iL
CiRCo is featured on the cover of Special Events Magazine!
July-August 2010
The more we're able to connect to other people virtually, the more we're virtually starving for personal connection. At least that's what the most dynamic live-performance acts are betting on in today's technology-saturated business environment. As they scale the heights, swing from the rafters and stalk the stage, they're not just entertaining guests — they're allowing guests, as one entertainer puts it, to “rediscover their humanity.” Read More
iLCiRCo
wows audiences and critics at Anthology
June, 2010
San Diego News Network calls iLCirco "visually
and mentalling stunning"
Enough cannot be said about the skills, agility, flexibility and sheer
strength of the cast that make up this troupe of men and women. It will
dazzle you. It will amaze you. It will literally knock your socks off. Read
More
San Diego Uptown News Praises iL CiRCo
The
circus is coming to town! But it’s not the typical flying
elephant, fire-jumping lion, dancing clown kind of circus. It’s
called iL CiRCo, and it doesn’t need a big red tent to put on
a show. Read More
iL CiRCo is Sign on San Diego's "Editor's Pick" of
things to do in San Diego this weekend!
Join an inspiring
journey to a surreal world. Whimsical characters and artfully choreographed
performances! With its touching story line, dazzling performances, and
beautiful, original musical score, iL CiRCo reaches all the senses,
and will be remembered long after the final bows. Read
More
IL CiRCo Preview
on Fox 5
May, 2010
It's a lavish musical cirque extravaganza similar to a Broadway show. Sam Trego, Founder of iL CiRCo and twin acrobats Svetlana and Tatyana join me now with a preview of waht you can see at Anthology next week. View video
iLCiRCo wows audiences and critics
at Anthology
June, 2010
San Diego News Network calls iLCirco "visually
and mentalling stunning"
Enough cannot be said about the skills, agility, flexibility and sheer
strength of the cast that make up this troupe of men and women. It will
dazzle you. It will amaze you. It will literally knock your socks off. Read
More
San Diego Uptown News Praises iL CiRCo
The
circus is coming to town! But it’s not the typical flying
elephant, fire-jumping lion, dancing clown kind of circus. It’s
called iL CiRCo, and it doesn’t need a big red tent to put on
a show. Read More
iL CiRCo is Sign on San Diego's "Editor's Pick" of
things to do in San Diego this weekend!
Join an inspiring
journey to a surreal world. Whimsical characters and artfully choreographed
performances! With its touching story line, dazzling performances, and
beautiful, original musical score, iL CiRCo reaches all the senses,
and will be remembered long after the final bows. Read
More
IL CiRCo Preview
on Fox 5
May, 2010
It's a lavish musical cirque extravaganza similar to a Broadway show. Sam Trego, Founder of iL CiRCo and twin acrobats Svetlana and Tatyana join me now with a preview of waht you can see at Anthology next week. View video
Channel 7 NBC
interviews Sam Trego
May, 2010
View
Video (wmv)
Clients Rave about Imagination Entertainment May, 2010 - IMAGINATION IS KEY!
