By: Sally Baker

Coming to Tampa June 22nd, 2011 is the incredible Alegria Cirque du Soleil event at the St. Pete Times Forum. This visually stunning show has received positive reviews from all over North America giving Tampa locals an exciting treat to look forward to on Wednesday, June 22nd. The creators of this inspiring show have combined their wealth of experience and creativity to birth Cirque du Soleil Alegria which is now touring North America.

The show includes 9 different acts. The Aerial High Bar act extends 3 high bars over 40 feet above the stage. Contortion acts of young Mongolian professionals will leave guests in awe of their flexibility and balance. The Manipulation act is performed by a talented professional that combines rhythmic gymnastics, juggling, ballet and contortion.

Other notable acts in this show are the Fire-Knife Dance, Flying Man, Hand Balancing, Power Track, Russian Bars and Synchronized Trapeze. Every detailed and skilled act performed during the show will leave spectators in amazement at how these performances could be made humanly possible. Bring friends, family, co-workers or just yourself and enjoy what critics are raving about across the country at Alegria Cirque du Soleil in Tampa.