Cirque du Soleil’s first acrobatic performance on ice returns March 22-24 at NOW Arena

Cirque du Soleil’s “Crystal,” a one-of-a-kind production that brings the circus arts to the ice for the very first time, returns to NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates from March 22-24, 2024.

With seven jaw-dropping traditional circus acts all thrillingly adapted for Cirque du Soleil’s first foray into a brand new creative territory – the ice – “Crystal” takes audiences on an unforgettable journey into the vivid and whimsical world of imagination.

Since 2017, “Crystal” has dazzled more than 1.9 million people in over 135 cities worldwide, blending the art of skating with adrenaline-inducing acrobatics and aerial feats.

Artistic director Crystal Manich says, “’Crystal’ is a universal story about finding one’s true voice through a journey of discovery. Anyone of any age will connect to the show and our protagonist’s breakthrough experience. I am especially excited for ‘Crystal’ to contribute to the strong arts and culture found in the Chicago area."

General tickets are on sale. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.cirquedusoleil.com/crystal.

Performance will be 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 22; 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, March 23; and 1 and 5 p.m. Sunday, March 24, at NOW Arena, 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway.

Created by Shana Carroll and Sebastien Soldevila, “Crystal” takes audiences on an exhilarating journey of self-discovery full of whimsy and wonder. Feel your adrenaline soar as you dive into a world of playful imagination with the show’s protagonist, Crystal, as she learns to see things differently and become whom she was always destined to be: herself.

Using larger than life visual projections on ice (a Cirque du Soleil first) and a soundtrack that seamlessly blends popular music with the signature sound of Cirque du Soleil, “Crystal” transports audiences on an unforgettable visual and auditory experience full of magic and wonder.

The show is suitable for all ages.