We just finished up three weeks of fundraising galas and guests are still talking about the two incredible shows we produced, with world-class entertainment provided by San Diego based Imagination Entertainment... Read More
iL CiRCo en Panama - ¡Simplemente excelente!May, 2010 - IL CIRCO ROMPE LAS EXPECTATIVAS Y CAUTIVA A LOS PANAMEÑOS
Asombrosa es como el público ha calificado la excelente presentación ofrecida por los artistas de Il Circo, que se desarrolla en el Teatro Anayansi hasta mañana, 2 de mayo. More/ Más
Imagination Entertainment's The Living Sea Characters put Pacific Symphony Orchestra's Fundraising Efforts over the Top
July 15, 2009 - Pacific Symphony Orchestra's Under-the-Ocean Gala celebrates the Orchestra's 30th Anniversary by raising $1.1 Million in spite of the faltering economy
San Diego, Calif.— Imagination Entertainment, the premiere creative producer of cirque-style shows and Broadway-style revues and business theatre, lends its illuminating, actor animated The Living Sea creatures to the Pacific Symphony Orchestra’s Under-the-Ocean Gala fundraiser helping the organization raise $1.1 Million in spite of the current recession. From ultraviolet lighted mermaids and mermen, to giant crabs and sea horses, the stunningly costumed performers transformed these landlubbing patrons into lovers of the sea—and the Orchestra! Read More
Imagination Entertainment Fosters a New Focus at San Diego's LGBT Pride Parade and Festival
July 13, 2009 - San Diegans, already familiar with Imagination Entertainment as the original creators of the Cirque de la Mer show at Sea World and internationally renowned, award-winning iL CiRCo, will be treated to 10 professional, highly credited performers featured on stages throughout the Festival and three roaming characters who will delight Festival goers. Read More
Imagination Entertainment's Star is Rising on Broadway and with a Debut CD
June 26, 2009 - Stephanie J. Block, a favorite performer in Imagination Entertainment’s ON BROADWAY, stars in Dolly Parton’s 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL on Broadway and debuts a new CD, “This Place I Know.” Read More
iL CiRCo’s “Viaggio” in the North County Times
April 2, 2009 - In Italian, Viaggio means "journey" and the performance troupe, iL CiRCo, wants to take their audience with them on theirs. Read More
Sam Trego Featured in American Entertainment Magazine
March, 2009 - Imagination Entertainment's Sam Trego is featured in this month's American Entertainment Magazine.
Il CiRCo Featured in American Entertainment Magazine
September, 2008 - Click here to download the PDF.
On Broadway tours Mexico!
July, 2007 - Imagination Entertainment’s ON BROADWAY kicks off a 5-city tour of Mexico this summer! This award-winning theatrical production, with its cast of amazing musical theatre talents begins its journey in San Luis Potosi on May 30th, then continues to Aguascalientes, Guadalajara, Morelia and ending in Monterrey on June 8th. This one hour production celebrates the biggest hits from the Great White Way, with gorgeous costumes, stunning choreography, and vocal talent rarely seen outside of a Broadway theatre
Imagination Entertainment’s flagship production, Viaggio by iL CiRCo, opens in Atlantic City, pleasing critics and audiences alike.
January, 2008 - Experience breathtaking acrobatics and the inspiring story of dreaming to be the best one can be. iL CiRCo raises the bar for cirque-style entertainment with its richly-textured colors, original music and spectacular performances. The Atlantic City show runs through April 5, 2007.
If you are interested in booking an iL CiRCo show for one of your upcoming special events and would like to preview the show, please contact our sales representatives at 619.640.6500.
iL CiRCO Viaggio Reviews:
Press of Atlantic City | Courier Post | Atlantic City Weekly | Bergen Record
Tickets are on sale now: Buy Tickets Here
Imagination Entertainment's Songs of the Cinema nominated as "Best Event of the Year"
November, 2006 - Imagination Entertainment's Songs of the Cinema has been nominated as American Entertainment Magazine’s “Best Event of the Year” and featured as their cover story for the Nov/Dec 2006 issue.
Click here to view the magazine cover
Click here to read the entire article
CIRQUE DE LA MER'S 6th YEAR
May, 2006 - The Amphibians return to SeaWorld
for their sixth year...Memorial Day weekend, 2006
The international cast of Cirque de la Mer performs in the natural setting
of San Diego’s sparkling Mission Bay. Outrageously costumed Sea
Sprites and Amphibian characters transport the audience to the island
world of Amphibia. Join us at SeaWorld San Diego for the Cirque de la
Mer experience. For more info click here.
Listen to music samples from “Viaggio”!
Buy “Viaggio” at iTunes
iTUNES SIGNS iL CiRCo
November, 2005 - The soundtracks for Imagination Entertainment’s two most popular cirque shows, Cirque de la Mer and iL CiRCo’s “Viaggio” have sold close to one million copies cumulatively since their debut.
This success has attraction the attention of Apple Computers. www.itunes.com is the latest in a series of download sites to offer Imagination Entertainment’s “Viaggio” CD.
The iTunes deal adds to a growing list of digital distribution agreements, including other popular sites such as Napster.com, Rhapsody, MSN Music, and SonyConnect.
What’s next for this popular CD? Best Buy! Now you can buy iL CiRCo’s “Viaggio” music for that new stereo you purchase at Best Buy.
