Global Entertainment Brand’s First-of-its-Kind Exhibition Showcases Over 100 Costumes and Artifacts from Las Vegas-Based Shows
The first-of-its-kind exhibition, “Stories from Backstage: Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas” by global entertainment producer Cirque du Soleil and The Neon Museum – the nonprofit museum dedicated to collecting and preserving Las Vegas’ history – has been extended due to popular demand through July 17 at Las Vegas City Hall’s Grand Gallery.
“Stories from Backstage: Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas” offers an inside look at one of the world’s most iconic entertainment brands, showcasing the creativity, innovation and craftsmanship that power productions by Cirque du Soleil. Visitors can discover how athletes become artists, how characters are brought to life and how technology continues to evolve costume design. With an array of fabrics, costumes, masks, and more on display, the exhibition unveils the behind-the-scenes artistry that has made Cirque du Soleil a defining part of the Las Vegas experience since the 1990s.
“Following the roaring success of Duck Duck Shed — The Neon Museum’s annual celebration of Las Vegas’ architecture, design, and culture — we’re thrilled to extend the ‘Stories from Backstage: Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas’ exhibition,” said Aaron Berger, executive director of The Neon Museum. “This exhibition has been a powerful reflection of our expanded mission to celebrate the creative forces that shape Las Vegas, and we are proud to continue telling the many untold stories of Cirque du Soleil.”
The exhibition includes iconic costumes, makeup, measurement sheets, shoes, 3D-printed fabrics and much more from the five current Cirque du Soleil Las Vegas shows including Mystère, “O,” Mad Apple, KÀ and Michael Jackson ONE. Highlight artifacts include:
- The Spearmen shoes from KÀ
- Headpieces from the synchronized swimmers from “O”
- Red Bird costume from Mystère
- The Bateau from “O”
Sarah Hulme, the exhibition’s chief curator and deputy director of The Neon Museum, said, “Cirque du Soleil is a pillar of our city’s cultural identity, and this collaboration has resonated deeply with our visitors – shining a spotlight on the extraordinary artistry and innovation that happens behind the curtain. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive – guests are all fascinated by the artistry and behind-the-scenes magic that defines Cirque du Soleil.”
“Stories from Backstage: Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas” is open to the public Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. at City Hall in Las Vegas through July 17, 2025.
ABOUT CIRQUE du SOLEIL ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is a world leader in live entertainment. Building on four decades of pushing the boundaries of the imagination, the artistic entertainment company brings its creative approach to a large variety of artistic forms such as live shows, multimedia productions, long-from content, music, immersive experiences, and special events. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group celebrates 40 years of defying reality, defining entertainment, and illuminating the world through art and creativity. Since its creation in 1984, more than 400 million people have been inspired on 6 continents and 86 countries. The Canadian company now employs more than 4000 employees, including 1200 artists from more than 80 different nationalities. For more information about Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, please visit cirquedusoleil.com.
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