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As the logistic and technical teams are working on completing the Odysseo Village next to Hershey Centre in Mississauga for the much-anticipated June 21 opening of the largest touring show on earth, Odysseo’s 65 magnificent horses are enjoying a relaxing 10-day stay at a nearby farm.
After sold-out performances in Chicago, IL, the four-legged stars were transported to a lavish farm in Burlington, ON, in specially equipped trailers alongside Odysseo’s equine specialists. The Odysseo herd comprising horses of 12 different breeds - including Appaloosa, Arabian, Canadian Horse, Holsteiner, Lusitano, Paint Horse, Percheron Hanoverian Cross, Quarter Horse, Selle Français, Thoroughbred, Spanish Purebred (P.R.E.) and Warlander - is under the care of a 20-person stable team. Trainers, veterinarian, health technicians, groomers, and a farrier create a comfortable environment for the horses and provide daily health care, grooming, and activities.
At their retreat, the horses are surrounded by spacious paddocks, where they can bathe in the sun or roll in the mud. This interlude between shows is part of Cavalia’s horse care and training philosophy, which is based on understanding the needs, preferences, and emotions of the animals, and on mutual respect, kindness, patience, and trust.
The world’s largest touring show, Odysseo is a show unlike any other on the planet, an immersive theatrical experience in which horses are front and centre. Imagined by Normand Latourelle - creator of Cavalia and renowned for combining different forms of artistic expression and reinventing the scenic space - Odysseo is a veritable revolution in live performance that makes hearts race. Audiences of all ages will be transported on an epic journey to some of nature’s greatest wonders by this breathtaking production that features the 65 horses plus 50 talented riders, trainers, acrobats, aerialists, stilt walkers dancers and musicians.
TICKETS - Tickets are priced from $39.50 to $139.50 + applicable taxes and fees. For a memorable evening, the Rendez-Vous package offers the best seats in the house, full meal buffet dining before the show, open bar, desserts during intermission and an exclusive visit of the stables after the show. This unique VIP experience takes place in a tent alongside the White Big Top. The Rendez-Vous package prices range from $139.50 to $224.50 + applicable taxes and fees. Special pricing and packages available for groups, children (2-12), juniors (13-17) and seniors (65+).
ABOUT CAVALIA INC. - Cavalia Inc. is an entertainment company that specializes in the creation, production and touring of innovative shows. Founded by Normand Latourelle, the company reimagines the equestrian and theatrical arts. With its headquarters in Montreal, Cavalia Inc. is an integral part of Canada’s cultural heritage, and the largest Canadian-owned cultural enterprise. Its expertise in high technology, multimedia and special effects creates magical, unique, never-before-seen experiences. Its first show, Cavalia, has been seen by more than 4 million people across North America, Europe, Australia, the Middle East and Asia since its 2003 debut. Odysseo, the company’s second show, has toured to rave reviews and public acclaim since its 2011 premiere. Follow Cavalia’s latest developments at www.twitter.com/cavalia or www.facebook.com/cavalia. #OdysseoSAUGA
WHAT: Odysseo by Cavalia
WHEN: Opens Wednesday, June 21, 2017
Matinee and evening performances scheduled through
Sunday, July 16, 2017
WHERE: Under the White Big Top
next to the Hershey Centre in Mississauga
5399 Rose Cherry Place, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1R9
TICKETS: Available at cavalia.com/mississauga
and by calling 1-866-999-8111
INFO: cavalia.com/mississauga
Photo: Odysseo horses on vacation. ©2016.
2017-06-09
Mississauga: the 65 horses of "Odysseo" vacationing at a local farm before June 21 premiere