Industry Award Nominations
November, 2005 - Imagination Entertainment has recently been honored with two new award nominations. We are nominated by American Entertainment Magazine for "Best Production Company" in
their Readers Choice Awards. The Readers Choice Awards appear in the
November/December issue and readers will have the opportunity to vote
for their choice.
Also, once again, IE has been nominated for the Special Events Magazine Gala Award for "Best Theatrical Production". The nominated show, "Destination Downtown" was produced for San Diego's Building Industry Association as a tribute to San Diego's spectacular downtown revitalization. Imagination Entertainment was honored by receiving this award in 2001.
IE IN DOWNTOWN NEWS ARTICLE
August, 2005 - Read this San Diego DowntownNews article about Imagination
Entertainment, which includes details about the new show we'll be unveiling soon.
SEA CREATURES ADD THE SIZZLE
August, 2005 - To add an unexpected element of surprise to your
sea-themed events, include our newest amphibious characters. Aminika, the Sea Goddess, and Mariella, the Mermaid, in their beautifully ornate costumes,
interact with guests and create a focal point in and around a poolside setting.
Add our awesome synchronized swimmers and the pool comes alive as an entertainment stage. Aerial and ground acrobats in underwater looks complement the aquatic theme, adding another layer to the entertainment palette.
IE FEATURED IN AMERICAN ENTERTAINMENT MAGAZINE
July/August, 2005 - Visit American Entertainment Magazine for
an online version of this article, or read a pdf version.
IE WOWS FOUR SEASONS CUSTOMERS
July, 2005 - Imagination Entertainment’s On
Broadway received rave reviews when Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts entertained a group of prestigious meeting and incentive clients recently
at Aviara. This group of seasoned event pros has “seen it all”, and the cast of 14 wowed the group!
The performers mingled with guests after the formal show, in a “cast party” setting where impromptu performances kept the theatrical energy high.
IE PRESENTS NEW SHOW
June, 2005 - Imagination
Entertainment proudly introduces South Pacific Tiki Room, a show that
takes audiences to a tropical paradise with the songs, dance, and styles
of the South Pacific. Learn
more about this dazzling new production.
CIRQUE DE LA MER'S 5th YEAR
May, 2005 - The Amphibians return to SeaWorld
for their fifth year...Memorial Day weekend, 2005
The international cast of Cirque de la Mer performs in the natural setting
of San Diego’s sparkling Mission Bay. Outrageously costumed Sea
Sprites and Amphibian characters transport the audience to the island
world of Amphibia. Join us at SeaWorld San Diego for the Cirque de la
Mer experience. For more info click here.
iL CiRCo WOWS VISITORS AT ARTWALK
April 23rd & 24th, 2005 - The weekend
of April 23rd and 24th marks the 21st annual ArtWalk--San Diego's premier
outdoor fine arts festival. A brief taste of iL CiRCo performed for free
at ArtWalk will whet the appetite to experience the full show by these
amazing performers..
Q-AWARD WINNER
January, 2005 - At the 2005 Firestone Building
Products Master Contractor Event held in January at Atlantis Resort in
the Bahamas, Imagination Entertainment received Firestone’s prestigious
Inner Circle of Quality Award.
This honor, rarely given to vendors, is
usually reserved for Firestone customers who maintain the very highest
quality ratings.
full story
IACEP FORMED
January, 2005 - In January, premier entertainment
producers from around the country met in San Diego for the formative meeting
of the International Association of Corporate Entertainment Producers
(IACEP).
Sam Trego is a Founding Board Member and also the IACEP's Vice Chairman of Member Services. Visit www.iacep.com for more info.
SAM TREGO NAMED "ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCER OF THE YEAR"
September 9, 2004 - Imagination Entertainment's
President, Sam Trego, received the 2004 Spotlight Awards for "Entertainment
Producer of the Year".
This unique award in the Special Events industry is presented each year by Event Solutions Magazine. The award is a great honor as it is determined by votes from special events industry colleagues.
IMAGINATION ENTERTAINMENT FEATURED IN AMERICAN ENTERTAINMENT MAGAZINE
August 9, 2004 - Click here to read a PDF version of this American Entertainment
Magazine article about Imagination Entertainment.
