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Behind the Scenes at Cirque du Soleil
What goes on behind the scenes at the spectacular Cirque du Soleil? Anchor Val Zavala meets the performers as they rehearse; finds out how they became members of this world class circus; visits the make-up artists, costume designers, and the artistic director whose imaginations create a magical world under the big top.
Featuring Interviews With:
- Yulia Korosteleva, Trapeze artist.
- Mike Tyus, "The Trickster."
- Angel Quiros Dominguez, High-wire performer.
- Collette Livingston, Wardrobe.
- Melanie Lalande, Artistic director.
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