The Cirque du Soleil has hit a grand slam once again by partnering with Michael Jackson’s estate on a few projects.
One of them will be a permanent show in Las Vegas in partnership with MGM MIRAGE, a longtime supporter of the Cirque du Soleil. A travelling show will also be created by Guy Laliberté’s company.
Cirque founder Laliberté commented during the announcement today (April 20): "Michael Jackson is the King of Pop and an all-time phenomenal artist, both timeless and contemporary. As a creative challenge, this project is the ultimate. Through the use of cutting edge technology, we will produce a Cirque du Soleil experience not only worthy of Michael but unlike any other we have created before. We are also so pleased that our longtime partner MGM MIRAGE has once again joined us in presenting another unique creative experience in Las Vegas."
The projects will be equally financed by the Cirque du Soleil and Jackson’s estate. Profits will be shared 50-50. The estate will also be paid royalties on any intellectual property used in the projects.