IMAGINATION ENTERTAINMENT :
BOUNDLESS CREATIVITY
June 3, 2004 -
Special event audiences never sit passively
and watch an Imagination Entertainment production. full
story
IMAGINATION ENTERTAINMENT FEATURED ON THE COVER OF EVENT SOLUTIONS
November 11, 2003 -
This fascinating article gives you an
behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the spectacular staging for
the Spotlight Awards.
full
story
IMAGINATION ENTERTAINMENT ACHIEVES
MOST SUCCESSFUL PERIOD IN 7-YEARS
July, 2003 - IE is profiled in the July, 2003 issue of Event Solutions magazine. In spite of the economy and diminished
event budgets, IE achieved the most successful period in the company’s 7-year history during 2002/2003. full
story
THE ART OF BUSINESS
March 12, 2003 - As president of Imagination Entertainment, Sam Trego melds art and business, putting together business-themed
theater and song shows for corporate events and conventions. full story
iL CiRCo AT HARRAH'S
February 23, 2003 - iL CiRCo premiers March 13-23 at Harrah’s Rincon Casino & Resort, Southern California’s
first Las Vegas-style casino. full story
IMAGINATION ENTERTAINMENT DELIGHTS
PCMA AUDIENCE
January 15, 2003 - iL CiRCo kicked off a memorable conference in Anaheim at the PCMA (Professional Convention Management
Association) annual meeting January 5-8. full story
ON THE COVER OF EVENT SOLUTIONS
July 15, 2002 - Imagination Entertainment is profiled in Event Solutions' "Who's Who in Event Production" feature,
with our il CiRCo cast featured on the cover. full
story
THE FUTURE OF EVENT
PRODUCTION
July 15, 2002 - Sam Trego is quoted in "The Present and Future of Production" article. full
story
ENTERTAINER OF
THE YEAR
May 29, 2002 - Imagination Entertainment's show is nominated as a finalist for "Entertainer of the Year" by Event
Solutions Magazine! full story
SAM TREGO DISCUSSES CORPORATE THEATER WITH EVENT SOLUTIONS
February 5, 2002 - "We use corporate theater for our clients who need to highlight a message to introduce new
products or personnel, or create anticipation and motivation in a sales meeting." full story
IMAGINATION ENTERTAINMENT
HONORED WITH SPECIAL EVENTS GALA AWARD
January 29, 2002 - Each year at "The
Special Event", a trade show sponsored by Special Events Magazine,
the event industry honors extraordinary achievements with the Gala
Awards. At the January 12 awards ceremony, Imagination Entertainment
was singled out for top honors. The Gala Award for "Best Theatrical
Entertainment Production" went to Sam Trego's Imagination Entertainment
for their innovative
Cirque de la Mer show at SeaWorld San Diego.
CIRQUE DE LA MER
A SMASH HIT
August 13 , 2001 - This summer's smash
hit at SeaWorld San Diego - Cirque de la Mer - is due in large part to
the show's wonderfully inventive marketing campaign. Cirque de la Mer
was initially introduced to television audiences, and now most recently,
with the billboard and magazine ad campaign: "Cirque de la Mer... It's
here."
This series of ads show frolicking Sea Sprites and whimsical acrobatic feats taking place in everyday situations and backdrops. The successful campaign made the characters of Cirque de la Mer seem real and thus inspired audiences to flock to see the newest cirque phenomenon from Imagination Entertainment. view the ad
August 13 , 2001 - "Here it is 2001, and there is no space odyssey," says Sam Trego, president of Imagination Entertainment. full story
August 9, 2001 - Picture the Little Mermaid as "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider," and you'll have an idea of what to expect from the new Cirque de la Mer at SeaWorld. full story
July 29, 2001 - Imagination Entertainment is featured on the cover of Event Solutions Magazine July, 2001 issue and also in the section on "Who's who in Production". view the article
May 3 , 2001 - Anheuser-Busch's SeaWorld attraction in San Diego is introducing an entirely new approach to entertainment this summer. The company launches Cirque de la Mer on Memorial Day weekend, to run through Labor Day. full story
April 1, 2001 - Sam Trego Productions and Dreamcast Entertainment proudly announce their new name. As of March 1, 2001, the combined companies are known as Imagination Entertainment. full story