15 Interesting facts about La Nouba and Cirque du Soleil

In celebration of Cirque du Soleil’s La Nouba having it’s 15th anniversary show tonight, enjoy 15 facts about the company and show.

15 Interesting facts about La Nouba and Cirque du Soleil

1. La Nouba opened on December 23, 1998.
2. Over 7,000 shows have been performed since then.
3. The 15th anniversary will be the first time La Nouba’s Disney Pals are a part of the show.
4. La Nouba has entertained more than 9 million guests.
5. This stage still features over 20% of the original cast.
6. The unique cast is made up of 65 international performers.
7. One artist is a former engineer.
8. One artist is a hearing-impaired clown.
9. One artist has not missed a show in 15 years.
10. A performer formerly with Disney’s The Lion King joined the cast as a vocalist.
11. This venue was the first permanent “Big Top” Cirque du Soleil ever built.
12. Cirque du Soleil began from 20 street performers..
13. …in 1984.
14. The company now has 5,000 employees.
15. There are currently 8 Cirque shows running in Las Vegas alone.