Cirque des Rêves 'Aïvengo' on Kashirka: A Timeless Experience
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- The show is absolutely captivating, with some of the most interesting and engaging numbers I've ever seen.
- The venue is easily accessible without transfers, which is a huge plus for me.
- The staff is super friendly and welcoming, making you feel right at home.
- The cultural center has some nice touches, like the original mosaics that they didn't replace with bland plastic.
- The seats are comfy and soft, perfect for waiting or changing if you need to.
- The show is suitable for all ages, making it a great activity to do with family or friends.
- The venue has some nice amenities, like the changing rooms and soft seats.
- The show is a great way to spend an evening, with something for everyone to enjoy.
remove_circle Cons
- The venue is a bit small, which can make it feel a bit cramped at times.
- Some of the seats are a bit far from the stage, which can make it hard to see everything.
- The show can be a bit long, so be prepared to sit for a while.
- The venue doesn't have a lot of parking options, which can be a bit of a pain.
- The show can be a bit pricey, but it's worth every penny in my opinion.
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Editor's Summary
I gotta say, Cirque des Rêves 'Aïvengo' on Kashirka is a total game changer. The new venue at the Moscow-Vorchezh Cultural Center is a great spot to catch this amazing show. My daughter and I had an incredible time watching 'The Little Prince' in January, and I was excited to see the premiere on the new venue. The cultural center itself is pretty small, but they've done some nice renovations inside. The first foyer has some comfy changing rooms, which is a total lifesaver on cold winter days.
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I took my daughter to the Cirque des Rêves 'Aïvengo' on Kuntsevskaya in January, and we watched 'The Little Prince' - it was amazing. So when I saw the promo for the premiere on the new venue on Kashirka, I immediately grabbed it, especially since I could get to the Moscow-Vorchezh Cultural Center without transfers.
For those planning to go, my detailed review is below.
The Moscow-Vorchezh Cultural Center, which they now call a cultural center, is pretty small. They've done some renovations inside, but if you've been there before, you'll still recognize the mosaics - thank goodness, they didn't replace them with some bland plastic. But basically, the first foyer has some changing rooms, so you don't have to worry about carrying around a bunch of coats in the winter.
There are some comfy, soft seats where you can change or wait if you're the one picking someone up. What I was happy about was the ramp - so the shows are accessible to people with strollers. There are also ticket booths for the Aïvengo theater company, where you can buy tickets for the next show or other performances. On the first floor, there's a small snack bar with a couple of tables, and - of course - a photo booth with animals. Prices are outrageous!!! I might've taken a picture of my daughter, but a photo for the price of a plane ticket without the option to get it digitally? No thanks. On the second floor, there's a cart with popcorn and candy, a frozen yogurt stand, and a buffet in a separate room.
There are tables near the entrance on both the first and second floors, but they're high chairs for adults. And there are seats where you can wait for the show to start.
The auditorium is small, but the seats are new.
They've got pillows for kids, which are stacked against the wall.
It's a super convenient option! I put my kid on one of those pillows, and it was perfect – I could see everything. It's great!
Of course, since they just opened, they didn't have enough pillows for everyone. And those who were used to the abundance of pillows at the Kuntsevskaya theater, and came at the third bell, were left without a pillow. But the staff said that a new shipment of pillows is on its way, so soon there will be plenty of them.Naturally, let's talk about the show 'Through Time'.
The show is rated 0+, but that's not entirely accurate. First of all, the show itself, including the intermission, lasts 2.5 hours. Not every toddler can sit through that. Secondly, the idea behind the show might be a bit hard for a five-year-old to grasp, and even less so for younger kids. But, I have to admit, it's not a problem for kids of any age to enjoy the show, as long as they're old enough to keep their mouths shut. Although, after the intermission, I could hear a kid crying from the back of the auditorium.
My daughter and I really enjoyed the show. The numbers were interesting, the voices were great, the transitions between the acts were original, and the music was diverse. It's like a mix of a circus, a theater, a musical, and a laser show – something for everyone!
My daughter was totally obsessed with the jugglers. The original act, the beautiful costumes, and the tricky work they did together had her completely captivated.
The parrots really impressed her too.
Although I was blown away by the griffin.
But all the animals were great. I barely got a chance to snap a photo of the puppies because my daughter was having so much fun.
The voiceover was really strong! Too bad I couldn't add the video here.
And, of course, the tightrope walker really impressed my daughter too!
And the trampoline act (although the photo doesn't really do it justice)
The illusionist's act was more geared towards adults, if you ask me. The music and costumes were all really cool...
I've gotta say, I'm super stoked with this show! The photos aren't the greatest, though - we were sitting in the second row, but the stage lights were blasting right into the camera, and the haze on stage was a real challenge. You'd need a pro camera to get some decent shots.
