Cirque du Soleil to bring new ice show to Raleigh
Cirque du Soleil is bringing its new ice-based show, "Axel," to PNC Arena this summer, the venue announced Tuesday.
Axel features figure skating, acrobatics and visual effects set to a musical score with original pop songs and some twists on famous hits. It will run for six shows at PNC Arena Aug. 20-23.
The plot will center on Axel and his first love, Lei.
According to a press release, "Axel is inspired by his first love, the mysterious Lei. She turns his world upside down, creating an unreal space for him where she will be his heroine. As the leader of a band of rebellious youngsters, The Syndicates, Lei is the keeper of a precious talisman."
"Giving strength and courage to whoever possesses its light, the Shining Star is coveted by Vï, a super-villain supported by his gang, The Corporation. Vï is focused on just one goal: stealing the legendary talisman’s light! In this epic fantasy, Axel will realize that love is the source of the light that will give him the courage and strength he needs to overcome any obstacle and make his wildest dreams come true. AXEL is a truly inspiring experience for the whole family, reminding each of us how important it is to believe in our dream."
This isn't Cirque's first ice-based show. "Crystal," the franchise's first foray onto the ice, played PNC Arena in August 2018.
Tickets for Axel are on sale now.
