerial artistry for the unveiling of a dazzling new high-tech
video scoreboard at the arena for NHL team the Phoenix Coyotes.
Suspended nearly one hundred feet over the ice, the artists
performed thrilling acrobatics while surrounding the enormous
four-sided scoreboard. Hockey fans were treated to a most
unique experience as the arena’s new centerpiece was
revealed.
“Art
of Improv” Kicks off Incentive Event
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The
Art of Improv
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Firestone
Building Products, long-time client of Imagination Entertainment,
raises the bar for their annual incentive event each year
with productions that out-do the previous year’s experience.
The 2004 program took place in January in Scottsdale at the
beautiful Phoenician Resort. In addition to our il CiRCo
production at the final awards gala, Imagination Entertainment
produced “The Art of Improv" on opening night.
Several cast members from the popular television show “Whose
Line is it Anyway?” performed hilarious improv for the
audience of nearly 600…culminating with a thundering
standing ovation.
On
Broadway Rocks
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"Mamma
Mia" from On Broadway
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On
Broadway has always been Imagination Entertainment’s
most popular musical theatre production, and now you can choose
from several new segments to enhance this review of classic
musical theatre favorites. The best of Aida, Hairspray,
Mamma Mia, and an expanded Chicago give this
show an edgy new look and sound. The flexible approach of
On Broadway makes the production a perfect choice
for your special event. Ask your IE sales contact how On
Broadway can enhance your special event or awards gala.
Staff
Profile: Nicole Bernardi
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Nicole
Bernardi
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Nicole
wears many hats at IE in her role as Account Manager on Sam
Trego’s team. She works closely with Sam to design and
produce entertainment suited to each client’s unique
needs. Nicole’s varied expertise ranges from video editing
to choreography. Her clients appreciate her warm personality,
sense of humor and resourceful nature. A native of the Chicago
area and graduate of Ohio State University, Nicole loves the
casual lifestyle here in San Diego and enjoys taking dance
classes.
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