Royal Albert’s Finest
Synopsis
On an island evoking the shape of a giant turtle, TOTEM traces the fascinating journey of the human species from its original amphibian state to its ultimate desire to fly. Through a visual and acrobatic language, TOTEM explores the ties that bind Man to other species, his dreams and his infinite potential.
With acrobatic performances evoking selected scenes from the story of evolution, TOTEM depicts a world of archetypal characters who, in their own way, witness and act out the perennial, existential, questions of life. Alternating between science and legend, and peppered with aboriginal stories of creation, TOTEM explores the evolutionary progress of species, Man’s ongoing search for balance, and the curiosity that propels him ever further, faster, and higher…
Since its World Premiere in 2010, more than 4.5 million people, in more than 45 cities around the world, have been mesmerized by the intimacy and beauty of TOTEM. Written and directed by Robert Lepage, TOTEM features a cast of 46 acrobats, actors, musicians and singers, in an uplifting array of athleticism, comedy, soul-touching theatrics and surprising visual effects.
The Experience
Cirque Du Soleil has an extraordinary loyal audience and the show never ceases to amaze them. This show is incredibly artistic, producing a high quality performance without a repetition in act.
The highlights include a wedding ceremony scene with a pair of roller skaters, a romantic trapeze sequence, unicyclists and the Sad Fisherman who is a tremendous hit with the children!
The Cast
Forty-eight performing artists from 19 countries make up the cast as of Totem’s première.
- The Tracker: Assists and guides the Scientist, and is a friend to the animals.
- The Scientist: Performs experiments and visits the different worlds of Totem.
- The Amerindian dancer: Traces the evolution of species.
- The Crystal man: Opens the show by bringing the carapace to life, and ends the show by diving into the lagoon.
- The Sad Fisherman: This clown performs ping-pong ball tricks and drives the speedboat.
- Valentino: This “Italian Tourist” acts as a foil to the Tracker and water-skis from the speedboat.
- Apes: A troupe of 5–6 characters mark the progress of Human Evolution from Ape to Businessman With Cell Phone.
Running time
2 hours and 10 minutes, with a 25 minute interval.
Location
Royal Albert Hall, London
Age group
Ideal for both Children and Adults
3 years onwards
C & P Score – Outstanding
9.5/10
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